Hi all: At this time of year, its nice to think about great birds of the past and the new challenges ahead. I wanted to give some followup and challenges that lie ahead in the San Luis Valley.
Scott's Oriole was a wonderful surprise bird of the 2009 Convention. Was this sighting more accidental or does this bird possibly breed in the area? A number of us returned to John James Canyon during the summer and birded bottom to top, but alas, had no luck refinding the bird. That does not mean its not in there. Just that we have not found it. Its a large area. This is a good one to pursue for all who might venture this way in 2010. Let me know what you find. Grace's Warbler is rare in the SLV yet was found at Mogote Campground. After the convention, John Stump was able to view it for a week afterwards. Then it vanished. John and I spent a number of trips in the Conejos Canyon at likely spots but were unable to find more. We do have plans to continue the search and if any of you have success, please let us know. Our best find in our searches was a Veery at the River Springs Guard Station....a rare species in this area. Finally, the Valley is so large that we are having trouble getting folks to complete the Atlas II project. I know some of you have already signed up for blocks, but we could always use more help. If you are so inclined, please help by taking one on.....thanks. Best wishes to all.....great to see you last May! John Rawinski -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds". To post to this group, send email to cobirds@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to cobirds+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/cobirds?hl=en?hl=en Visit the CFO Website at: www.cfo-link.org
