[ONTBIRDS] Swallow-tail Kite still present, Leamington

Just had the kite heading north along Pelee Dr. Circling and moving slowly. Lynne Sent from my iPhone -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) as a service to all birders in Ontario. Ontbirds is reserved for sightings of pro

[birdalert] Welcome to the new Ontbirds

is available on OFO’s website at ofo.ca in the Finding Birds section at http://www.ofo.ca/site/content/ontario-hotlines-and-news. Good Birding, Lynne Freeman OFO President -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) as a service to

[Ontbirds] Announcement: Passing of George Peck

life and accomplishments in the August issue of Ontario Birds. His obituary can be found here: https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theglobeandmail/obituary.aspx?n=george-kelday-peck&pid=196377848 Sincere condolences to George's family at this very sad time, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynne

[Ontbirds] OFO Call Notes: Extension of the Birding at Home Challenge and Upcoming Events

as a whole, we will address these important issues and how the OFO will translate them into concrete actions to remove barriers which prevent people from birding. In the meantime, we all have a lot of birding and learning to look forward to! Lynne Freeman OFO President *OFO is excited to

[Ontbirds] OFO COVID-19 Update: June Field Trip and Convention Cancellations

split Ontbirds into two Listservs is well under way. One Listserv will be exclusively for rare bird alerts and the second for all other matters including regional reports, hawk watch results, and announcements. Thanks for your continued support during this difficult time. -- Lynne Freeman OFO

[Ontbirds] Information regarding Point Pelee Weekend Opening

rue Monarch, RR#1, Leamington, ON N8H 3V4 lindsay.rod...@canada.ca / Tél :519-322-2365 ext. 2217 *Parcs Canada - 450 000 km2 de souvenirs / Parks Canada - 450 000 km2 of memories* -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pury, W

[Ontbirds] Today's Call Notes - OFO's Birding at Home Challenge

ughts. Good Birding, Lynne Freeman OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pury, Work of Art ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding org

[Ontbirds] Announcement: Ontbirds Posting Policies and COVID-19

devotes to Ontbirds and for working through this rapidly changing situation with patience and humour. Lynne Lynne Freeman OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pury, Work of Art ___ O

[Ontbirds] OFO Call Notes: COVID-19, trip cancellations, and some good news

WEOmdxjTUx1U%3d> and enter code *BIRD30*. *We want to hear from you!* Your feedback is important — please write to me at lynnef...@gmail.com or anyone else on the board to share your thoughts. We are in this together. Lynne Freeman OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "B

[Ontbirds] OFO Call Notes: More on COVID-19 and something to look forward to

of the project. · Lynne Freeman focuses on a common and perhaps overlooked species, the Red-winged Blackbird, and shares some fascinating facts about plumage and biology. · Stu Mackenzie and Josh Sayers of Birds Canada explain how the Motus Wildlife Tracking System works, how it rel

[Ontbirds] OFO's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

sightings in eBird and pass on any news of rarities or interesting sightings to your fellow birders via Ontbirds and other channels. We wish you, your families and friends well during these difficult times. Please stay safe and healthy. Good Birding, Lynne Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef

[Ontbirds] OFO Long Point Trip Tomorrow Still On

ll publish guidelines soon. Please get out and enjoy birding safely! Lynne Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pury, Work of Art ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the

[Ontbirds] OFO Member's Survey, OFO Trips and Workshops on Website, Young Birders Events, and Thank you for your feedback

tthew Fuirst. April 25 (Saturday) – Young Birders - Sparrow and Warbler ID Workshop. Leader: Dan Chronowic. May 9 (Saturday) -Young Birders Big Weekend at Point Pelee June 13 (Saturday) – Young Birders - Summer Birding at Tommy Thompson Park, Toronto. Leader: Lynne Freeman. August 15 (Sat

[Ontbirds] OFO Call Notes: Upcoming OFO field trips, membership renewals and donations

o date, please login at ofo.ca with your old email address and update your email or you can also email us at o...@ofo.ca so we can update our records. Lastly, all of us on the Board wish you a wonderful bird-filled year! Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef...@gmail.com -- Lynne Freeman

[Ontbirds] Reminder: Hawk Owl Viewing Rules

le marsh and be considerate of the town and its residents who are going out of their way to provide access to the owl. Good birding, Lynne Freeman OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" S

[Ontbirds] Hawk Owl Update and Viewing Rules

n its desire to accommodate visitors while ensuring the safety of the owl, observers and people using the road. As you can all imagine, the popularity of this owl has been a big surprise for the town! Good Birding and Happy Holidays, Lynne Lynne Freeman OFO President lynn

[Ontbirds] Response to Hawk Owl Posting and reminder to follow OFO Code of Ethics

g policies, particularly with regard to owls at our January meeting. Please send any and all feedback to me at lynnef...@gmail.com. We really want to hear from you. Good birding, Lynne Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is pr

[Ontbirds] Sad News: Sid Hadlington's passing

ry is available at Lifenews at; http://www.lifenews.ca/announcement/9636750-hadlington-sidney-george Sadly, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization.

[Ontbirds] OFO Call Notes: Registration for Gull Celebration Weekend, Paperless Initiative, Convention Appreciations

enerosity. Highlight birds included a Cattle Egret and the jaeger display on Sunday. You’ll be able to read all about it in October’s OFO News which will be arriving in your mailbox later in October. A huge thank you to the convention team and everyone who participated! It was a fantastic weekend. Goo

[Ontbirds] One week left to register for the OFO Convention in Hamilton, Sept. 27 - 29

ntion celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Hamilton Naturalist's Club. The Hamilton area is one of the best birding locations in Ontario in the Fall for migrating waterbirds and passerines. Please join us! Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing

[Ontbirds] OFO Call Notes: Payment System Working, Convention Registration, Certificates of Appreciation, Ottawa West Field Trip Date Change

migrants: warblers, sparrows, waterfowl, shorebirds, gulls. Bring lunch. Trip ends at 5:00 pm. Good birding, Lynne Freeman OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pury, Work of Art

[Ontbirds] OFO Call Note Updates: Changes to Moonbeam trip, new Sault Ste Marie Trip, Payment System

ed of volunteers! Right now, we have a need for people with IT, social media, marketing and writing skills. Please email me at lynnef...@gmail.com to find out how you can be part of OFO. Good Birding, Lynne Freeman OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmai

[Ontbirds] OFO's Alan Wormington Camp for Young Birders - August 17th - 24th in Algonquin Park

g but keen naturalists will also enjoy the camp. We have a few spots remaining so please pass this on to youth who might want to enjoy this special experience. For more information, please view the flyer at the following location: http://ofo.ca/ofo-docs/OFOYoungBirdersCampInformation2019.pdf Ly

[Ontbirds] Meeting Place for the Ravens and Raptors of Ottawa Trip - April 28

these magnificent birds. Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@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 h

[Ontbirds] New trip announcement: Port Weller East Pier, Saturday, December 1 (before the gull workshop)

s can be found while walking along the road. There is always a chance for rare ducks and geese. For more information about the Penninsula Field Naturalists: http://peninsulafieldnats.com/ -- Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon d

[Ontbirds] OFO Updates: Gull Workshop registration, Hotel discount OFO News....

an now remove Directors between AGMs following due process. In addition, the Immediate Past President is no longer a named position on the Board. Josh Vandermeulen has resigned from the Board. Lynne Freeman and Brian Gibbon were elected to new three-year terms. Subsequently, the Board accept

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention Updates: #OFO2018 and Saturday Pizza

;t thank the Friends enough. If you are attending one of the park hikes on Saturday, please drop by the Visitor Centre to enjoy! Good birding, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pury, Work of Art ___

[Ontbirds] OFO Updates: Convention Registration Cutoff, Birds of the World, Call for Volunteers

be accepted as well as bids at the conference. Please send email bids to OFO President Lynne Freeman at *lynnef...@gmail.com *. Please note that any shipping costs will be added to the cost of the set. *Call for Volunteers* Do you have a few hours to devote to Ontario's birding community? OFO

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention and AGM and Call for Volunteers

Financial Statement and By-law Amendment located at the end of the Committee Reports. Please send any questions or comments in advance to OFO President Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com. OFO is run by volunteers and we need more volunteers to help out! If you have a lot of a little bit of time, OFO ca

[Ontbirds] Notice to OFO Members: Proposed OFO By-law Ammendments for AGM, Sept. 29, 2018

://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/aboutus.bylaws If you have comments or questions prior to the AGM please email any member of the board. Thanks, Lynne Freeman (President) lynnef...@gmail.com *OFO By-Laws – Proposed Revision 4* *September 29, 2018 AGM* *Revision #1* *Current By-law* *3.05 Removal of

[Ontbirds] Registration is now open for the 2018 OFO Young Birders Camp, August 26 - Sept 1

ited to 14 campers. To register please go to: https://ofo25.wildapricot.org/event-2965756 For more information, please contact Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com -- Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ont

[Ontbirds] Trip Report: Breeding Birds of Evergreen Brickworks, Toronto

6 birders joined co-leaders Lynne Freeman and Jack Alvo for the Breeding Birds outing at Evergreen Brickworks in Toronto on Saturday. This trip was a joint event between OFO and the TOC. Without leaving the path, we discovered the nests of many breeding birds: American Robins, Baltimore Orioles

[Ontbirds] Breeding Bird Survey in Pelham - June 9 - Cancelled

Hello all, Please note that the trip scheduled Pelham tomorrow is cancelled. Thanks, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Birdathon

plumage. Many thanks to Bill and Margaret for their hospitality and the use of their yard for camping and many birds. Please email me to find out more about the OFO Young Birders program and OFO in general. Lynne Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com Se

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Birdathon - May 26-27

Hello, We are holding a birdathon this weekend at Presqu'ile PP and local hotspots. We still have a few openings for young birders and parents / guardians. Carpooling is also available. To register, please contact me at 416-671-0325 or email at lynnef...@gmail.com. Lynne Freeman l

[Ontbirds] Backpack left at gull quiz

Hello birders, Somebody left a green backpack at the gull quiz. We will bring it to the gull trip tomorrow. Please email me if it is yours. Thanks, Lynne Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention: OFO Committee Reports, Last Minute Registrations, #OFO2017

fo.ca/site/page/view/convention.programs. Lastly, we urge you to post your photos and stories on Facebook, twitter and Instagram. Use the hashtag #OFO2017. We will have fun sharing your pictures at the convention! Thanks, Lynne OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold

[Ontbirds] Reminder: OFO Convention is fast approaching - register NOW!

. We still have a few spots left. Go to the OFO Website at www.ofo.ca to register now! Lynne -- Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization.

[Ontbirds] Fall is coming and so is the OFO Convention at Long Point, Sept 22-24

this very birdy part of the province. It's easy to register online at: http://ofo.ca/site/page/view/convention.programs. We look forward to enjoying Long Point with you in September! Lynne OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com

[Ontbirds] Report on the OFO Young Birder Alan Wormington Memorial Camp July 13-16

Peter, Caroline Biel, Isabel Apkarian, Jody Allair, Mark Peck and Lisa Bildy. I'd also like to thank the Board for their support and OFO members who have donated to support young birder activities. We will be posting pictures on our Facebook page soon! Lynne OFO President -- Lynne Free

[Ontbirds] Nest Search Event at the Evergreen Brick Works on June 18th - cancelled

ad, I urge all of you to go and explore the Brickworks. Last year we found 18 nests, including an Orchard Oriole nest without straying from the path. If you go early you will be able to enjoy watching swallows drink from the pond. Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birder Field Trips and Nest Searching Registration

from the OFO Website home page at www.ofo.ca. Good birding, Lynne Freeman OFO President ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Event at the ROM - Jan 21 or 22

cafeteria. Meet at 10: 00 am sharp at the south staff entrance of the museum. ROM security will not be able to admit latecomers. To register, please send me an email to Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Since space is limited, please also let me

Re: [Ontbirds] Toronto Lark Sparrow - still present

Jack Alvo and I observed the Lark Sparrow at around 3:20. It was foraging in the grasses in frint of the fence, just off the footpath. The are a couple of trailers on the other side of the fence. It was finding lots of food. Also had a Mockingbird. Good birding, Lynne Lynne Freeman lynnef

[Ontbirds] Reminder: Registration is required for the December 3rd Gull Workshop

Hello, The Gull Workshop and Quiz with Jean Iron and Mark Peck is just two weeks from now. Registration is required for the workshop on December 3. Registration is free. You can register on the OFO website here: http://member.ofo.ca/event-2284153 Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com

[Ontbirds] Order by Nov. 1: OFO Hoodies and Shirt Orders for Pickup at the Gull Workshop

arrives on time. Hoodies: $40.00, available in black or navy blue. M/F, Small, Medium, Large or X-Large Famous Denim shirts: $50.00, M/F, Small, Medium, Large or X-Large Please specify the sex, size, colour and quantity. Good Birding, Lynne OFO President -- Lynne Freeman lynnef

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention Registration - Deadline is 1:00 pm today

but are more comfortable paying by cheque, please email Brian Gibbon our registrar at bwgib...@gmail.com to make arrangements to pay at the door. Thanks, Lynne OFO President Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention Updates - Have you registered?

ility of a sign up sheet or notice board at the hotel so people can find rides. Stay tuned for more information on this. Lynne and the OFO Board -- Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Orni

[Ontbirds] Very sad news - Alan Wormington has passed

which he shared will all. He was a special man and will be missed immensely. With sadness, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman OFO President lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization

[Ontbirds] Important information about the OFO Convention in Kingston, Sept 23-25

until 7:00 AM and breakfast is not included in the rate. There is a Tim Hortons nearby where you can get your morning coffee and bagel, muffin or doughnut. If you have any questions or concerns about the convention, please feel free to contact me. Thanks, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman OFO Presid

[Ontbirds] Follow-up to Nest Search Blitz

epeat email but I was hearing that people couldn't find the page. Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pury, Work of Art ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologi

[Ontbirds] OFO / TOC / BSC Nest walk at the Toronto Brickworks

. I'll be putting pictures up on the OFO Facebook page. Lynne Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com Sent from my ipad ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to bird

[Ontbirds] FYI - OFO has added a nest search hike at the Brickworks in Toronto, June 18th

: Daniel Riley, Lynne Freeman Note that the TTC bus to the Brick Works is *not yet* running. The address is 550 Bayview Avenue. From the Don Valley Parkway, take the Bloor/Bayview exit and go north on Bayview. From downtown, use River Street, which runs north from King to join Bayview just north of

[Ontbirds] Prairie warbler - tommy Thompson park, Toronto

This morning while nest searching, Paul Xamin and I found a male Prairie Warbler. Bushes along the road at cell D. Good birding, Lynne Top is located at the base of Leslue St. On Toronto Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario F

[Ontbirds] Reminder: OFO Convention Oct 2- 4 - Register Now!

Hello Ontario Birders, It is only 8 days until the OFO Convention which is in Leamington this year. Please register soon if you haven't had a chance yet. We will accept cheques if mailed in the next day. Otherwise, please register online at www.ofo.ca. The date was chosen because the first weeken

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Fall Schedule

OFO has arranged several outings for young birders this fall. Please email me privately to let me know if you plan to attend. Saturday, September 19: Tommy Thompson Park Leader: Justin Peter 8:30 - 3:00 Meet at the entrance of the park at 8:30. We will explore the spit for fall migrants. Please b

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention Oct 2 - 4: Where to stay

for a week or more. Phone (519) 326-1156. No charge for any daytime visitors. And of course you can camp at the park. Group camping sites have been reserved Point Pelee National Park. Phone (519) 322-2365 to reserve. It's going to be a great time. Hope to see you there. Lynne Freeman OFO

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Birdathon Final Tally - 145 species

on the OFO website and the OFO Facebook page later. Our checklists have been recorded in eBird. Lynne Freeman OFO President ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to

[Ontbirds] OFO Birdathon hashtags

Hi, The correct hastags to follow along with our birdathon progress are #OFOBirdathon, #BSCBirdathon and @BirdStudiesCan. The weather has changed and we will now be starting tomorrow around noon. Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Sim

[Ontbirds] OFO Celebrity Birders - Birdathon this weekend

n and #BirdStudiesCanada. Look for us wearing our blue Birdathon t-shirts this weekend at Presqu'ile! Lynne Lynne Freeman OFO President Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com Sent from my ipad ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Orni

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention - Hotel Booking and Canoe Rental Rate

Inn. It recently became a Best Western. Apparently some of the staff are not aware of that yet. Second, the price of the canoe rental dropped after the brochure was printed. It is now $17, not $35. We will keep you posted if anything else changes. Thanks for your understanding, Lynne Freeman

[Ontbirds] Announcing April Ontario Birds, OFO Celebrity Birders, OFO Convention

easy to join on our website at www.ofo.ca. Good birding, Lynne Freeman OFO President ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information a

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Outing - Presqu'ile, March 29

irds and a great time was had by all. Lynne Lynne Freeman OFO President ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS includ

[Ontbirds] Clarification:OFO and TRCA Young Birders Saw-whet Owl Banding, Oct. 25th

Hello, Just need to clarify a couple of things about the event. The event runs between 7:30 PM and 10:30 PM (not 12:00 midnight). Please meet at the entrance to the park at the gate before 7:30 PM. The van will leave at 7:30. The event will be held at the Tommy Thompson Park Bird Research Statio

[Ontbirds] OFO & TRCA Event: Saw-whet Owl Banding, October 25th, Tommy Thompson Park, Toronto

I am very happy to announce an opportunity for OFO Young Birders to visit the Tommy Thompson Park Bird Research Centre this Saturday, October 25th from 7:30 to 12:00 PM to view Sawwhet Owl banding. This is a special opportunity which the TRCA and the Bird Research Centre have arranged for us. Ple

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention - Update list of trips

who has a few pictures from past conventions or OFO outings send them to me? I'm putting together a surprise for the convention. Thank you, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com "Be bold, be brave, be amazing" Simon de Pu

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention - last minute updates

, news and pictures about the convention. We will stream tweets and Instagram pics at the banquet so please post! Any questions, please contact me at lynnef...@gmail.com. Lynne Freeman Chair, OFO Convention Organizing Committee -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention - Details of new Kingston "on the way home" trip

e end of Gardiners you'll reach Bath Road where you'll go straight across again and turn left into Gardiners Town Centre shopping mall where Tim's is located on the north side. Kingston area marshes and Conservation areas that are active at that time. Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@g

[Ontbirds] Reminder: OFO Convention Registration and Changes to Trip Program

ram and a great chance to discover the richness of Ottawa birding! Hope to see you there. Lynne Lynne Freeman, Chair OFO Convention Committee -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the prov

[Ontbirds] Reminder: OFO Convention Registration and Hotel Reservation

Days Inn Ottawa West and the Best Western Plus Ottawa / Kanata but this rate expires on Monday - although we will try to get an extension. It's a jam packed program and a great chance to discover the richness of Ottawa birding! Hope to see you there. Lynne Lynne Freeman, Chair OFO Conve

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Shorebird Workshop - Aug 23

-Breasted Nuthatches and pewees. Please email me if you are interested in joining an OFO Young Birders outing or volunteering with the program. Lynne Freeman ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organizatio

[Ontbirds] Register for the OFO Convention in Ottawa, September 26-28

at: www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/convention.programs and email me if you have any questions. Good birding, Lynne Lynne Freeman Chair, OFO Convention Committee ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization.

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Breeding Bird Blitz - Tommy Thompson Park Toronto

cords scheme and BSC Nest watch. A big thank you to Nigel at the bird banding station for teaching us about the Eastern Kingbird's red crown and some of the finer points of understanding how old a bird is. Also thank you to Ian Sturdie who passed on great tips on finding and recording nests. Ly

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Event - Sunday, June 1, Tommy Thompson Park, Toronto

Hello everyone, OFO is hosting a Breeding Birds Blitz at the spit this Sunday from 7:30 to 1:00 for young birders between 9 - 19. Meet at the entrance and bring rubber boots, drinks, lunch and a pen and clipboard if you have one. We will be locating and recording nests for the Ontario Nest Record

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders Presqu'ile Workshop

17 young birders, aged 9 to 17 and their parents ventured to Presqu'ile PP today. Led by Peter Burke, Doug McRae and Bill Gilmour we had good views by scope of a good variety of ducks in the bay with the highlight being the Barrows x Common Goldeneye and 4 wood ducks. Early spring migrants were act

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birder's Workshop @ Presqu'ile, March 29 - email correction

in layers as the wind off the lake is cold, even if it is a warm day on the mainland. Wear warm boots. Please bring warm drinks and snacks. Space is limited so if you are interested, please register by emailing Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com. Please let me know if you are outside the age r

[Ontbirds] OFO Young Birders - March 29 Workshop at Presqu'ile Provincial Park 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

ber to dress in layers as the wind off the lake is cold, even if it is a warm day on the mainland. Wear warm boots. Please bring warm drinks and snacks. Space is limited so if you are interested, please register by emailing Lynne Freeman at lynne...@gmail.com. Please let me know if you are outside

[Ontbirds] Reminder: Young Birders Peterborough and region Trip - Saturday, Feb 8

be accompanied by an adult since this trip involves driving. Registration is not necessary but we would appreciate if you could email me, Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com if you plan on attending or call Dave Milsom at 705-874-8531 if you have any questions about the trip. If you do email

[Ontbirds] Announcement: OFO Young Birders Outing - Saturday, February 8 - Peterborough, Cobourg and Port Hope

: there will be a stop for lunch but please bring a lunch if you wish. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Driving is required. Registration is not necessary but we would appreciate if you could email Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com if you plan on attending or call Dave Milsom at 705-874

[Ontbirds] OFO convention - banquet is not at the Roma Club

Hello, Just a reminder that the banquet is at the Portuguese Club, 217 Talbot Rd. W, Leamington. It is not at the Roma Club this year. Doors open at 4:00, dinner is at 6:00. Lynne Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Orn

[Ontbirds] OFO convention news

Hi everyone, For those of you who will be spending time at Pelee during the convention, the Friends of Point Pelee will be selling coffee and snacks in the morning and pizza for lunch on Saturday for folks who want to stat in the park all day. Please email me if you have any questions. Thanks,

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention 2013 - Registration deadline is approaching

bwgib...@gmail.com or by phone in the evening at 705-721-4599. It's going to be a great event with plenty of hikes and workshops, a Friday night social bash and Saturday evening banquet with guest speaker Greg Miller of Big Year fame. Hope to see you there, Lynne Freeman OFO Convention

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention September 27 - 29 - time to register!

et is Greg Miller of "The Big Year" fame. For more information, please take a look at the brochure at: http://www.ofo.ca/ofo-docs/OFO_2013_Convention_Brochure.pdf Please e-mail me if you have any questions. It's going to be a great weekend. Hope to see you there. Lynne L

[Ontbirds] eBird Workshops at the OFO Convention

We have recently added two eBird tutorials to the convention lineup. The first opportunity will be Friday evening at 5:00 PM at the Pelee Days Inn and the second will be on Saturday afternoon at 2:00 following the "Big Year" screening at the theatre at Point Pelee National Park. Mike Burrell will

[Ontbirds] Register Now for the 2013 OFO Convention: Point Pelee Friday Sept 27 through Sunday Sept 29

sts on Facebook so you can get the latest info and updates about the convention. We look forward to having you at the Convention this year. Kind Regards, Lynne Freeman, OFO Convention Coordinator lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Onta

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention - Gull Island trip - bring water shoes

Hello, For those of you planning on going on the OFO Convention Gull Island trip, I've been advised that the water is about 3" at the deepest so prepare to get damp. Water shoes or crocs are best but rubber boots will work! Lynne lynnef...@gmail.com _

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention Info....locations, BBQ, digiscoping workshop and more

! Reception and Banquet We have a lot of great vendors at the banquet and we’ll be selling OFO merchandise at a discount. Remember to bring cash! If you have any questions, please contact Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by

[Ontbirds] Reminder: Register now for the OFO Convention, Sept. 14-16!

nd out! If you have any questions about the convention, please email me, Lynne Freeman at lynnef...@gmail.com. Any concerns about registration should be sent to our registrar Brian Gibbon at bwgib...@gmail.com. Hope to see you there, Lynne ___ ONTBIRDS

[Ontbirds] Correction to the OFO Convention Flyer - Convention Dates

16. Thanks, Lynne -- Lynne Freeman lynnef...@gmail.com Please do not use my old email - lyn...@interlog.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert

[Ontbirds] Registration is now open for OFO Convention, Sept 14-16 in the Presqu'ile, Cobourg and Prince Edward Point region!

2012>. You can also print off and mail in the registration form at http://www.ofo.ca/convention/registrationform.php. If you have any questions, please email Lynne Freeman at lynnef.to@gmail.comor phone 416-463-9540. Book your OFO Convention registration now! We hope to see you there. Lynne Freem

[Ontbirds] OFO Convention 2011 in Point Pelee, Sept. 17-18: Still time to register

This is a reminder that if you have not yet registered but are still planning to attend the 2011 OFO Convention at Point Pelee on September 17 & 18 you need to register soon to ensure your place. Registration entitles you to attend the Saturday night Banquet and Program as well as the Saturday

[Ontbirds] Tundra Swans and Other Birds - Long Point and Nanticoke

Marsh. The species we noted were a Pintail, Redheads,Blue-winged Teal and American Wigeon. One of the highlights of the day was a River Otter ambling on the ice at the end of the pier at the Port Rowan Marina. Lynne Freeman and Ivor Williams