It's the Ides of March, and the Varied Thrush is still resident at
Cold Creek Conservation Area in King Township. Most of the snow is now
gone, and his Thrush cousins the Robins returned on the weekend.
Favoured spots are the hedgerow on either side of the driveway before
the split, and under the five Spruce trees on the right, and he has
recently been seen feeding under the bird feeder. He doesn't seem to
visit the "corn on the logs" as frequently as before, however, with
patience, he should reward you with a great view.
(image link & directions: http://e-confidence.net/vathccca/ )
Cold Creek Conservation Area is located on the 11th Concession,
between the 15th and 16th Sideroads. From the South, take HWY #27
North to King Road (Nobleton). Turn left on King Road and drive for 4
km to the 11th Concession (look for the sign for YMCA Cedar Glen Camp)
and turn right (North). Cold Creek Conservation Area is about 3.5 km
on the right, with a large sign out front. Park on the side of the
road into Cold Creek. The first (and only) driveway on the right is to
my house. Walk down the driveway, and try to keep back from where it
splits.
Happy Birding.
Geoff Simpson
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