We have scouted Cherry Creek Reservoir this morning, and are pleased report that we will be able to perform the fall count as planned. HOWEVER, you need to know that there was a buckling of the asphalt involving the bridge that flows over Cottonwood Creek. The park is going to repair the surface, and it can be crossed on foot, but NO CARS can pass over until repairs are performed (which will be done in a time frame to be determined, according to the workmen there this morning). So, if you are coming, you CANNOT get to the West Marina (our 8AM meeting place) by coming into the park on Parker Road. You MUST either come across the dam or enter from Dayton (by Cherry Creek High School). Also, other things that will be of interest to participants:
1. We will be doing MORE WALKING than usual. This is because of the road closure, and because of standing water in places that are not usually wet. 2. Rubber boots or other water impervious footwear will be your friend tomorrow! As the rain appears to be abated, at least for now, water will recede, but paths will be wet, muddy, and grass will be wet. 3. Bug spray will be your second best friend tomorrow. They're out and they're hungry. 4. We are formally counting for a full day tomorrow. Any and all are welcome to stay for any part of the day, or the whole day. Be sure to bring snacks, lunch, and an amount of water appropriate for the duration of your birding day. 5. We will be asking you to sign a waiver first thing in the morning. Feel free to call if you have questions, and don't be afraid of the conditions, they will add a real treasuring hunting element to this great count! Cheryl Teuton Aurora 303-912-3341 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/cobirds/015201ceb0b1%248e19f990%24aa4decb0%24%40earthlink.net. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
