[mou-net] Birds and Beers, 7:15 pm Sunday 4/18/2010 Lebanon Hills, The Woodcock.

2010-04-15 Thread Curt Rawn
Beers at http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Merlin's Rest, July 29 6pm

2010-07-27 Thread Curt Rawn
rest.com/ 612 216 2419 3601 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, on Tuesday, 8/17/2010 Merlin's Rest, Mpls. 6pm

2010-08-15 Thread Curt Rawn
o find target birds, share cool research projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. It's low key and it's fun. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

2010-08-28 Thread Curt Rawn
I found no swifts at my chimney in Golden Valley tonight. On the plus side, the Vikings were on the radio! Go Vikes! Curt Rawn 763-694-4579 Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

2010-08-29 Thread Curt Rawn
My swift count at Cedar Manor School found only two birds entering from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. Also seen, were 25 robins heading South and a FOY nighthawk. What a joy to watch! Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] swifts in Golden Valley, Hennepin county

2010-08-30 Thread Curt Rawn
I counted 568 chimney swifts entering the chimney at 12325 Olson Highway. The location is a school on the South side of the road. The swifts started entering at 8:04pm and were through by 8:22pm! Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives

[mou-net] Goldfinches eating Salvia

2010-09-05 Thread Curt Rawn
I planted Salvia by my balcony feeders to help feed the hummers. I have watched the American Goldfinches eating the Salvia leaves and blossoms. There are some ants on the Salvia, but I do not remember Finches eating ants, either. Have others seen this? Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net

[mou-net] Chimney Swifts, Golden Valley, Hennepin County

2010-09-05 Thread Curt Rawn
Over 350 chimney swifts were counted going into the chimney at 12325 15th Ave N, (Olson Hwy), in Golden Valley, Mn. Also seen was one nighthawk. Dancing in the dusk, the swifts flirt with the chimney, who'll be first? Not me! Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cg

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, 10/21/2010 6pm at Merlin's Rest, 3601 E. Lake St. Mpls

2010-10-18 Thread Curt Rawn
of E. Lake St. and 36th Ave. in Minneapolis. They’ve got FREE wi-fi, good food, tasty pints and one of the Cities’ best whisky stocks. Phone 612 216 2419, for more info on Merlin's Rest. We hope to see you there! Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBE

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Dec. 16th, 6pm, Merlin's Rest, Minneapolis

2010-12-09 Thread Curt Rawn
g question, share life lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. It's low key and it's fun. The next Birds and Beers is Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 6pm at Merlin's Rest. Merlin's Rest Pub 3601 E. Lake St., Minneapolis - 612 216 2419 Curt Ra

[mou-net] Why is every message sent twice?

2011-01-13 Thread Curt Rawn
Why is every message sent twice? Curt Rawn 763-694-4579 Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

Re: [mou-net] Why is every message sent twice? Resolved.

2011-01-13 Thread Curt Rawn
Sorry, it seems to be a Comcast problem. - Original Message - From: "Curt Rawn" To: Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2011 9:32 PM Subject: [mou-net] Why is every message sent twice? Why is every message sent twice? Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Jan 22nd at Joe's Garage, Mpls 4:30pm

2011-01-19 Thread Curt Rawn
ight be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. It's low key and it's fun. For more info see Birdchick.com Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Arch

[mou-net] Great Blue Heron rookery, Hennepin County

2011-03-28 Thread Curt Rawn
ure center at 49th and Lyndale Avenue North, in Minneapolis. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, June 29th, 6pm-8pm, in Stillwater, MN

2011-06-27 Thread Curt Rawn
sample some local beers! Take the afternoon off, do some birding along the St. Croix or just come for the birding company after work. Make connections, see old friends and welcome new ones! 1900 Tower Drive, Stillwater, MN 55082 Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/w

[mou-net] chimney swifts in Hennepin County

2011-07-29 Thread Curt Rawn
I counted about 300 chimney swifts entering a school chimney on Hwy 55 in Golden Valley, MN. They started entering the chimney at about 8:55pm and were done by 9:13pm. I have made a short video with my new camera. It takes a while to download and was rejected by the MOU list serv; it's a little l

Re: [mou-net] chimney swifts in Hennepin County, Plus Video

2011-07-30 Thread Curt Rawn
I have uploaded the video to Youtube. It can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=if27uMEOWvE Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Curt Rawn" To: Sent: Saturday, July 30, 2011 12:46 AM Subject: [mou-net] chimney swifts in Hennepin County I counted about 300 chim

[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

2011-07-30 Thread Curt Rawn
Swift count, Hennepin county. Yesterday's count in Golden Valley was 310. Tonight's, 1 1/2 miles to the Northeast was 13, with many birds flying by the chimney heading SW. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lis

[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county and Robin question

2011-07-31 Thread Curt Rawn
havior, as I understand it. Birds started entering the chimney at 8:50pm and were in by 9:15pm. I also saw one Common Nighthawk. A question for the Swift counters. Have you noticed Robins flying in one particular direction during these counts? Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.u

[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

2011-08-01 Thread Curt Rawn
f you have not seen this before, go here soon. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Swift count, Plymouth

2011-08-28 Thread Curt Rawn
I counted at the school on Hwy 55 in Plymouth. This school is called Tiny Acorns and Newton's Apple. I found zero swifts entering the chimney. A month ago it had 430. Tonight, I saw 3 swifts, 4 common nighthawks and a bat. Curt Rawn 612-618-6200 Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.um

[mou-net] Birds and Beers at Midnight showing of The Big Year, Hennepin county, October 13th 10:30pm-2am

2011-10-11 Thread Curt Rawn
alled the West End). Tickets are available on-line for $12.50 at ShowplaceIcon.com Select October 13th as your date and 12:01am as your time, (I know it seems wrong). You can print your ticket or pick it up at the door. For more info, check out Birdchick.com; we hope to see you there! Curt

[mou-net] Birds and Beers Tuesday, Nov. 22nd, Hennepin County

2011-11-17 Thread Curt Rawn
7600 42nd Ave N. New Hope, MN 55427 PHONE: 763-535-7000 http://www.esunshinefactory.com Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Reminder, Birds and Beers at Sunshine Factory in New Hope, 11/22/2011 6 pm.

2011-11-21 Thread Curt Rawn
This is a reminder that Birds and Beers will be held at the Sunshine Factory in New Hope, MN at 6 pm on Tuesday the 22nd of Nov. Birds and Beers is open to anyone with an interest in birds to get together and talk some birds. www.esunshinefactory.com/ Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net

[mou-net] Long-tailed Duck not found Hennepin County and Bald Eagle lunch

2011-11-30 Thread Curt Rawn
over them. Then a second Eagle landed on a Coot and after a minute flew away with it. I drove by the spot where it was having lunch (a Muskrat Den), and watched it plucking feathers from the Coot. Curt Rawn Hennepin County, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1

[mou-net] Gift list for a birder

2011-12-05 Thread Curt Rawn
, if you have another idea please suggest it. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Additions to list of things a birder might like for Hanukkah/Christmas/Solstice presents

2011-12-05 Thread Curt Rawn
ns cleaner/cloth, hand /foot warmers, travel packs of tissues, energy bars, I-Touch Gloves, or Yak-traks. By Linda W. R.. Good quality vacuum bottle, boots, time, and opportunity to enjoy with a friend. By Kurt B. S.. Snow shoes. By Curt R. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.e

[mou-net] County ID reminder

2011-12-26 Thread Curt Rawn
There have been several notices about sightings lacking county ID. Please, put the county in the subject line. Thank you. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Jan 23rd @ Wilde Roast in Mpls.

2012-01-16 Thread Curt Rawn
ing, and it's attached to the Riverplace Parking Lot. Note new location. http://wilderoastcafe.com/ Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers meeting, 1/23/2012 6pm

2012-01-22 Thread Curt Rawn
A reminder of the Birds and Beers meeting on 1/23/2012, Monday evening at 6pm at the Wilde Roast in Riverplace, Mpls. More info can be had at http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

Re: [mou-net] Western Tanager in the Twin Cities, not refound

2012-01-23 Thread Curt Rawn
I did not find the Western Tanager. It was around 2:15pm and I was there for about 25 minutes. There was fresh snow and the only footprints in the yard were mine. Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Anthony Hertzel" To: Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2012 7:54 AM Subject

Re: [mou-net] Sunday in Aitkin County, Snowy Refound

2012-02-01 Thread Curt Rawn
The Snowy Owl is still where Warren reported it. Great Gray not refound. Curt - Original Message - From: "Warren" To: Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2012 7:39 PM Subject: [mou-net] Sunday in Aitkin County This afternoon, I birded around the county. The SNOWY OWL that has been north of A

[mou-net] Carolina Wren, Chisago County, MN

2012-02-28 Thread Curt Rawn
you driving to see a bird that has been visiting a feeder, bring along some seed. You might need it. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, March 5th at 6pm at Wilde Roast in Mpls, Hennepin County

2012-03-03 Thread Curt Rawn
It's low key and it's fun. http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Old Cedar, Hennepin County

2012-03-13 Thread Curt Rawn
smokestack. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] GBH in Hennepin County

2012-03-24 Thread Curt Rawn
I drove by the Great Blue Heron rookery on the Mississippi river by Marshall Terrace and counted 19 birds on about 30 nests. I was on the West side of the river and did not use a scope, so I might have missed one or two. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] White-throated Sparrow, Hennepin County

2012-03-30 Thread Curt Rawn
I think I had a female White-throated Sparrow in my yard in Plymouth yesterday. Sparrows are not my strong suit, but the photo looks like it. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] No Juncos, Hennepin County

2012-04-07 Thread Curt Rawn
The back yard has been much quieter without the Dark-eyed Juncos, since they left 3 days ago. This year I added millet and milo to the seed mix so I had a lot of ground feeders. Curt Rawn Plymouth, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Woodcock Hunt, Lebanon Hills, April 19, Dakota County

2012-04-16 Thread Curt Rawn
romote your blog-the sky is the limit. It''s low key and it''s fun. http://www.co.dakota.mn.us/LeisureRecreation/CountyParks/Locations/LebanonHills/LHVC_SchulzeLakeDrivingDirections.htm Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Fw: [mou-net] Birds and Beers, Woodcock Hunt, Lebanon Hills, 4/19, Dakota County, RAIN DATE CHANGE TO MONDAY 4/23

2012-04-18 Thread Curt Rawn
Thursday's chance of rain is at 90%; so if it is rainy look to Monday the 23rd. The original letter had the wrong rain date. Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Curt Rawn" To: Sent: Monday, April 16, 2012 9:39 PM Subject: [mou-net] Birds and Beers, Woodcock Hunt

Re: [mou-net] Cattle Egrets/Loggerhead Shrike

2012-04-19 Thread Curt Rawn
Two Cattle Egrets were at the farm this rainy afternoon, though the cattle were not to be found. Thanks for the post, it was a treat to see these birds. They were lifers for me! Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Dave Bartkey" To: Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 8:14

[mou-net] Palm Warblers, Hennepin county

2012-04-22 Thread Curt Rawn
Pleased to find Palm Warblers in Plymouth, Mn., plus Hooded Mergansers, both FOY. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, May 30 5:30pm, Wilde Roast Cafe in Mpls

2012-05-10 Thread Curt Rawn
pls. Validated parking At Riverplace Ramp on 2nd St. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, May 30 at Wilde Roast Cafe, Mpls

2012-05-28 Thread Curt Rawn
t the Wilde Roast Cafe at Wilderoastcafe.com Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, June 14 6pm Wilde Roast Cafe

2012-06-12 Thread Curt Rawn
re info at Wilderoastcafe.com There is a "Birds and Beers" Facebook page and also more info at Birdchick.com Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Do not clink on links if the subject line is blank!

2012-07-10 Thread Curt Rawn
People, there is a new batch of spam going around. Never open a link in a post when the subject line is blank. It usually is spam or a virus waiting to infect your computer. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Aug 1, Groveland Tap, St. Paul

2012-07-27 Thread Curt Rawn
rd feeding question, share life lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. It's low key and it's fun. Be sure to find our Facebook page, too. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birds-and-Beers/217524724761 Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://li

[mou-net] Fw: [mou-net] Birds and Beers, Aug 1, Groveland Tap, St. Paul

2012-07-31 Thread Curt Rawn
This is a reminder of our August 1st meeting. Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Curt Rawn" To: Sent: Friday, July 27, 2012 10:11 AM Subject: [mou-net] Birds and Beers, Aug 1, Groveland Tap, St. Paul Birds and Beers will be meeting at the Groveland Tap in St Paul, on A

Re: [mou-net] western kingbird, hennepin co.

2012-08-21 Thread Curt Rawn
The Western Kingbird was in the tree about the bench as reported, at 11:30 am today. Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Vic Lewis" To: Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2012 10:14 AM Subject: Re: [mou-net] western kingbird, hennepin co. Western Kingbird is in the same place as

[mou] Brown Creeper in Carver county

2007-12-26 Thread Curt Rawn
Birds seen at the local feeder were as everyone else was reporting, plus a Brown Creeper feeding on suet. Curt Rawn 763-694-4579 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://moumn.org/pipermail/mou-net_moumn.org/attachments/20071226/77a05851

[mou] Feeder activity in Plymouth

2008-01-21 Thread Curt Rawn
Its like switch has been flipped. Today some 60 European starlings, 30 plus finches; (pine siskin, American goldfinches and house). Plus the downy and both nuthatches and juncos, and one cedar waxwing. Curt Rawn Plymouth, MN -- next part -- An HTML attachment was

[mou] Red-tailed pair in Golden Valley, Hennepin County

2008-03-05 Thread Curt Rawn
large trees. These birds both had a very faint belly band, white speckled V on the scapulars and noticeable red tails. One was much larger than the other. I saw them at 9 am and later at 11:45 am., and watched the larger one fly off 1/4 mile NE. I did not spot a nest. Curt Rawn

[mou] Townsend's Solitaire not found, Science Museum

2008-03-18 Thread Curt Rawn
Today from 12:30 to 2:30 pm, I did not find the Townsend's Solitaire at the Science Museum's big back yard. A staff member said the bird was seen 3 days ago by a party with a bird call device. I saw from a distance what might have been an American Kestrel. Curt Rawn --

[mou] Bloomington area

2008-03-24 Thread Curt Rawn
Mergansers and 2 Wood Ducks. By the 86th Street Bass ponds (which are open); 1 Kingfisher, 2 Great Blue Herons, another kettle of Bald Eagles and what looked like a Harrier. Curt Rawn -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://moumn.org/pipermail/mou

[mou] Pine Grosbeak in Carver County

2008-05-21 Thread Curt Rawn
Among the usuals in the backyard, yesterday was a female Pine Grosbeak. Also observed, was a female Baltimore Oriole stripping fiber off last year's milkweed stems. Curt Rawn Young America, MN -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://moum

Re: [mou-net] MN Breeding Bird Atlas - coming to a township near you

2008-12-30 Thread Curt Rawn
Bonita, Here is a link to the story on MPR that aired yesterday, http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2008/07/01/bird_survey/ ...or was it Sunday. Curt - Original Message - From: "SAMPLE, Bonita" To: Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 1:50 PM Subject: [mou-net] MN Breeding Bi

[mou-net] Fw: [mou-net] Varied Thrush in Ramsey Cty seen 2/8

2009-02-08 Thread Curt Rawn
I searched for the thrush this morning, (Sunday), and did not find it. This was between 8:15 and 9:15 am. What I did find was about 40 Robins and 30 Cedar Waxwings. Add to these, Redpolls and Cardinals and it was a fine morning. Curt Rawn Plymouth - Original Message - From: "

[mou-net] is the net down?

2009-03-01 Thread Curt Rawn
Only two people saw a bird today? Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] No Partridge

2009-03-02 Thread Curt Rawn
. While there, we saw a pair of immature Bald Eagles soaring overhead. There would be no challenge, if you saw every bird you went after. Birding with Linda Whyte. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Black oil seeds vs shelled

2009-03-12 Thread Curt Rawn
I feed the birds with nyger and black oil seeds. I am trying to cut down on the mess in my backyard. I am wondering if someone knows the cost equation of shelled vs unshelled sunflower seeds? How many ounces of seed are in a pound of black oil seed? Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http

[mou-net] Sage Thrasher not seen

2009-04-15 Thread Curt Rawn
I and several other birders enjoyed a beautiful day at Lake Harriet watching for the sage thrasher. It was not seen between 1:30 and 4:30 pm. We watched several song sparrows and pied-billed grebes. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net

[mou-net] Sage Thrasher not seen

2009-04-16 Thread Curt Rawn
I looked for the sage thrasher at the canoe storage on Lake Harriet. It was not seen between 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers and Woodcocks at Lebanon Hills?

2009-04-21 Thread Curt Rawn
Bring flashlights, binoculars, warm clothes, camp chairs, and beverages. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Chimney swift counts, Hennepin county

2009-08-10 Thread Curt Rawn
Not sure how accurate it was I wanted to do it again. Black birds were quickly going into a chimney with black clouds behind it. Sunday I brought help. With 2 other counters, we averaged 367 swifts. Likely a more accurate count. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-b

Re: [mou-net] birding gift ideas?

2009-12-02 Thread Curt Rawn
My favorite was a bird release from the Raptor Center. I set free a GHO on the day the Wellstones died. We had signed up for a smaller bird, but they had 4 of these, and no Saw Whets. Thank you Nancy! Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Frank Berdan" To: Sent:

[mou-net] Birds & Beers on Jan. 31 at Joe's Garage 4pm

2010-01-25 Thread Curt Rawn
interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe find a carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the

[mou-net] Birds and Beers correction

2010-01-26 Thread Curt Rawn
http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers 3/13/2010 6pm at Merlin's Rest, Hennepin county

2010-03-09 Thread Curt Rawn
Merlin's Rest - A British Isles and Irish Pub in Minneapolis. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Sax Zim and Lake County

2010-03-11 Thread Curt Rawn
, displaying for 3 females, also lifers. Stony was a white knuckle ride in my Toyota Camry, so I did not dare turning on to Whyte Road. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Great Blue Heron rookery, Hennepin county

2010-03-17 Thread Curt Rawn
=12 The park is 8 miles downstream from the Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, which also has a Heron rookery. Curt Rawn Plymouth, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou] Large White soaring bird

2007-04-01 Thread Curt Rawn
s neck straight. It was gone by the time I reached for = my binoculars.=20 Curt Rawn --=_NextPart_000_0047_01C774B3.48E650D0 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Hello,   I am wondering what bird I saw = over=20

[mou] Rose-Breasted Grosbeaks

2007-05-05 Thread Curt Rawn
Saturday, I found a male Rose-breasted Grosbeak on my feeder in Plymouth and had a friend report the same in Young America. Curt Rawn -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://moumn.org/pipermail/mou-net_moumn.org/attachments/20070505/efd51852

[mou] Network failure?

2007-05-28 Thread Curt Rawn
Has there been network problems (other than strife)? I have seen nothing since 5/25/07. Curt Rawn 763-694-4579 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://moumn.org/pipermail/mou-net_moumn.org/attachments/20070528/2fc9bf9e/attachment.html

[mou] Inter-Species Feeding

2007-07-29 Thread Curt Rawn
wings the Chickadee also stuffed some suet into the Downy's mouth. That parenting instinct seems pretty strong. Curt Rawn Plymouth, MN - Original Message - From: "Larry Sirvio" To: "MOU" Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2007 12:30 AM Subject: [mou] omygosh a cowbird :(

[mou-net] Black-crowned Night-heron, Hennepin County

2012-09-28 Thread Curt Rawn
I believe I saw a Black-crowned Night-heron in the ponds behind the Rainbow in Plymouth at 10200 6th ave N. This is just North of the store. I did not have glasses with me, so it could have been Yellow. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net

Re: [mou-net] Hudsonian Godwit Nelson's Sparrow Bass Ponds Hennepin Co

2012-10-02 Thread Curt Rawn
Thanks for the directions. At around 2 pm I found juv. Greater Yellowlegs, Wilson's Snipe, Nelson's Sparrow, American Pipet, & Rusty Blackbirds. It was great to be out in the fall colors and birding again! Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Scott Meyer&q

[mou-net] Birds and Beers on Sept 12, 8 pm in Bloomington

2012-10-11 Thread Curt Rawn
it's fun. Join us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birds-and-Beers/217524724761 Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

Re: [mou-net] Birds and Beers on Sept 12, 8 pm in Bloomington

2012-10-11 Thread Curt Rawn
Oops! That should read October 12th! Thanks to all! - Original Message - From: "Curt Rawn" To: Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2012 10:27 AM Subject: [mou-net] Birds and Beers on Sept 12, 8 pm in Bloomington This is a late post regarding this month's Birds and Beers

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, 10/25/2012 at Showplace Icon in St. Louis Park, Hennepin County

2012-10-22 Thread Curt Rawn
blog-the sky is the limit. It's low key and it's fun. Ticket info is here, please use "Guest Checkout" for easier service... http://showplaceicon.com/MovieDetail.aspx?FilmID=825480 We will meet in the bar starting at 5:30 pm. For more info see http://www.birdchick.com/wp

[mou-net] Birds & Beers, Dec 13, Lion's Tap in Eden Prairie at 6pm

2012-11-27 Thread Curt Rawn
ybe find a carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. It's low key and it's fun. Curt Rawn ---

[mou-net] Birds and Beers reminder

2012-12-12 Thread Curt Rawn
Birds and Beers is holding its December meeting on Dec 13th at 6pm at the Lion's Tap In Eden Prairie. http://www.lionstap.com/index.html See http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ for details. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Arc

[mou-net] Common Redpolls in Hennepin county

2012-12-17 Thread Curt Rawn
I had a dozen Common Redpolls on my feeders this morning in Plymouth. I had 3 so far this season before today. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, at the Black Forest Inn, Feb 18, at 6 pm

2013-02-07 Thread Curt Rawn
.com/ All birders are welcome, whatever your skill level. You can meet someone who might want to carpool to the bog or just hang out with other birders. There is a Facebook page, too. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birds-and-Beers/217524724761 Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net:

[mou-net] Reminder; Birds and Beers, at the Black Forest Inn, Feb 18, at 6 pm

2013-02-17 Thread Curt Rawn
This is your reminder of Birds and Beers. I hope to see you there. Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Curt Rawn" To: Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2013 12:48 PM Subject: [mou-net] Birds and Beers, at the Black Forest Inn, Feb 18, at 6 pm Birds and Beers will be at

Re: [mou-net] for raptor-lovers, international birding--close to home

2013-02-26 Thread Curt Rawn
This link might work better. http://carpenternaturecenter.org/events/masters-of-the-sky/ Curt - Original Message - From: "linda whyte" To: Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2013 6:50 PM Subject: [mou-net] for raptor-lovers, international birding--close to home This weekend will bring an ex

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, March 18 at the Black Forest Inn, 6 pm

2013-03-11 Thread Curt Rawn
nd-beers/ or find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birds-and-Beers/217524724761 We hope to see you there. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Reminder, Birds and Beers, March 18 at the Black Forest Inn, 6 pm

2013-03-17 Thread Curt Rawn
This is a reminder of Birds and Beers meeting on Monday. Curt Rawn - Original Message - From: "Curt Rawn" To: Sent: Monday, March 11, 2013 11:14 AM Subject: [mou-net] Birds and Beers, March 18 at the Black Forest Inn, 6 pm Birds and Beers will meet again on March 18th at

[mou-net] GBH rookery at Coon Rapids dam

2013-04-09 Thread Curt Rawn
. They looked like they had been dead for a while. The nest is some 60 feet up the tree and I guess they might have been snared by fish line from a catch. While there I counted 16 birds on nests. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] Birds and Beers at Black Forest Inn, June 18 6pm. Hennepin County

2013-06-02 Thread Curt Rawn
Beers has a Facebook page, too. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birds-and-Beers/217524724761 Photos from prior B&B events can be seen at http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ We hope to see you there! Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED

[mou-net] Chimneys for Swifts

2013-06-04 Thread Curt Rawn
Mark Martell of the Audubon Society helped get the word out about building chimneys for the birds. Check out the story on KSTC45 TV. http://www.kstc45.com/article/stories/S3056143.shtml?cat=11512 Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives

[mou-net] Yellow-headed Blackbirds, Dakota County

2013-06-13 Thread Curt Rawn
be there. Red-winged >Blackbirds were there in good numbers, as were a few American Coots. I believe >I heard a Sora, too. My sisters are new to birding, and I wanted to show them a most beautiful bird on a day without rain. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bi

[mou-net] Reminder [mou-net] Birds and Beers at Black Forest Inn, June 18 6pm. Hennepin County

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Rawn
mpls.com/ Birds and Beers has a Facebook page, too. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birds-and-Beers/217524724761 Photos from prior B&B events can be seen at http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ We hope to see you there! Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/c

[mou-net] New address for Curt Rawn

2013-06-22 Thread Curt Rawn
Please use catda...@gmail.com to reach me. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Birds and Breakfast, at Fat Nat's Eggs, New Hope July 6th 7 am

2013-06-30 Thread Curt Rawn
nce events. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Birds-and-Breakfast-Twin-Cities/489679157775153 Fat Nat's Eggs is in New Hope at 3540 Winnetka Ave North, 55427. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g43360-d599316-Reviews-Fat_Nat_s_Eggs-New_Hope_Minnesota.html Curt Rawn Join or Leav

[mou-net] Birds and Breakfast reminder for Sat July 8th 7-9am

2013-07-05 Thread Curt Rawn
As a reminder, Birds and Breakfast will meet Saturday July 8th at Fat Nats Eggs in New Hope. We will be there from 7am to 9am. at 3540 Winnetka Ave North in New Hope, MN. Birds and Breakfast can be found on Facebook, too. Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin

[mou-net] Birds and Beers, July 25th 6 pm @Black Forest Inn, Mpls

2013-07-17 Thread Curt Rawn
stinnmpls.com/ Find us on Facebook at... https://www.facebook.com/events/154008158123724/?notif_t=plan_user_invited -- Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

[mou-net] Cowbird chicks, declining numbers? Hennepin County

2013-07-18 Thread Curt Rawn
It occurs to me I have only seen one cowbird chick this year. Are your numbers lower too? -- Curt Rawn Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

Re: [mou-net] ABC study of neonicotinoids & birds

2013-07-22 Thread Curt Rawn
Here is a link to the petition page, be ready with your 9 digit zip code. They ask for it. http://org2.salsalabs.com/o/5400/p/dia/action3/common/public/?action_KEY=14827 Curt Rawn On Mon, Jul 22, 2013 at 12:59 PM, G Andersson wrote: > Thank you to those of you who support the American B

[mou-net] Fwd: Birds and Beers, July 25th 6 pm @Black Forest Inn, Mpls

2013-07-24 Thread Curt Rawn
This is a reminder of Birds and Beers on Thursday July 25th at 6 pm at the Black Forest Inn, Mpls. -- Forwarded message -- From: Curt Rawn Date: Wed, Jul 17, 2013 at 7:45 PM Subject: Birds and Beers, July 25th 6 pm @Black Forest Inn, Mpls To: "mou-...@lists.umn.E"

[mou-net] Swift counts

2013-07-28 Thread Curt Rawn
Zero shifts counted at the school in Plymouth at 12525 Hwy 55. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html

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