[mou-net] GBH in Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

I drove by the Great Blue Heron rookery on the Mississippi river by Marshall 
Terrace and counted 19 birds on about 30 nests. I was on the West side of the 
river and did not use a scope, so I might have missed one or two.
 
Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Old Cedar, Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

Today at Old Cedar, from 2pm to around 3:30. 
Green-winged Teal
Buffelhead
Northern Pintail
Killdeer
Northern Shoveler
Scaup, more or less?
Common Goldeneye
Eastern Bluebird
Red-tailed Hawk 
Bald Eagles, not seen on the nest
And, two very distant birds flying to the Peregrine Falcon box on the 
smokestack.

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, March 5th at 6pm at Wilde Roast in Mpls, Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

This is your reminder that Birds and Beers is on March 5th at 6pm until 9 or 
10, at the Wilde Roast in Riverplace in Mpls. http://wilderoastcafe.com/
Monday is burger night and happy hour is until 6:30!

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities-if you're 
interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. 
It's low key and it's fun. http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/

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[mou-net] Carolina Wren, Chisago County, MN

[Curt Rawn]

I saw the Carolina Wren on Sunday in Wild River State Park. Sorry for the late 
post. 
Be warned, Google Maps will wrongly send you into Wisconsin. Wild River State 
Park is in Minnesota. Get there by driving East on 95 from I35, follow the 
signs.
Here is a map.
http://mapq.st/xaTsir

Also, if you driving to see a bird that has been visiting a feeder, bring along 
some seed. You might need it.

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Re: [mou-net] Sunday in Aitkin County, Snowy Refound

[Curt Rawn]

The Snowy Owl is still where Warren reported it. Great Gray not refound.

Curt
- Original Message - 
From: "Warren" 

To: 
Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2012 7:39 PM
Subject: [mou-net] Sunday in Aitkin County


This afternoon, I birded around the county. The SNOWY OWL that has been 
north of Aitkin is still there. I found it about a mile east of the 
intersection of C.R.1 and C.R.22 north of Aitkin, sitting on a pile of 
hay bales. I found a GREAT GRAY OWL on Pietz'a road 2/10ths of a mile 
north of C.R.18. On the snowmobile road south of Pietz's road, I found a 
small flock of WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILLS, 3 GRAY JAYS, 1 BOREAL CHICKADEE 
and lots of RED-BREASTED NUTHATCHES. Also seen: 2 flocks of SNOW 
BUNTINGS on C.R.1, a ROUGH-LEGGED HAWK, and 5 NORTHERN SHRIKES.  Warren 
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Re: [mou-net] Western Tanager in the Twin Cities, not refound

[Curt Rawn]

I did not find the Western Tanager. It was around 2:15pm and I was there for 
about 25 minutes. There was fresh snow and the only footprints in the yard 
were mine.


Curt Rawn
- Original Message - 
From: "Anthony Hertzel" 

To: 
Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2012 7:54 AM
Subject: [mou-net] Western Tanager in the Twin Cities


Leslie Englert has had a male Western Tanager visiting her feeder in Maple 
Grove, Hennepin County, since 11 January. Birders are welcome to visit, 
though she has asked that people please park on the street and walk into the 
backyard from the right side of the house. The houses are close together 
there and, in pointing this out, she specifically requests that birders 
please be considerate of her neighbors.


Leslie's directions are:

From I-494 take Bass Lake Road exit, head west.  After Vicksburg Lane, there 
is construction on Bass Lake Road.  Continue to the 2nd traffic light (after 
the one at Vicksburg Lane) and turn left onto Lawndale.  Turn right onto 
Fieldstone Blvd.  Take the 2nd right onto Queensland Lane N and take the 
second right again onto Queensland Lane N.  Fourth house on the right, 
#6448.


This is a record late Western Tanager by several months. The previous latest 
date on record is 16 September 1989 (Duluth).


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers meeting, 1/23/2012 6pm

[Curt Rawn]

A reminder of the Birds and Beers meeting on 1/23/2012, Monday evening at 6pm 
at the Wilde Roast in Riverplace, Mpls.

More info can be had at http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ 

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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Jan 23rd @ Wilde Roast in Mpls.

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities-if you're 
interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. 
It's low key and it's fun.

The next officially scheduled Birds and Beers is at the Wilde Roast Cafe on 
Monday, January 23, 2012 from 6pm - 9pm. For up to date info, check the 
Facebook Invite Page.

NOTE: Change of location! We were originally scheduled to meet at Merlin's 
Rest. This has changed, and now we're going to the Wilde Roast in Mpls. 

It's at 65 Main St. SE. Minneapolis, MN 55414, between Merriam St and Central 
Ave NE. There's plenty of street parking, and it's attached to the Riverplace 
Parking Lot.

Note new location. http://wilderoastcafe.com/ 



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[mou-net] County ID reminder

[Curt Rawn]

There have been several notices about sightings lacking county ID. Please, put 
the county in the subject line.

Thank you.
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[mou-net] Additions to list of things a birder might like for Hanukkah/Christmas/Solstice presents

[Curt Rawn]

Added to a list of things a birder might like for Hanukkah/Christmas/Solstice 
presents;

O.. "Bob White Birder Murder" mysteries by Jan Dunlap in either paperback or 
Kindle. By Jan D.
P.. Field trip with a guide to an interesting location. By Al S.
Q.. Gift basket with items like lens cleaner/cloth, hand /foot warmers, travel 
packs of tissues, energy bars, I-Touch Gloves, or Yak-traks. By Linda W.
R.. Good quality vacuum bottle, boots, time, and opportunity to enjoy with a 
friend. By Kurt B.
S.. Snow shoes. By Curt R.

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[mou-net] Gift list for a birder

[Curt Rawn]

This is a list of things a birder might like for Hanukkah/Christmas/Solstice 
presents, arranged in a random order;

  a.. Binoculars
  b.. Spotting scope
  c.. Tripod
  d.. Membership in bird groups; MOU, Cornell, Raptor Center, Hawk Ridge, 
Audubon
  e.. Raptor release from the Raptor Center
  f.. Bird feeder/feeder hanger
  g.. Bird house
  h.. Nest box camera
  i.. Field guide
  j.. Digital Camera/telephoto lens 
  k.. Gift certificate for your favorite guide/leader
  l.. Heated bird bath/water supply
  m.. Bird song audio player
  n.. Bird books
This has been on my mind for a while, if you have another idea please suggest 
it.

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[mou-net] Long-tailed Duck not found Hennepin County and Bald Eagle lunch

[Curt Rawn]

The Long-tailed Duck was not re-found on Lake Calhoun in Mpls today, however, I 
did see the Horned Grebe.

At Medicine Lake In Plymouth, I watched a mature Bald Eagle swoop over a raft 
of what I think were American Coots. They were in a small area of open water 
and ducked while an Eagle soared over them. Then a second Eagle landed on a 
Coot and after a minute flew away with it. I drove by the spot where it was 
having lunch (a Muskrat Den), and watched it plucking feathers from the Coot.

Curt Rawn
Hennepin County, MN


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[mou-net] Reminder, Birds and Beers at Sunshine Factory in New Hope, 11/22/2011 6 pm.

[Curt Rawn]

This is a reminder that Birds and Beers will be held at the Sunshine Factory in 
New Hope, MN at 6 pm on Tuesday the 22nd of Nov. 
Birds and Beers is open to anyone with an interest in birds to get together and 
talk some birds.

www.esunshinefactory.com/ 


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers Tuesday, Nov. 22nd, Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

This month's meeting of Birds and Beers will be held November 22nd at 6 pm at 
the Sunshine Factory, in New Hope, MN. 

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities–if you’re 
interested in birds, you’re invited. You can meet other birders–maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog–the sky is the limit. 
It’s low key and it’s fun. 

The Sunshine Factory Restaurant and Bistro is located at... 
7600 42nd Ave N. 
New Hope, MN 55427 

PHONE: 763-535-7000 

http://www.esunshinefactory.com 

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[mou-net] Birds and Beers at Midnight showing of The Big Year, Hennepin county, October 13th 10:30pm-2am

[Curt Rawn]

The next Birds and Beers is a special screening of The Big Year Movie opening! 
Showplace Icon is going to offer a special midnight screen Friday morning at 
MIDNIGHT (so you'll need to plan to stay up late Thursday, October 13!  

Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 10 and we may even have a few surprises 
to give away at the screening.  We'll be there at about 10:30pm to have a drink 
and socialize-there's a bar in the Icon below the theater and then carry on the 
fun above. They also serve food.

We will be in the VIP section of the Showplace Icon, in St. Louis Park, (called 
the West End). Tickets are available on-line for $12.50 at ShowplaceIcon.com  
Select October 13th as your date and 12:01am as your time, (I know it seems 
wrong). You can print your ticket or pick it up at the door. 

For more info, check out Birdchick.com; we hope to see you there!

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Swift count, Plymouth

[Curt Rawn]

I counted at the school on Hwy 55 in Plymouth. This school is called Tiny 
Acorns and Newton's Apple. I found zero swifts entering the chimney. A month 
ago it had 430. Tonight, I saw 3 swifts, 4 common nighthawks and a bat.

Curt Rawn
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[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

Swift count, Hennepin county

I counted again at the school at 12325 Hwy 55 in Golden Valley, sometimes 
called 'Tiny Acorns'.
It was much cooler and breezy and the birds went in slower this time. On Friday 
I counted 310 birds; tonight's count was 435! Usually the birds flock CW or 
CCW. Not so tonight, they were circling in both directions at once, and 
entering the chimney in a straight line. I thought they were entering much 
later than usual, but when finished it was 9:13pm.
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=12325+Hwy+55&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&gl=us&z=16
If you have not seen this before, go here soon.

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[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county and Robin question

[Curt Rawn]

Counting at Cedar Manor School at 9400 Cedar Lake Rd, in St. Louis Park (with 
86f heat and 75 dewpoint,
...not that I would mention that), I found 26 birds in a chimney where last 
year I found 2 birds.
I also noted 2 birds doing paired flight with wings in a 'V' position; 
courtship behavior, as I understand it.
Birds started entering the chimney at 8:50pm and were in by 9:15pm.
I also saw one Common Nighthawk.

A question for the Swift counters. Have you noticed Robins flying in one 
particular direction during these counts?
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[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

 Swift count, Hennepin county.

Yesterday's count in Golden Valley was 310. Tonight's, 1 1/2 miles to the
Northeast was 13, with many birds flying by the chimney heading SW.

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Re: [mou-net] chimney swifts in Hennepin County, Plus Video

[Curt Rawn]

I have uploaded the video to Youtube. It can be seen at 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=if27uMEOWvE


Curt Rawn

- Original Message - 
From: "Curt Rawn" 

To: 
Sent: Saturday, July 30, 2011 12:46 AM
Subject: [mou-net] chimney swifts in Hennepin County


I counted about 300 chimney swifts entering a school chimney on Hwy 55 in 
Golden Valley, MN.

They started entering the chimney at about 8:55pm and were done by 9:13pm.
I have made a short video with my new camera. It takes a while to download 
and was rejected by the MOU list serv; it's a little large.I'll try to find 
a way to downsize it from its 10 mb size. Let me know (back channels) if you 
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[mou-net] chimney swifts in Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

I counted about 300 chimney swifts entering a school chimney on Hwy 55 in 
Golden Valley, MN.
They started entering the chimney at about 8:55pm and were done by 9:13pm.
I have made a short video with my new camera. It takes a while to download and 
was rejected by the MOU list serv; it's a little large.I'll try to find a way 
to downsize it from its 10 mb size. Let me know (back channels) if you want me 
to send it to you.Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, June 29th, 6pm-8pm, in Stillwater, MN

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities-if you're 
interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. 
It's low key and it's fun. For more info check out Birdchick.com Wednesday, 
June 29, 2011 from 6pm - 8pm

This time we've been invited to Lift Bridge Beer Company in Stillwater-we can 
sample some local beers!  Take the afternoon off, do some birding along the St. 
Croix or just come for the birding company after work.  Make connections, see 
old friends and welcome new ones! 1900 Tower Drive, Stillwater, MN 55082

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Great Blue Heron rookery, Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

I scoped the Great Blue Heron rookery North of the Camden Avenue bridge on the 
Mississippi at 2:30pm. About 3/4 of the nests are taken by at least one Heron. 

It occurs to me now that I should have counted them, and the number of nests. 

I was looking for an owl's nest in the midst of it. If one is there it was 
hunkered down low and I didn't see it. I did get to see mating, nest building, 
preening and much flying about. Some of this was in the company of an adult 
Bald Eagle which stayed to one side, without inhibiting their behavior 

This rookery can be reached via the nature center at 49th and Lyndale Avenue 
North, in Minneapolis.

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Jan 22nd at Joe's Garage, Mpls 4:30pm

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers will be held at 4:30pm, Jan 22nd at Joe's Garage in Mpls.   
http://www.joes-garage.com/  Joe's has great choices of food and drinks. This 
month we are celebrating the Crow roost which is a bit East in Elliot Park. 

Joe's Garage is located at 1610 Harmon Place, Minneapolis, MN. 55403. Phone 
612-904-1163

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities-if you're 
interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. 
It's low key and it's fun. For more info see Birdchick.com 

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Re: [mou-net] Why is every message sent twice? Resolved.

[Curt Rawn]

Sorry, it seems to be a Comcast problem.
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To: 
Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2011 9:32 PM
Subject: [mou-net] Why is every message sent twice?


Why is every message sent twice?

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Why is every message sent twice?

[Curt Rawn]

Why is every message sent twice?

Curt Rawn
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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Dec. 16th, 6pm, Merlin's Rest, Minneapolis

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities-if you're 
interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. 
It's low key and it's fun.

The next Birds and Beers is Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 6pm at Merlin's 
Rest. 

Merlin's Rest Pub 3601 E. Lake St., Minneapolis - 612 216 2419

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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, 10/21/2010 6pm at Merlin's Rest, 3601 E. Lake St. Mpls

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers will be held at 6pm on Thursday evening, 10/21/2010 at Merlin's 
Rest. 

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities–if you’re 
interested in birds, you’re invited. You can meet other birders–maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog–the sky is the limit. 
It’s low key and it’s fun. 
You may read more about this at Birdchick.com 

Merlins Rest sits comfortably on the corner of E. Lake St. and 36th Ave. in 
Minneapolis. They’ve got FREE wi-fi, good food, tasty pints and one of the 
Cities’ best whisky stocks. Phone 612 216 2419, for more info on Merlin's Rest. 

We hope to see you there! 

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[mou-net] Chimney Swifts, Golden Valley, Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

Over 350 chimney swifts were counted going into the chimney at 12325 15th Ave 
N, (Olson Hwy), in Golden Valley, Mn. Also seen was one nighthawk.

Dancing in the dusk,
the swifts flirt with the chimney,
who'll be first? Not me!

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Goldfinches eating Salvia

[Curt Rawn]

I planted Salvia by my balcony feeders to help  feed the hummers. I have 
watched the American Goldfinches eating the Salvia leaves and blossoms. There 
are some ants on the Salvia, but I do not remember Finches eating ants, either. 
Have others seen this?

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[mou-net] swifts in Golden Valley, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

I counted 568 chimney swifts entering the chimney at 12325 Olson Highway. The 
location is a school on the South side of the road. The swifts started entering 
at 8:04pm and were through by 8:22pm!

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[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

My swift count at Cedar Manor School found only two birds entering from 7:30pm 
to 8:30pm.
Also seen, were 25 robins heading South and a FOY nighthawk. What a joy to 
watch!

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[mou-net] Swift count, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

I found no swifts at my chimney in Golden Valley tonight. On the plus side, the 
Vikings were on the radio!
Go Vikes!

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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, on Tuesday, 8/17/2010 Merlin's Rest, Mpls. 6pm

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers, will be on Tuesday, 8/17/2010 at Merlin's Rest, 6pm. Merlin's 
Rest is on 36th and East Lake St. in Mpls.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=3601+e.+lake+st.,+minneapolis,+mn&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=34.038806,55.019531&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=3601+E+Lake+St,+Minneapolis,+Hennepin,+Minnesota+55406&z=16


Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities-if you're 
interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe find a 
carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool research 
projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question, share life 
lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is the limit. 
It's low key and it's fun.
Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, Merlin's Rest, July 29 6pm

[Curt Rawn]

Hey Birders, Birds and Beers is on Thursday the 29th. 6pm to 9pm.
What is Birds and Beers? It's an informal gathering of birders of ALL abilities 
to meet outside of the Internet and connect. Are you a hardcore lister-you're 
invited. Are you a researcher working on a cool project and want to recruit 
volunteers or just talk about your study-you're invited. Are you someone who 
just enjoys the birds you see out of your kitchen window-you're invited. Are 
you a birding guide and want to promote your tours and business-you're invited. 
Are you someone who has heard of this whole bird watching thing and want to see 
what it's all about-you're invited! Looking for birders to volunteer at a booth 
for the State Fair-you're invited!

Read more about this at Birdchick.com 
Merlin's Rest, an Irish pub with great food and drink.   http://merlinsrest.com/

612 216 2419
3601 East Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers, 7:15 pm Sunday 4/18/2010 Lebanon Hills, The Woodcock.

[Curt Rawn]

Sunday, April 18, 2010 at Lebanon Hills Regional Park.  The woodcocks start 
their display about 15 - 20 minutes after sunset, which means they will start 
around 8:30pm. Since the display area is next to the visitor center at the 
park, we'll meet there starting about 7:15 pm and have an old fashioned 
tailgate party-you can come early to mingle or come closer to magic hour.  
Bring your own food and beverages and we'll laugh until it's Woodcock Time.  
The park closes at 10pm, so this gives us plenty of time to get some great 
birding done.
Learn more about Birds and Beers at 
http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/ 

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[mou-net] Great Blue Heron rookery, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

I stopped by the North Mississippi Regional Park to look for Great Horned Owls 
nesting in the Great Blue Heron rookery. I saw none, though I was there for 1 
1/2 hours.

I did see 6 GBHE on 4 nests, and also saw mating behavior and one pair 
copulating. 
Here is a map link to the park.  

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=north+mississippi+regional+park&sll=44.966559,-93.295727&sspn=0.029756,0.053644&gl=us&layer=t&ie=UTF8&hq=north+mississippi+regional+park&hnear=&ll=45.072793,-93.290062&spn=0.112742,0.214577&z=12

The park is 8 miles downstream from the Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, which 
also has a Heron rookery.

Curt Rawn
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[mou-net] Sax Zim and Lake County

[Curt Rawn]

Sax Zim area. 

Yesterday, in the rain, I sat in my car between the two feeders on Admiral Road 
and thought I was in Chickadee heaven. There were about 30 black capped 
Chickadees, flying in to get seeds and out, to perch on branches and eat the 
seeds. Add Red-breasted Nuthatches plus Downy and Hairy woodpeckers and I 
thought my day complete. Then a Boreal Chickadee flew to the suet feeder! It 
was a lifer for me! What a beautiful bird!
Also there was a Northern Hawk Owl, on County Road 7 by Stone Lake Road. 

On Stony River Forest Road in Lake County, I watched a male Ruffed Grouse, 
displaying for 3 females, also lifers. Stony was a white knuckle ride in my 
Toyota Camry, so I did not dare turning on to Whyte Road.

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[mou-net] Birds and Beers 3/13/2010 6pm at Merlin's Rest, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers will be at Merlin's Rest on Saturday, March 13th at 6pm. This 
is a good opportunity to meet other birders and to chat about your latest find. 

More information can be found at  http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/
Merlin's Rest info is at http://merlinsrest.com/  Merlin's Rest - A British 
Isles and Irish Pub in Minneapolis.

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Birds and Beers correction

[Curt Rawn]

Re: Birds and Beers;

It was mentioned the link to Joe's Garage did not work. Here it is,   
www.joes-garage.com
Hope to see you on Sunday, January 31, 4pm. Also, an update on parking; meters 
on both Hennepin and 16th Street will require coins, meters on Harmon will not.

Read more here,  http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/

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[mou-net] Birds & Beers on Jan. 31 at Joe's Garage 4pm

[Curt Rawn]

Birds and Beers is on a Sunday this month!

http://www.birdchick.com/wp/birds-and-beers/

We're going to gather at Joe's Garage on the upper floor (indoors) and watch
the crows come in to their winter roost. See close to a million crows fly in
to a small park, while we enjoy the great food and atmosphere at Joe's
Garage. 1610 Harmon Place, Minneapolis. www.joes-*garage*.com   (612)
904-1163.

Joe's Garage faces Loring Park and has great food. When contacted, they
graciously offered our group the upper level with windows facing the park so
we can watch thousands upon thousands of crows come in for their nightly
roost. The crows come to roost at dusk and this time of year, sunset is
early. If we get there at 4pm, the action will be just underway.

There is parking in and around the park in the form of lots and meters, but
be prepared to pay for parking with either quarters, cash, or maybe a check
card. Joe's Garage has detailed directions on how to get to their location.
I hope you can make it, I'm looking forward to actually combining some birds
with our usual beer.

Birds and Beers is an informal gathering of birders of all abilities-if
you're interested in birds, you're invited. You can meet other birders-maybe
find a carpool buddy, ask about where to find target birds, share cool
research projects you might be working on, ask a bird feeding question,
share life lists, share some digiscoping tips, promote your blog-the sky is
the limit. It's low key and it's fun.

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Re: [mou-net] birding gift ideas?

[Curt Rawn]

My favorite was a bird release from the Raptor Center. I set free a GHO on 
the day the Wellstones died. We had signed up for a smaller bird, but they 
had 4 of these, and no Saw Whets. Thank you Nancy!


Curt Rawn

- Original Message - 
From: "Frank Berdan" 

To: 
Sent: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 8:24 PM
Subject: [mou-net] birding gift ideas?


Each year the family asks for my Christmas list, knowing that at least one 
item will be for the One True Hobby (birding).  My true wants are well 
beyond their budgets, so I usually just ask for a book or similar 
reasonably-priced item ... and get it.  For example, this year's request 
is a book/DVD to help with gull ID.


So, this is an invitation to nominate your favorite gifts received in the 
past or given to another birder.  Books or anything else that has been 
appreciated might be named.  Let's keep it to nominal price, say, less 
than $50.


Please forward to me at  fberd...@yahoo.com

I'll assemble a list and post it in 7-10 days.  That should give us all 
answers to that daunting question: "What gifts would Minnesota birders 
really like to receive?"


Thanks for any suggestions,

Frank Berdan





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[mou-net] Chimney swift counts, Hennepin county

[Curt Rawn]

On Saturday night I counted chimney swifts during the lightening and tornado 
warnings. I was in the car with the windows up, so I was safe from lightening, 
and the tornado's path was closer to my home than to me.
I counted at 620 Mendelssohn Ave N, in Golden Valley, MN. My count was 565.

Not sure how accurate it was I wanted to do it again. Black birds were quickly 
going into a chimney with black clouds behind it.
Sunday I brought help. With 2 other counters, we averaged 367 swifts. Likely a 
more accurate count.

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[mou-net] Birds and Beers and Woodcocks at Lebanon Hills?

[Curt Rawn]

Just a reminder that Birds and Beers will be held at Lebanon Hills at 6:30 pm 
Wednesday. We will try to see the Woodcock. Please meet at the visitor's 
center. See Birdchick.com for more info.
http://www.co.dakota.mn.us/LeisureRecreation/CountyParks/Locations/LebanonHills/VisitorCenter.htm

Bring flashlights, binoculars, warm clothes, camp chairs, and beverages.

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Sage Thrasher not seen

[Curt Rawn]

I looked for the sage thrasher at the canoe storage on Lake Harriet. It was not 
seen between 1:30 to 3:30 pm. 

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[mou-net] Sage Thrasher not seen

[Curt Rawn]

I and several other birders enjoyed a beautiful day at Lake Harriet watching 
for the sage thrasher. It was not seen between 1:30 and 4:30 pm.

We watched several song sparrows and pied-billed grebes.

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Black oil seeds vs shelled

[Curt Rawn]

I feed the birds with nyger and black oil seeds. I am trying to cut down on the 
mess in my backyard. I am wondering if someone knows the cost equation of 
shelled vs unshelled sunflower seeds? How many ounces of seed are in a pound of 
black oil seed?

Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] No Partridge

[Curt Rawn]

While birding in Dakota County, today, we saw Snow Buntings, and Horned Larks. 
Our quest was the Gray Partridge, but sadly we were shut out. We watched the 
area of 180th St. and Joan Ave around 2:15 pm and from 5-6:15 pm. 

It was a chilly, but beautiful day, and we walked at Carpenter Park. While 
there, we saw a pair of immature Bald Eagles soaring overhead. 

There would be no challenge, if you saw every bird you went after.

Birding with Linda Whyte.
Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] is the net down?

[Curt Rawn]

Only two people saw a bird today?
Curt Rawn


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[mou-net] Fw: [mou-net] Varied Thrush in Ramsey Cty seen 2/8

[Curt Rawn]

I searched for the thrush this morning, (Sunday), and did not find it. This 
was between 8:15 and 9:15 am. What I did find was about 40 Robins and 30 
Cedar Waxwings. Add to these, Redpolls and Cardinals and it was a fine 
morning.


Curt Rawn
Plymouth

- Original Message - 
From: "Doug Kieser" 

To: 
Sent: Sunday, February 08, 2009 8:05 AM
Subject: Re: [mou-net] Varied Thrush in Ramsey Cty seen 2/7


The Varied Thrush is still present this morning (Sunday), feeding under and 
in the crabapples on the corner of Merrill and C2.


Doug Kieser
Minneapolis

-Original Message-
From: Linda Sparling 
Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2009 5:33 PM
To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU 
Subject: [mou-net] Varied Thrush in Ramsey Cty seen 2/7


I and other observers saw the Varied Thrush in the same location reported by 
Liz yesterday.  He


comes periodically the the crabapple trees right on the corner of County C2 
and Merrill.  I observed


him in the afternoon, but others I spoke to indicated that he'd been seen at 
various times throughout


the day.

Also in the area - Common Redpolls, and (reported by others) White-winged 
Crossbills and Pine


Siskins.




Linda Sparling








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Re: [mou-net] MN Breeding Bird Atlas - coming to a township near you

[Curt Rawn]

Bonita,

Here is a link to the story on MPR that aired yesterday, 
http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2008/07/01/bird_survey/

...or was it Sunday.

Curt
- Original Message - 
From: "SAMPLE, Bonita" 

To: 
Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 1:50 PM
Subject: [mou-net] MN Breeding Bird Atlas - coming to a township near you


The MN Breeding Bird Atlas is a 5-year state-wide breeding bird survey and 
it is starting soon - in spring 2009.  It is the most comprehensive bird 
survey ever conducted in MN.  This project will require hundreds of 
surveyors to document breeding status for all species observed within 
selected areas in 2400+ townships.  If you are interested in learning more 
about being a volunteer atlas surveyor, just send your name and the area of 
the state you are interested in and I will contact you by reply.


Also, to manage an effort of this size, the state is divided into 32 regions 
and each region needs a volunteer coordinator, or coordination team, to keep 
the project on track.  If you, or a small regional team, are knowledgeable 
about local birds and their habitats, can recruit and support surveyors, and 
are comfortable working with data online, contact me for more information.


Bonnie Sample, MN Breeding Atlas Coordinator
bsam...@audubon.org
651-739-9332






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[mou] Pine Grosbeak in Carver County

[Curt Rawn]

Among the usuals in the backyard, yesterday was a female Pine Grosbeak. 
Also observed, was a female Baltimore Oriole stripping fiber off last year's 
milkweed stems. 

Curt Rawn
Young America, MN
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[mou] Bloomington area

[Curt Rawn]

While birding today from 9:30 to 3 pm in the Bloomington area with Linda 
Whyte...

In the 9 Mile Creek area by the Minnesota River we saw a kettle of Bald Eagles. 
Also several juvenile and adult Bald Eagles with one pair doing courtship 
flying.

In the Old Cedar Avenue bridge area, 4 Common Mergansers and 2 Wood Ducks.

By the 86th Street Bass ponds (which are open);
1 Kingfisher, 2 Great Blue Herons, another kettle of Bald Eagles and what 
looked like a Harrier.

Curt Rawn
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[mou] Townsend's Solitaire not found, Science Museum

[Curt Rawn]

Today from 12:30 to 2:30 pm, I did not find the Townsend's Solitaire at the 
Science Museum's big back yard.  A staff member said the bird was seen 3 days 
ago by a party with a bird call device.

I saw from a distance what might have been an American Kestrel.

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[mou] Red-tailed pair in Golden Valley, Hennepin County

[Curt Rawn]

Sorry for the late post. 

Wednesday March 4th, I saw a pair of Red-tailed Hawks in Golden Valley. They 
were perched high in a tree about 2 feet apart,  by Highway 169 at the 
intersection of Mendelssohn Ave and 10th Ave North.  There is a fenced yard 
owned by the city at this locale with many large trees. 

These birds both had a very faint belly band, white speckled V on the scapulars 
and noticeable red tails. One was much larger than the other. I saw them at 9 
am and later at 11:45 am., and watched the larger one fly off 1/4 mile NE. I 
did not spot a nest.

Curt Rawn
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[mou] Feeder activity in Plymouth

[Curt Rawn]

Its like switch has been flipped. Today some 60 European starlings, 30 plus 
finches; (pine siskin, American goldfinches and house). Plus the downy and both 
nuthatches and juncos, and one cedar waxwing. 
Curt Rawn
Plymouth, MN
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[mou] Brown Creeper in Carver county

[Curt Rawn]

Birds seen at the local feeder were as everyone else was reporting, plus a 
Brown Creeper feeding on suet.
Curt Rawn
763-694-4579
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[mou] Inter-Species Feeding

[Curt Rawn]

Larry,
I have had a Chipping Sparrow and a Cowbird at my feeder too. I had read of 
this from other sources and was also confused by the size and look of the 
chick when I finally saw one.
A year earlier, before I learned of MOUMN.ORG, I had a similar experience at 
my suet feeder.  An adult Downy had been feeding on the feeder when a Downy 
chick flew up and perched on the wall near it.  The adult stuffed some suet 
into the chick's open mouth and flew off leaving the chick on the wall. 
Moments later a Black-capped Chickadee landed on the feeder; when the Downy 
chick  fluttered its wings the Chickadee also stuffed some suet into the 
Downy's mouth.
That parenting instinct seems pretty  strong.
Curt Rawn
Plymouth, MN
- Original Message - 
From: "Larry Sirvio" 
To: "MOU" 
Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2007 12:30 AM
Subject: [mou] omygosh a cowbird :(


> Wow - another new visitor to the yard -
> Never had one before - I should have been able to figure this one out from 
> the behavior.
> Another one of those lessons I won't soon forget.   Thanks to those who 
> responded.
>
> Larry Sirvio
> Cottage Grove
> 

[mou] Network failure?

[Curt Rawn]

Has there been network problems (other than strife)? I have seen nothing since 
5/25/07.
Curt Rawn
763-694-4579
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[mou] Rose-Breasted Grosbeaks

[Curt Rawn]

Saturday, I found a male Rose-breasted Grosbeak on my feeder in Plymouth and 
had a friend report the same in Young America.  
Curt Rawn
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[mou] Large White soaring bird

[Curt Rawn]

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Hello,

I am wondering what bird I saw over Plymouth, MN.  I saw this bird out =
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was about the size of a Pelican, totally white, flying in circles. This =
was during a light rain and as it circled it soared one direction and =
had to flap its wings the other half of the circle.  It was rather high =
and flew with it's neck straight.  It was gone by the time I reached for =
my binoculars.=20

Curt Rawn

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