The Black-backed Woodpecker at the Hyde Tract was seen today, Mon. 10:25
am, by me and a young Belgian visitor to Canada. After 15 minutes it
moved to another smaller tree to the south. After another 5 minutes or
so it took a long flight to the south at about 10:45. We did not pursue
it. On the way out, we met Hugh Currie and party and advised them of
the location.
Directions:
To Hyde Tract: Take Hwy. 6 North to Safari Road. Go west on Safari Road
from Hwy 6 about 14-15 km. Just before Hyde tract on the east side of it
is a large marsh. Hyde Tract is on the south side of the road there is a
parking lot located there. If you have gone west past Kirkwall Road, you
have gone too far. Once in the parking lot, follow the main trail. The
trail does split off once, but the main trail is apparent as it is
larger. Keep on the right side of the trail following the main trail
past the ruins of the old house. Keep going until you get to a large
cement block located on the main trail. Take the trail on the left side.
We then took the side trail that is on the right side about 120 metres
from the Cement block. We found the bird about 130 meters down this
trail in a tree on the right side of the path. It took the long flight
to the south just before the trail takes a definite turn to the right. I
agree with others that the easiest way to find the bird is to listen for
it pecking on the trees in this area. If you get within 20 or 30 metres
of it, you should be able to hear it and track it down. Thanks to
others who found this life bird for us and gave such great directions.
Good birding!
Neil E. Taylor
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