[mou-net] Aitkin County Boreal Owl

but it is always a treat to find such a cool bird close to home. Cindy Risen Sent from Mail for Windows 10 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] C. Eiders

Seen at 1:20 near 23rd and Water St. 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] Nighthawks

Here in Aitkin County, the largest flight of Common Nighthawks that I have observed was on the 22nd. I didn’t count them but there were several hundred birds flying in flocks around the Big Sandy Lake area. Cindy Risen crisen...@gmail.com Tamarack, Aitkin County, MN PS – if anyone

[mou-net] Aitkin County Hawk Owl

and Dark-eyed Junco. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County, MN 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] Aitkin county Snowy Owl

There was a Snowy Owl near the airport in McGregor, Aitkin County this morning and afternoon. Kim Cindy Risen 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] Aitkin County Boreal Owl

Hawk Owl about 10 miles south of McGregor on Hwy 65. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Eastern Aitkin County, MN NatureScape Tours 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] Aitkin County Hawk Owl

There was a Hawk Owl about 1/2 mile E of Tamarack on Hwy 210 on Tues, but was unable to find it again yesterday. I will post if I see it again. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Eastern Aitkin County Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Aitkin County Great Gray Owl

This morning I saw a Great Gray Owl north of Tamarack in eastern Aitkin County. Also, there were several Rough-legged Hawks and I have had a few Pine and Evening Grosbeaks at my feeders. Cindy Risen Tamarack, E. Aitkin County, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] Dickcissels and Bells Vireo

All the reports of Dickcissel’s and Vireos reminded me that while Kim was leading a tour this past week, he found several Bell’s Vireo and many Dickcissel in the Weaver Dunes area. Cindy Risen Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] Thank you

Thank you to all the birders who sent me directions to the warblers, I really appreciate it. Cindy Risen 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] Aitkin Co Great Grey Owl

Kim was leading a group this morning and found a Great Grey Owl actively hunting in the bog on the north side of the Hedbom Forest Road. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou

[mou-net] Help with Hooded Warbler location?

will be in the area tomorrow. Thanks for your help. Cindy Risen Tamarack, MN 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] Aitkin Co Great Grey Owl

I saw a Great Grey Owl on my way to work this morning, along Kestrel Ave north of Tamarack. Cindy Risen 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] Aitkin County Snowy Owl

Saw a Snowy Owl about 1 mile east of McGregor in Aitkin County this afternoon Cindy Risen Tamarack, MN 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] Evening Grosbeaks

and Goldfinch. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County, MN www.naturescapetours.com Kim Risen, specializing in birding tours locally and around the world 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] Jaeger update - not

We spent most the day looking for the LT Jaeger on Monday, but didn't see it. We did see a first winter Sabine's Gull at headquarters pool, Red-necked Phalarope, a few shorebirds. Mostly L G Yellowlegs, Semi's and Least Sandpipers and a small flock of Stilt Sandpiper. Kim and Cindy Risen

[mou] Park Point Aitkin County book

habitat protection and to foster the public's use and enjoyment of the Rice Lake Refuge. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the book go into a fund to be used to print the second edition. Please note: Cindy and I do NOT receive any benefit from the sales of these books. Kim Cindy Risen

[mou] NE Aitkin County

of Gun Lake). Hope this answers everybody's questions. See you in the field. Until then...Good Birding! Kim Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County www.naturescapenews.com

[mou] Aitkin County Birding

Greetings from Snowy NE Aitkin County! Having read, and agreed, with the Martin's post, I thought I better post an update on the birds in Aitkin County. On January 1st, Cindy, Warren Nelson and I made a circuit through northern Aitkin County starting along CR 1, going north to CR 3, west five

[mou] Hedbom Forest Road

Hello All, As the holiday weekend is upon us once again, I though I would update everyone on the status of birding along the Hedbom Forest Road in NE Aitkin County. Today, Friday, there were two different Great Gray Owls seen. One on the western end of the 'woodpecker area' about 1.3 miles

[mou] Hedbom Forest Road Update

Hello All, Birding along the Hedbom Forest Road in NE Aitkin County over the holiday weekend continued to be rewarding. Great Gray Owl has been seen daily. Most sightings this weekend were between 1.5 and 3 miles west of the St. Louis County Line or, if using a map, just east and just west of

[mou] Hedbom revisited (literally!)

Rough-legged Hawk - 2 Bald Eagle -3 Pileated Woodpecker - 1 Black-capped Chickadee - stopped keeping an actual count as there were LOADS of them coming in to pishing. American Goldfinch - 2 Crow - no #'s Raven - no #'s Have a great day! Kim Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County www.naturescapenews.com

[mou] Hedbom Forest Road

we are hoping they are a pair that will stick around to breed. Please use appropriate cautions. Thank You! Good luck to all of you who make it up to our neck of the woods. It's a great place to bird. Let us know how you did. Hope to see you in the field. Until then...Good Birding! Kim Cindy

[mou] Townsend's Solitaire Mille Lacs

There was a Townsend's Solitaire this afternoon about 1/2 mile south of Eddy's resort on Mille Lacs CR 35. Lots of loons, mergansers, snow buntings, Bonaparte's gulls, Wilson's snipe and one greater yellowlegs along with expected stuff. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County

[mou] Duluth: no rarities; Erie Pier update

had no concerns. Access is as it was in the past--park at the yellow gate and walk in. Looking at their plans for the impoundment, there should be good mud-flat areas in the eastern end...as long as it goes according to plan. Hope this helps, Kim Cindy Risen Tamarack, MN

[mou] Summer photo update

the photos at: www.naturescapenews.com/risengallery/index.htm Enjoy! Talk to you all soon. Until then...Good Birding! Kim Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County www.naturescapenews.com

[mou] mockingbird Aitkin Co

crossing the road. I look forward to seeing some of you at the McGregor Birding Festival in a couple of weeks. June 8-11, with lots of trips, fun, programs and friends. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Eastern Aitkin County www.naturescapenews.com

[mou] CW Co Willets and Aitkin Co birds

out the information at www.mcgregormn.com or follow the links at our web site. Kim is still updating the website with final information about the activities so check back again next week for more details. Hope to see some of you there. Cindy Risen Tamarack, eastern Aitkin County

[mou] correct white robin url

hope this works for you. Cindy Risen Tamarack, eastern Aitkin County

[mou] Weekend Travels

and Kim saw a Snowy Owl south of Palisade on Friday. This morning though, the Eastern Phoebe sings constantly from the backyard and a pair of Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers performed their version of dueling drumbeats. (The one using the top of the Wood Duck house won.) Cindy Risen Tamarack, Eastern

[mou] Aitkin Co owls and more

Horned Owls west of McGregor along Hwy 210. Good winter birding in eastern Aitkin County. Have fun. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County, Minnesota www.naturescapenews.com

[mou] Aitkin Co Snowy Owl

Hi There is also a Snowy Owl being seen just south of Tamarack in eastern Aitkin Co. - they seem to be showing up all over the state. Cindy Risen Tamarack, Aitkin County

[mou] MOU Northshore outing

Hello All, The appearance of a Black-throated Gray Warbler in Northeastern MN gives me another chance to plug the MOU field-trip along the North Shore of Lake Superior this weekend=2E It looks like our weather is going to be just perfect and the chances for something exciting lurks around every

[mou] MOU Field Trip - The North Shore - October 15-16

Hello All! I just want to echo Tom's call for birders for this weekend's jaunt along the scenic Northshore=2E The middle of October has been a traditional weekend for rarities--the adventures of one such weekend can be found in an old copy of 'The Loon' under the title 'The Ides of October'=2E

[mou] MOU Field Trip - The North Shore - October 15-16

Hello All! I just want to echo Tom's call for birders for this weekend's jaunt along the scenic Northshore=2E The middle of October has been a traditional weekend for rarities--the adventures of one such weekend can be found in an old copy of 'The Loon' under the title 'The Ides of October'=2E