[Ontbirds] Common Ringed Plover - Algonquin Park Interior (Canoe Access Only)
Hello birders, I found an adult Common Ringed Plover today at Radiant Lake in Algonquin Park. It was subsequently viewed by Sarah Lamond, Dawn Sherman, Basil Conlin, Lily, Anna and Hayden. We were able to watch the bird at length for over an hour and obtained several photographs, including many showing the diagnostic lack of webbing on the outer toe from several angles. It was a very sharp individual and was otherwise easy to pick out at a fair distance due to its thick breastband and bright legs. See here for photos: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S58975937 An incredible record which, if accepted, will be the second for Ontario (I believe) and the first for Algonquin Park. Directions: Reaching Radiant Lake is an adventure. It is not for the faint of heart and often takes over a day for a round trip. DO NOT USE GPS or Google Maps to attempt to reach Radiant Lake. It will take you on restricted access roads and you will encounter a gate (and immense disappointment). The ONLY way to reach Radiant Lake is by canoe or kayak from Cedar Lake, accessible from the Brent Campground. There are campsites at Brent (large campground with amenities) and at Radiant (interior campsites). Take Highway 400 north, then Highway 11 to North Bay. Then take Highway 17 eastward to the Brent Road (signed). Launch your canoe or kayak at Cedar Lake, going south, then east along the Petawawa River until the following lake (Radiant). There is amazing shorebird habitat on the southeast end of Radiant Lake, where the plover was. Many rarities have been claimed on this legendary lake, visited by few birders. If you have time, be sure to bird Odenback, a large opening at the southwest end of Radiant Lake that has also held several rarities. Cheers and good birding, Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Neotropic Cormorant @ Colonel Sam Smith Park
Just had one fly over the viewing platform with two DCCO going north. Colonel Sam is at the foot of Kipling ave ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Say's Phoebe in Algonquin Park - NO
Hi folks, Several people have been searching for the Say's Phoebe at the Old Airfield this morning with no luck. The weather is not fantastic, but better than yesterday. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Say's Phoebe in Algonquin continues in the afternoon
Hi folks, According to various sources, the Say's Phoebe is still being cooperative in the same area in the Old Airfield. An interesting addendum - a distant but diagnostic photo of an unidentified bird taken by Ashley Baines on September 27th at the Old Airfield, was posted and identified as the Say's Phoebe on my initial thread about the finding of this bird on the "Ontario Rare Bird Alert" Facebook page (highly recommended) on the 29th. A congratulations is in order for Ashley for noticing and photographing it, and thus adding another two days to its documented stay! Hopefully this means that it will continue for many birders who have yet to see it. Directions: Enter the Mew Lake Campground access road. Park at the Old Railway Bike Trail lot (second left after campground office) and walk into Airfield. Phoebe is perching on top of low conifers almost directly in the middle of Airfield - visible from path, moving around a lot, singing intermittently. Right now it’s opposite the controlled burn information panel but has been flying back and forth across trail. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Spruce Grouse in Algonquin for Phoebe Chasers
Hi folks, People arriving to view the Say’s Phoebe may be interested in seeing Spruce Grouse, an Algonquin specialty. I’m currently looking at three of them up high in tamaracks, just past the entrance of the Spruce Bog Trail directly to the right of the first round blue trail marker. They seem content but are moving around the tops and are sometimes blocked, so patience is required. Watch for the Spruce Bog Boardwalk sign on the highway. It is east of Mew Lake and just west of the Visitor Centre. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Say’s Phoebe continues in Algonquin
Hi birders, Mark Patry and I are watching the Say’s Phoebe. It is flying around and calling northeast of the main bike path on the airfield. Can be seen and heard from the path - calling often. Directions: Enter the Mew Lake Campground access road. Park at the Old Railway Bike Trail lot (second left after campground office) and walk into Airfield. Phoebe is perching on top of low conifers almost directly in the middle of Airfield - visible from path, moving around a lot, singing intermittently. Right now it’s opposite the controlled burn information panel but has been flying back and forth across trail. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Say’s Phoebe - Algonquin Park
Hi folks, I’ve just found a Say’s Phoebe in Algonquin Park. It is currently flying around and singing! at the old Airfield. Directions: Enter the Mew Lake Campground access road. Park at the Old Railway Bike Trail lot (second left after campground office) and walk into Airfield. Phoebe is perching on top of low conifers almost directly in the middle of Airfield - visible from path, moving around a lot, singing intermittently. Right now it’s opposite the controlled burn information panel but has been flying back and forth across trail. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Reddish Egret changed spots - Oliphant
The egret has moved south and settled adjacent to a pair of sandhill cranes in a meadow across from the boardwalk on Shoreline Rd. Running around and feeding actively in nice sunlight. Lev & Kyle ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Reddish Egret - Oliphant
Good morning birders, The egret is opposite house 337 on Shoreline Rd. >From Wiarton take Cty rd 13 to Oliphant. Turn right on Shoreline Rd and proceed north. Lev Frid & Kyle Holloway ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Prairie Warbler - Bracebridge Sewage Lagoons
Hello birders, I am looking at a female-type Prairie Warbler in a large flock of mixed warblers, west of cell 4 about halfway between the cell at the Bracebridge Sewage Lagoons. Watch for the constant tail pumping. Mostly Yellows and Black-and-white Warblers. Also a Warbling Vireo. Take Hwy. 400 north to Hwy. 11 north. Take southern exit into Bracebridge from Hwy. 11 at Hwy. 118. Turn left onto Hwy. 118W. Turn left onto Lagoon Lane. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Wilson’s Phalarope @ Blenheim Sewage Lagoons
Beautiful female walking on the ground in the Central been between the cells with several Lesser Yellowlegs, just as soon as you get past the gate. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Kentucky Warbler @ Rondeau
Nice male right at Pony Barn directly behind Visitor Centre sign at Harrison Trail. Was crawling up to eye level. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Summer Tanager Rondeau
We are watching the right in front of 17932 Water Street. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Fish Crow(s) - Algonquin Park
Hi folks, There is at least one, possibly two, Fish Crows at the Old Airfield in Algonquin Park. I heard one early this morning calling very briefly from the Lake of Two Rivers campground, and proceeded to look for it for about two hours there, but the crows had gone silent and I convinced myself I was hearing things. I returned to the airfield an hour ago and immediately heard one calling again close to the parking area, and after listening to it for about twenty minutes, it flew in to say hello and sat on a spruce tree in the airfield. At this point it sounded as though there may have been two, as one may have been calling in the distance towards the campground at the same time. Nice bird. If accepted, it’ll be the first record for the park. Lev Frid Algonquin can be accessed via highways 400, 11, and 60. Access the airfield by driving to the Mew Lake Campground (km 30.8) and parking at the wood yard. The road is not plowed beyond to the airfield but is short and easily walkable. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Barnacle Goose, Schomberg
The goose is being seen by a large group of people at the Tristan Centre viewing deck. It is sleeping in the ice. Lev Frid ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Am. Three-toed Woodpecker - Algonquin Park
Hello birders, Myself and Murray Shields with our group had a very vocal Three-toed Woodpecker just then, slightly north of the Costello Creek picnic area on Opeongo Road. Algonquin can be accessed via HW 400, 11 and 60. Opeongo Road is 46.3 km from the west gate. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Western Tanager in Dwight
Dear Ontbirders, I am sending this on behalf of Rick and Kelly Stronks, who are hosting a beautiful male Western Tanager on their property on Highway 35 in Dwight. The bird was seen at around 6:00 PM today, and myself, Amanda Guercio, Rick and Kelly watched the bird coming to the feeders at 7:15 PM for about twenty minutes until it went to roost in a nearby cedar. David LeGros then joined us and was able to observe the roosting bird. Rick and Kelly are graciously allowing birders to walk up their driveway to view the bird feeders, which can also be seen from the road. They have set up a barrier to which birders may walk up to. If people walk past this barrier, it will scare all the birds and ruin it for everybody. In an age where more and more people are not allowing birders/photographers to view rarities on their properties due to horror stories, this is a refreshing change and the utmost respect for neighbors, property and other birders is necessary. You can park in front of their garage or along the wide shoulder of HW 35. Watch from the paved road or the driveway up to the barrier. DO NOT leave the pavement, walk on the lawn or neighboring properties. The bird comes to the platform feeder or feeds on the ground with sparrows, then often takes a break in the white pine above the feeders, or goes to a nearby cedar, which is where we saw it last. The cedar is on the neighbors property - DO NOT APPROACH IT. Excellent viewing is had from the road if the bird is in there. Directions: Rick and Kelly are at 24424 Highway 35. It is on the east side of the road, seven kilometres south of the intersection with Highway 60. From Toronto, it is probably fastest to take Highways 400, 11 and then 60 to Highway 35 and go south. East of the city, you can also take the 401 to the 115 and then 35 all the way up. It is a nice drive. Algonquin Park is nearby. Happy Birding! Lev Frid Huntsville, Ontario ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Bewick's Swan at Aylmer Wildlife Management Area
Hi Folks, Sorry for the late report. Yesterday, I found a Bewick's Swan amongst the hundreds of Tundra (Whistling) Swans at Aylmer WMA. It was at the back of the flock. Murray Shields saw the bird as well but before I could get the scope, it and a couple others apparently took off as there was a Bald Eagle in the area (or it could have lied down). Thankfully I got some decent confirmation photos showing the bill, which had a very large portion of yellow on it compared to the nearby Tundra (Whistling) Swans. The yellow patch was rounded towards the tip of the bill, which helped eliminate Whooper Swan. In direct comparison it was similar in size to the surrounding Tundras or even a bit slighter, which further helped eliminate Whooper and the Trumpeter X Whooper hybrid. Here are two of the most helpful pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/levfrid/32707756234/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/levfrid/33422483391/ Here is a link to a neat paper comparing Bewick's vs. Whistling Swans: https://sora.unm.edu/sites/default/files/journals/auk/v097n04/p0697-p0703.pdf Bewick's Swan is the Old World version of the Tundra Swan. The American Ornithological Society and Clements checklists (eBird) treat it as the same species as our Tundra Swan. A report will be submitted to the OBRC. Directions: Aylmer Wildlife Management Area is northeast of Aylmer. From the 401, go south at at Elgin Road/ Hw 73 which eventually turns into Imperial Road. Turn east at College Line, then east onto Hacienda Road. The entrance to the refuge is just past the Ontario Police College. The swans are viewed from three viewing blinds easily accessed from the parking lot. Happy first day of Spring! Cheers, Lev Frid Huntsville, ON lev.f...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Greater White-fronted Geese @ Lee Brown's
Hi folks, Four whitefronts were at Lee Browns just now. They moved a bit further into the field with a bunch of Canadas. Lee Brown's is accessed off Lakeshore Drive in Long Point. Look for the large parking area on the south side of road overlooking a small pond (currently mostly frozen) Lev Frid & Murray Shields ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: May 22, 2014
Hello birders, Many of the breeding birds are now back in Algonquin Park and the small incursion of birders on the weekend has helped us to detect them. New arrivals this week included Canada Warbler, Tennessee Warbler, Swainson's Thrush, Veery, Red-eyed Vireo, Gray Catbird and Chimney Swift. The best places to look for spring migrant warblers have been the north end of the Mizzy Lake Trail and the Old Airfield, accessed via the Mew Lake Campground road. Perhaps due to the increase of budworm in the boreal forest to the north of us, we have been seeing higher than average numbers of Cape May Warblers, and singing males in a variety of locations have provided great studies and photo ops of this beautiful warbler. There has been a handful at the north end of Mizzy Lake Trail every day this week. Overnight rain last night made for good waterfowl conditions and Long-tailed Ducks, White-winged Scoters and Red-breasted Mergansers were seen this morning at Lake of Two Rivers. Long-tailed Ducks were also heard migrating overhead on several nights this week. Evening Grosbeaks continue to be seen, especially picking grit off of car tires at the Visitor Centre, and two Northern Saw-whet Owls were still calling at Km 20 last night. Two vocalizing Red-necked Grebes were seen on Lake Travers on the East Side on the 18th, and a silent Northern Mockingbird was present at the airfield only briefly on the evening of the 16th. BOREAL SPECIALTIES: Spruce Grouse: A male was seen at the Spruce Bog Boardwalk on the 21st - likely the same bird that has been seen there and and off this week. There is/was a dispersed lek of up to three males at West Rose Lake on the Mizzy Lake Trail and birds were seen there most of the week as well. Gray Jay: These are now attending young and are quite shy. Last night (21st) there was a pair at Wolf Howl Pond on the Mizzy Lake Trail that were carting around three fledglings. There were six birds seen along that stretch of the Mizzy Lake Trail on the 20th. Black-backed Woodpecker: One female was seen at Wolf Howl Pond on the 20th. Boreal Chickadee: These are now mostly silent, and difficult to detect. One was seen at West Rose Lake on the 19th, but it was quiet. MAMMALS: Moose are now common along the highway, especially in the morning, so take caution and make sure to pull all the way off the road if you are going to observe them. Black Bears are also starting to become apparent along the highway. The Visitor Centre (at km 43 of Highway 60) has recent bird sightings and information, plus exhibits, bookstore and nature shop, and a restaurant. The Visitor Centre is open 9am to 5pm daily starting April 26, 2014. For more information see the Algonquin Park events calendar at http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/involved/calendar/ Birders reporting records through eBird can share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Or please send us any bird sightings you've had in the Park, even of common birds, as they assist us in documenting Algonquin Park's bird life. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin Park, Ontario DIRECTIONS: Algonquin Park is three hours north of Toronto, via Highways 400, 11 and 60. Follow the signs which start in Toronto on Highway 400. From Ottawa, take Highway 17 to Renfrew, then follow Highway 60 to the park. Kilometre markers along Highway 60 in the Park go from the West Gate (km 0) to near the East Gate (km 56). Get your park permit and Information Guide (with a map of birding locations mentioned here) at the East Gate, West Gate or Visitor Centre. Locations are also described at http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Algonquin Park Birding Report: 15 May 2014
Hello birders, Lakes have opened up in Algonquin Park and all but the most shaded areas are free of snow. Winds from the south have facilitated the arrival of several new spring migrants, including Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Bunting, and 15 warbler species, all now with singing males on territories, with the exception of Orange-crowned, which was a rare spring passage migrant on the 13th. Leaf out has barely started so it is easy and rewarding to observe these birds on territory while the bugs aren't bad yet. Olive-sided Flycatcher and Cedar Waxwing were decidedly early this week. Two Brown Thrashers were at the Old Airfield at Lake of Two Rivers on the 12th, an increasingly rare bird for Algonquin Park. When it rains overnight, ducks migrating over Algonquin's nutrient-poor lakes are often forced down, and cold and wet birders may observe them on large water bodies such as Lake of Two Rivers. On the 14th, present there were White-winged Scoter, Lesser Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, Ruddy Duck (only the second park record if accepted) and a Bonaparte's Gull. Unfortunately they only stop for a few hours before continuing north, and nothing was present this morning. A large flock of White-winged Scoter was also present on the 14th at Grand Lake on the Park's East Side. Evening Grosbeaks continue to be seen throughout the highway, frequently in pairs and taking sand from the tires of cars in the Visitor Centre parking lot in the morning. Red Crossbills were heard overhead Kearney Campground on the 12th and Spruce Bog Boardwalk on the 13th. White-winged Crossbills were heard at West Rose Lake on the 13th as well. Northern Saw-whet Owls are still vocal and can be heard at a variety of spots mostly west of Km 20, where one was heard last night. BOREAL SPECIALTIES: Spruce Grouse: A male has been seen on and off this week on the Spruce Bog Boardwalk, mostly in the mornings. A female was flushed from there this afternoon. Gray Jay: These are now attending young and are quite shy. Two birds were at the Arowhon Crossroads yesterday, and two more at West Rose Lake on the same day. Black-backed Woodpecker: One female was seen on the Logging Museum trail on the 13th, and one was at West Rose Lake yesterday. Boreal Chickadee: None have been reported this week, but they are out there. Check the north end of the Mizzy Lake Trail, Spruce Bog Boardwalk and Opeongo Road. MAMMALS: Moose are now common along the highway, especially in the morning, so take caution and make sure to pull all the way off the road if you are going to observe them. Otters were seen on West Rose Lake yesterday. The Visitor Centre (at km 43 of Highway 60) has recent bird sightings and information, plus exhibits, bookstore and nature shop, and a restaurant. The Visitor Centre is open 9am to 5pm daily starting April 26, 2014. For more information see the Algonquin Park events calendar at http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/involved/calendar/ Birders reporting records through eBird can share their lists with the Algonquin Park Bird Records account (APPbirds). We encourage you to do so. Or please send us any bird sightings you've had in the Park, even of common birds, as they assist us in documenting Algonquin Park's bird life. Good Birding! Lev Frid Algonquin Park, Ontario DIRECTIONS: Algonquin Park is three hours north of Toronto, via Highways 400, 11 and 60. Follow the signs which start in Toronto on Highway 400. From Ottawa, take Highway 17 to Renfrew, then follow Highway 60 to the park. Kilometre markers along Highway 60 in the Park go from the West Gate (km 0) to near the East Gate (km 56). Get your park permit and Information Guide (with a map of birding locations mentioned here) at the East Gate, West Gate or Visitor Centre. Locations are also described at http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Prairie Warbler @ Pelee
The Prairie Warbler is back at the Northwest Beach at Pelee. Park in the most southerly lot and walk south. Low in the junipers on west side of trail. Cheers!! ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Purple Finch @ Pelee Wings, 6 Long-billed Dowitchers @ Hillman Marsh
Hi folks, A female Purple Finch is at the feeders opposite Pelee Wings. There were six Long-billed Dowitchers at Hillman. Very bright, some of them! Enjoy the beautiful day! Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Yellow-breasted Chat - Pelee
Hi folks, Erin and I just saw at least one, probably two chats on Centennial Trail, near the Cactus Field Trail. In the brush piles, not vocal but very mobile. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Better directions for Pelee Chat
Hi folks, There's been some running around so here's some better directions - Park at White Pine, cross the road, walk down Chinquapin and go south towards VC at the intersection, the birds were in the first field you encounter. Hope this clears any confusion! ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Thayer's Gull - near Pelee
Hey folks, Murray Shields and I just had an immature Thayer's Gull, in the fields at Mersea Rd. 2 near 21. Look for the large concentration of gulls. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Yellow Palm Warbler - Pelee
Murray Shields and I were just watching a stunning Yellow Palm amongst several Western Palm Warblers at Sparrow Field, just near the entrance from the road. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
[Ontbirds] Audubon's Warbler - Pelee
Murray and I had a male Audubon's Warbler in Post Woods, halfway between Sparrow Field Woodland Trail. In a big flock of Myrtles. Lev ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
