[mou-net] Laura Erickson to speak at MRVAC meeting on Thursday
*Tales from Laura's Big Year* *Thursday March 27, 2014 @ 7:30 pm * Presented by Laura Erickson, Duluth, MN Laura Erickson spent 2013 trying to see as many regularly occurring species, especially those of conservation interest, as she could find in the Lower 48. Traveling from Machias Seal Island off the coast of Maine to Santa Cruz Island off California she found herself within 20 feet of a mountain lion, getting stuck in the snow in the Chiricahua Mountains and up close and personal with a diamondback rattlesnake. See photos of some of the great birds she saw and find out what's involved in committing to a birding big year. If you have never heard Laura speak, come find out why this Minnesota author, radio personality, and national known birding expert is one of the most sought after speakers in the state. *When: *Please join us from *7:00-7:30 pm *to socialize over cookies. A brief business meeting and the featured speaker begin at *7:30 pm*. The meetings will conclude before 9:00 pm. *Where: *Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 3801 American Blvd E, Bloomington. From Hwy 494 to 34th Ave - S to American Blvd; turn left and go 2 blocks. Center will be on your right. Also accessible via the Hiawatha Light Rail line; exit at the American Blvd. stop. Enter through the staff door in the middle of the building. *All of our meetings are free and open to the public. Seating is limited and if the weather is favorable and the turnout good, we may not be able to admit all.* Steve Weston On Quigley Lake in Eagan, MN swest...@comcast.net 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] open water near Albert Lea??
I will be near Albert Lea this weekend and curious to know if anybody can share news on open water and/or aerated lakes in the area. A few ducks and mergs might help the drive move along. Thanks. --rick 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] open water near Albert Lea??
I would be interested in that information as well Mike Henry -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Rick Gibson Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2014 3:30 PM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] open water near Albert Lea?? I will be near Albert Lea this weekend and curious to know if anybody can share news on open water and/or aerated lakes in the area. A few ducks and mergs might help the drive move along. Thanks. --rick Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html 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] more on neonicotinoids
For those pondering in advance their spring planting, we may be wondering how important it is to inquire about the presence of neonicotinoids in potential purchases, Here's a link to an article regarding the usefulness of these compounds for increasing crop production, vs their negative effect on helpful insects. http://m.startribune.com/?id=252104351 The birds we love are ultimately as affected by the fate of their insect food as we are by the success of agricultural production. If the compounds are present in our garden plantings, it could lessen the positive impact of attempts to garden for wildlife. 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] Possible item for listserv
Hello, MOU Folks: Just noted Lindy Whyte's timely message on MOUNet about neonicotinoid pesticides and thought other subscribers might be interested in St. Paul Audubon's upcoming workshop on these chemicals, which pose a threat to pollinators and possibly birds, too. If you could post this to the listserv, that would be much appreciated. All the best, Val Cunningham St. Paul Audubon Society Even if you don’t use chemicals in your garden, you still could be harming bees, butterflies and other living things. Learn more about the alarming spread of “pre-poisoned” plants in the garden business and what you can do to combat this trend. Bee experts and landscapers will discuss how to make sure you have a healthy backyard. Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. to noon Campus Center (free parking nearby), Macalester College, St. Paul This workshop is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Val Cunningham, write...@comcast.net Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
