[mou-net] Immature Red Headed WP Anoka Co

2022-09-18 Thread Holly Peirson
Saw 1 immature Red-headed Woodpecker, briefly visited our seed feeder, around Sept 14-15. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co Powered by Cricket Wireless Original message From: Anne Hanley Date: 9/17/22 3:52 PM (GMT-06:00) To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] Red

[mou-net] Tufted Titmouse, SE Anoka Co

2022-08-15 Thread Holly Peirson
yard list! Now I have to read up to see if they disburse widely after nesting. Hmmm... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co General information and guidelines for posting: https://moumn.org/listservice.html Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html During the pandemic, th

[mou-net] Golden-winged Warbler singing on territory

2021-06-10 Thread Holly Peirson
"cool" was that!! Holly and Paul Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S7, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html During the pandemic, the MOU enc

Re: [mou-net] Sandhill Cranes

2020-03-19 Thread Holly Peirson
, and has been hiked quite often. Current conditions unknown, best to try contacting the WMA office before goind. As to Crex Meadows, I cannot for sure say there are trails, have not been there recently. Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. From: Minnesota Birds on beha

[mou-net] Carroll Henderson featured in ABA's Birding Magazine

2020-03-18 Thread Holly Peirson
d for. I am SO grateful to Carroll for not taking NO for an answer, when the opportunity arose for the DNR's Non-Game Wildlife (group? or just Carroll at that point?!) to begin the reintroduction. Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUB

Re: [mou-net] Northern Flicker

2020-03-16 Thread Holly Peirson
Very cool, eh?! We have had a flicker over-winter for several years. Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. 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 Western or Summer Tanager - Anoka County

2019-05-22 Thread Holly Peirson
epeat visit. My impression was of a bright yellow bird with a scarlet red head and tanager bill, but I missed whether it had wingbars. Paul said the yellow was more of a dull color, and the red went down into it's nape and breast. So, no specific ID, but sure was neat to see! Holly and Pa

Re: [mou-net] Ferruginous Hawk

2019-05-05 Thread Holly Peirson
Been driving back and forth to Colorado all April and into May... moving M-I-L to MN. On our trip east last Weds/Thurs, we saw quite a few Swainson's Hawks in migration, along I-80 & I-76. Holly and Paul Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S7, an AT&T 4G L

[mou-net] Sandhill Cranes & Red-Shouldered Hawk on the 1st Day of Spring!

2019-03-20 Thread Holly Peirson
Heard both spring indicator species today, about 3 hours before the beginning of spring! Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. 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] Common Redpolls - Anoka County

2019-03-17 Thread Holly Peirson
We've had redpolls for a few weeks, but no siskins!! Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. From: Minnesota Birds on behalf of Refsnider Sent: Saturday, March 16, 2019 6:28 PM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] Common Redpolls - Anoka County We

[mou-net] NICE issue of Minnesota Birding!

2018-11-02 Thread Holly Peirson
my design and editing skills, so I know that even if you're not out in the field actually looking at birds every day, there are ways to use your knowledge to help birds. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. 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] Any Great Grey Owls being seen in the Aitkin area?

2018-01-24 Thread Holly Peirson
We'll be fishing on Mille Lacs for the next week or so, and it would be nice to take a little side trip. Thank you in advance for any reports of owls and northern birds in that area. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mo

Re: [mou-net] Nesting? Black-and-white warbler near Stillwater

2017-06-06 Thread Holly Peirson
Hello; Back in the 1990's, I helped a U grad student with point counts for his thesis on urban sprawl. We found that several species of warblers were consistent nesters over several types of habitat: varying degrees of rural to somewhat suburban. Black and white is on that list. Holly Pe

[mou-net] Hooded Warbler, Black-billed Cuckoo, Ramsey County

2017-05-26 Thread Holly Peirson
There are both male and female Hooded Warblers at Comp Park's Outdoor Classroom area, as well as Black-billed Cuckoo, seen within the 1/2 hr, just NE of the outdoor memorial fireplace. PS: There are a lot of school children and buses in the park today! Holly and Paul Peirson Sent vi

Re: [mou-net] Red-necked Phalarope - Anoka County

2017-05-22 Thread Holly Peirson
Thank you, Eric, for these postings! We were lucky at all 3 stops, 190th, 165th, and in Forest Lake the turnstones are north of Lakeside Park, 3 docks up, but before a white fence. A spotted sandpiper was nearby, and nighthawks are migrating, too. Holly and Paul Peirson Original

Re: [mou-net] Killdeer

2017-04-25 Thread Holly Peirson
River (to Ortonville), then down the western edge of MN, and meandering across the southern and next to southern tiers of counties. Great trip! Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co 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] Brown Thrasher

2017-04-23 Thread Holly Peirson
Who are you? We saw several Brown Thrashers over the last week, when traveling and camping along the Minnesota River. Always love to hear their repetoir! Holly and Paul Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S7, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone Original mes

[mou-net] Marbled Godwits and Grebes sp., LQP Co.

2017-04-19 Thread Holly Peirson
Yesterday (Tues., 17th) there were 2 Marbled Godwits on mud flats on the SE side of the 119 bridge over head of Lac Qui Parle lake. A good mix of ducks on the Auto Tour route at Big Stone NWR, and both Horned and Eared Grebes on different parts of the Bowland's Slough complex. Holly and

[mou-net] Sandhills in our marsh - Robins in our fir

2017-04-10 Thread Holly Peirson
o restrict our activity on that side of the house again. The last 2 years the nest was predated by a jay. ah, spring, how puddle-wonderful! Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. 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] Sandhill Cranes

2017-03-19 Thread Holly Peirson
Could very well be! "Our" cranes that nest at Carlos Avery WMA near Forest Lake have been back for a couple of weeks already. They are loudly calling from the marshes in the area today. Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S7, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone Original message From: Susan G

[mou-net] American Bitterns calling at night in Anoka Co., near Carlos Avery WMA

2016-05-09 Thread Holly Peirson
Saturday and Sunday evenings. 2 birds each night. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Also, Tennessee, Ovenbird, and Yellow-rumped Warblers, and Swamp Sparrows have shown up this week. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

Re: [mou-net] American Avocet - Ramsey County

2015-08-10 Thread Holly Peirson
view!) Avocets are quite rare on the eastern side of MN. The bird is in either adult breeding or juvenile plumage; difficult to tell at that range but the throat and head were the light cinnamon color associated with breeding plumage. Bill and feet indistinguishable at that range. Holly Peirson

Re: [mou-net] smart phone bird apps

2015-05-31 Thread Holly Peirson
I have used both, and prefer the Sibley. It costs $ but the set-up is nice and shows most, if not all, of the plumages that are seen in the printed guide. The sound recordings are great for field reference, but one should not play them loud enough to get a response... Holly Peirson Columbus

[mou-net] Carlos Avery WMA, Anoka County

2015-04-16 Thread Holly Peirson
ng on western section of 205th ave. West of Wyoming. The east portion of 205th to pool 8 is in good condition. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. 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] Pelicans over Renaissance Festival

2014-09-06 Thread Holly Peirson
y incognito as I looked up - then I remembered! I had my sunglasses on, so they couldn't really tell what I was looking at!! Whew, that was a close one... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] Vikings stadium rejects bird-friendly glass

2014-07-30 Thread Holly Myhre-Anton
I too just wrote Governor Daytonit might help if others jumped in as well. C'mon everyone!!! Help the Birds!! ; ) Here is the link! http://mn.gov/governor/contact-us/form/ > Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 14:50:39 -0500 > From: u...@builtritehandlers.com > Subject: Re: [mou-net] Vikings stadium r

[mou-net] Albino red tail hawk eden prairie

2014-07-17 Thread Holly Straub
Just drove by and saw it perched on the freeway wall on southbound 494 between hwy 62 & valley view rd 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] Western Kingbirds Anoka Co.

2014-05-28 Thread Holly Myhre-Anton
Can I get some additional (directional) information about where the Kingbirds are located. I am fairly close and would love to see them. Thanks Much, HollyAndover, MN > Date: Wed, 28 May 2014 19:44:26 -0500 > From: es...@goldengate.net > Subject: Re: [mou-net] Western Kingbirds Anoka Co. > To: M

[mou-net] Orioles! Thrushes! Grosbeaks!

2014-05-08 Thread Holly Peirson
. This a.m., the orioles, an Ovenbird, and the grosbeaks were here. They knew exactly where to find the food, so they are return journeymen! ah, spring, when all is puddle wonderful... Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives

[mou-net] Eclipse

2014-04-15 Thread Holly Peirson
Awesome Eclipse tonight. Hope all owls are enjoying it... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co 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] Purple Finches!!

2014-04-01 Thread Holly Peirson
Today's additions are a small flock of purple finches to add to the multitudes of juncos. Sandhill Cranes and Canada Geese have been back for a week or more; Robins and Bluebirds flew in over the weekend. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.ed

[mou-net] No Snowy Owl in Chisago/Pine County on Sunday p.m.

2014-03-10 Thread Holly Peirson
Sunday p.m. we went to look for the Snowy Owl that was posted in Chisago/Pine county area, on Falcon Ave just west of I-35. No owl. But, we saw a nice flock of snow buntings! Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives

[mou-net] A travel puzzle for you!

2014-03-07 Thread Holly Peirson
, about 50 degrees early in the day (very uplifting!) but getting colder as we approached and entered Minnesota. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] snowy owl article in Washington Post

2014-02-17 Thread Holly Peirson
Yes, that was a good article. I believe, but am not 100% sure, that the photo of the lemmings beside the nest first appeared in a similar article on the Cornell Lab of Ornithology site, where you can also find some of the tracking maps that the group Scott Weidensaul is heading. Holly Peirson

[mou-net] Woodpecker Daze

2014-02-13 Thread Holly Peirson
r the woodpeckers and the other winter survivors. Trying to stay ahead of their appetites... Went out the other day and found that in their hunger they had torn the front off 1 of the feeders! The pileated's have also torn open a huge hole in a lightning-struck tree. Probably now a good place fo

[mou-net] Snowy Owl "story" overheard

2014-01-30 Thread Holly Peirson
esters, and all about the irruption this year. I also know they are usually loners when coming south. But: Are there any snowy owls near that intersection in Roseville, or nearby? Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archi

Re: [mou-net] Snowy Owl

2014-01-09 Thread Holly Myhre-Anton
ank a fellow birder, he reminded me to slow down and not get too close! In my (newbie) state I was so excited I kept stepping closer and closer! Thanks again, Tom!!! Such a thrill!!! Holly AntonAndover, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cg

[mou-net] 1st yard bird of 2014

2014-01-01 Thread Holly Peirson
at two, on separate feeders at once this a.m., and both were male. Over the last few weeks we have also seen a female. I've been careful to make sure to keep the suet feeders full, but having trouble finding "real" suet at the grocery stores. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co.

Re: [mou-net] No T. Solitaire or Snowy Owl (Hennepin Co.)

2013-12-27 Thread Holly Myhre-Anton
I also looked for the Townsend's Solitaire on the West River Rd side of the dam and did not see it anywhere. Thanks for the additional info Caleb!I did see a nice male Kingfisher on Ferry St. in Anoka behind the transformation house! For the Love of Birds!! Holly AntonAndover, MN > D

Re: [mou-net] Lackluster fall migration?

2013-10-21 Thread Holly Myhre-Anton
I am in Andover, MN and I agree! I have seen very little migratory birds this year! > Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2013 16:38:42 -0700 > From: birderbe...@yahoo.com > Subject: [mou-net] Lackluster fall migration? > To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU > > Does anyone else think that fall migration has been un-exciti

Re: [mou-net] Mystery wren captured on my backyard feeder cam

2013-09-12 Thread Holly Peirson
Interesting! Liz, would you let us know if you see it again, and whether the diagnoses were correct?!! Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Steve Weston Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2013 11:06 PM To: MOU

Re: [mou-net] Fwd: IBET FW: Update on Paton's Property in Patagonia, AZ

2013-08-16 Thread Holly Peirson
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I likewise had a great afternoon at Paton's in the mid-1990's while on a MBW trip to AZ. It was a WOW! Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lis

Re: [mou-net] RFI regarding Cedar Waxwing puzzle

2013-07-23 Thread Holly Myhre-Anton
s all very weird. Just thought I would share this happening from here in Minnesota!! Happy Birding!!Holly > Date: Tue, 23 Jul 2013 20:16:46 -0500 > From: bi...@moosewoods.us > Subject: [mou-net] RFI regarding Cedar Waxwing puzzle > To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU > > A friend ha

Re: [mou-net] Song research

2013-07-17 Thread Holly Peirson
e hottest days don't deter him!! Though I decided to take a day off today, he is still out there, going strong. Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Al Schirmacher Sent: Saturday, July 13, 2013 2:46 PM To: MOU-

Re: [mou-net] Most Surprising Bird?

2013-07-17 Thread Holly Peirson
The Wood Thrush singing in our woods, way after migration was over, so we know they are here for the summer! Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Al Schirmacher Sent: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 12:56 PM To: MOU-NET

Re: [mou-net] Are the cardinals redder?

2013-05-21 Thread Holly Myhre
I think it odd that you should say this.I was thinking that the Goldfinches were more yellow and bigger!!! 😁 TIA,Holly in Andover > Date: Tue, 21 May 2013 23:45:52 -0500 > From: leeprat...@msn.com > Subject: [mou-net] Are the cardinals redder? > To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU >

Re: [mou-net] Eastern Towhee Ramsey County

2013-04-30 Thread Holly Peirson
Was it tow- heeng a suitcase and headed north?? Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T Clay Christensen wrote: >We had an Eastern towhee singing "Drink your tea!" in our neighbor's fir tree >here in Lauderdale. It flew toward the south after 10-15 minutes. > > > >Last seen near the intersect

[mou-net] Great Diversity at feeders today

2013-04-18 Thread Holly Peirson
r will help them all get where they need to go... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] Robin Hordes in St. Paul/Bass Ponds today

2013-04-18 Thread Holly Myhre
Is it common for there to be this many Robins or is this year unusual? Holly :) > Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:14:32 -0500 > From: bobholt...@comcast.net > Subject: Re: [mou-net] Robin Hordes in St. Paul/Bass Ponds today > To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU > > Robins are eatin

[mou-net] Spring Birds are here

2013-04-15 Thread Holly Peirson
p, and leaving it open for the squirrels during the day... by chaining it closed. He tried several more times to open it, then gave up. Spring IS coming...! Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] First flocks of Tundra Swan returning over Carver County

2013-03-29 Thread Holly Peirson
Sandhill Cranes Tuesday or Wednesday. Red-Shouldered Hawks on Thursday. Smaller flock of Redpolls still here. Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. 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] Minneapolis City Council looking at trap & release of feral cats

2013-03-21 Thread Holly Peirson
back channel this discussion, please -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Chuck Cole Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2013 7:14 AM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: Re: [mou-net] Minneapolis City Council looking at trap & release of feral cats You

Re: [mou-net] Winter finches

2013-03-10 Thread Holly Peirson
My 70-120 redpolls are also gone. Hard to keep track, but there were days when 120 seemed low... The seed was only about 1/2 gone when I filled it this morning. Other days during the last few months it was completely empty in about 2 days!! Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. -Original Message

[mou-net] Looking for Judy Sparrow

2013-03-08 Thread Holly Peirson
Chase Davies would like to be contacted by Judy Sparrow, concerning a kit she may hold for the Youth Mentor Kit Program. Please respond back-channel to this email to CHASE, if you know Judy's current email address or telephone number. Thank you, Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co.

Re: [mou-net] Audubon Center in Warren

2013-03-07 Thread Holly Myhre
Redpolls still in Andover, MN-One city east of Anoka But I have only seen a few today. Holly Anton > Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2013 20:29:39 -0600 > From: bobholt...@comcast.net > Subject: Re: [mou-net] Audubon Center in Warren > To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU > > I still had Common

Re: [mou-net] Redpolls and Pine Siskins question

2013-03-07 Thread Holly Myhre
paid close attention. Cheers, Holly Anton > Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2013 20:43:20 -0600 > From: es...@goldengate.net > Subject: [mou-net] Redpolls and Pine Siskins question > To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU > > Throughout the winter I've had, pretty much daily, 4 to 8 Pine Siskins and, >

[mou-net] Belated Report? I-35E Eagles Build new nest...

2013-01-27 Thread Holly Peirson
winter when there are no leaves. I have not been down that stretch of the freeway for quite a while. It would sure have been fun to watch them build it! Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

Re: [mou-net] Birding: Swan ID

2012-11-16 Thread Holly Peirson
eters like small, still backwaters, while Tundras, when they rest, do so on large, open bodies of water (for protection from predators.) It's great that you became a member of the MOU! Also consider joining a local Audubon Society chapter; there are 3 in the TC metro area. Holly Peirson Colum

Re: [mou-net] Audio assistance

2012-10-16 Thread Holly Peirson
How about Raven? Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Al Schirmacher Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 9:54 AM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] Audio assistance This morning, while walking Blue

[mou-net] Mille Lacs Sunday - Bald Eagles

2012-10-15 Thread Holly Peirson
-- a flock went over when we were about 4-5 miles across the lake, one winter! The fish house has a painting of an eagle carrying off a fish under our name and house number. Holly Peirson Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.e

Re: [mou-net] Hennepin Cty: Great Horned Owl question

2012-07-27 Thread Holly Peirson
Calling back and forth to their young? Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T Judy Chucker wrote: >This evening starting at around 8:15, I heard the resident pair of Great >Horned Owls hooting back and forth. > >I thought they did most

Re: [mou-net] Cerulean

2012-05-29 Thread Holly Peirson
the female Brown-headed Cowbird in plain sight, because I knew what the male sounded like, and wouldn't she sound somewhat the same? Nope. Major chagrin... Likewise with the chattery call of the meadowlark, you are sure it's something else until you see them make it! Isn't it fascina

[mou-net] Unusual Warbler in my yard today -- Puzzle for you

2012-05-23 Thread Holly Peirson
-and-white. I wrote the description and impression of the song BEFORE looking in the book to confirm my thoughts, and before listening to the song in two different sources. I'm going out to get a better look, if I can. I DO have other things on the list today, but they've fallen by the

Re: [mou-net] Rock County Henslow's Sparrows and -- bird goings-on in SE Anoka Co

2012-05-20 Thread Holly Peirson
s around... !! Excuse me, gotta go, hearing an unusual blackbird calling near the marsh. Will report back if it's something noteworthy... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Shawn Conrad Sent: Sat

[mou-net] Warblers and Vireos -- it's a Wave!

2012-05-03 Thread Holly Peirson
just don't like it as well...! The Red-shouldered Hawk has built a new nest, almost visible from the porch, this year. They are kee-eeer-ing overhead quite frequently. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Arch

Re: [mou-net] Loon rowing activity

2012-04-19 Thread Holly Peirson
in fresh water...!! (I know, I know, unless they flew straight from there to here, that it's just a thought...!) Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] Hudsonian Godwits, Blue Earth County 4/15

2012-04-18 Thread Holly Peirson
First American or Painted Lady Butterfly today, seen fluttering over front walk. I didn't look close enough to tell which one it was. Hope to see it again tomorrow! Usually the first one I see is Mourning Cloak. Hmmm. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net:

Re: [mou-net] Birding Apps

2012-04-10 Thread Holly Peirson
Are you saying this app can be used on Android phones? If that is so, I will be downloading it to my Samsung Infuse phone - yet this evening... I can't tell by looking at the website... But the images and the write-up about it sure sound good. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. -Ori

Re: [mou-net] Getting to Carlos Avery

2012-04-05 Thread Holly Peirson
rest of us know what pools to look at! Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. PS: Stop for turtles, please! They are out now. I saw a lg. salad plate-sized box turtle on our road the other day. PPS: If you have time when done looking at the pools and checking the woodland sections for early arriv

[mou-net] Sandhill Cranes, Red-shouldered Hawk, Robins

2012-03-12 Thread Holly Peirson
and soaring all over the place in the last few days. Few owls calling at night, they are already sitting on eggs. Holly 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] Books on Birds, Birding

2012-03-11 Thread Holly Peirson
ho is writing about/researching birds, John K. Terres' "Encyclopedia of North American Birds." There are quite a few on my shelf that I have not finished so I can't review them, yet... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] Swans in Columbus, SE Anoka Co

2012-03-11 Thread Holly Peirson
discern, but these looked approx. twice the size of nearby c. geese... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. PS: Friday mid-day: Dark Morph Rough-legged Hawk seen on west side of I-35 just north of Pine City, approx. mile marker 173. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa

[mou-net] Are there any Snowy Owls still in the TC Metro Area? + Thanks to Duluth Birders

2012-03-10 Thread Holly Peirson
In response to family viewing my reading the article about irrupting snowies in the Natural History magazine that arrived yesterday, they asked where one might see a Snowy Owl. I said I would see if there are any still about. Please reply back-channel... Thanks much! Holly Peirson Columbus

[mou-net] Kestrel siting, Anoka Co.

2012-02-23 Thread Holly Peirson
Sited a hunting Am. Kestrel yesterday, at 2:30 p.m., on the wire near/over the south side of the I-35 freeway bridge at exit #129, for Hwy 97/Lake Drive. This is in Anoka Co, practically at the border with Washington Co. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co.

[mou-net] St. Paul Audubon's February March newsletter "The Cardinal"

2012-02-02 Thread Holly Peirson
St. Paul Audubon Society's February March "Cardinal" is available in PDF format, by going to www.stpaulaudubon.org You are welcome to attend member meetings and field trips -- all activities are open to everyone. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. (Editor) Join or Leav

[mou-net] Belated Reports (and some current)

2012-02-01 Thread Holly Peirson
ot off Cty 14. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] Threats against birders in Sax-Zim Bog

2012-01-03 Thread Holly Peirson
ason to need to stop and aggravate this person... Right?! Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Erika Sitz Sent: Monday, January 02, 2012 5:17 PM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: Re: [mou-net] Threats aga

[mou-net] Rusty Blackbirds

2011-11-04 Thread Holly Peirson
on or very near the eastern portion of Lamprey Pass WMA, with marshy low lands and somewhat higher wooded hunting land. I will watch for them this p.m. when I head back that way, but I would be surprised to find them still there. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co Join or Leave mou

Re: [mou-net] feather identification help wanted

2011-10-20 Thread Holly Peirson
Looks like an owl. Maybe Barred? Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co Chris Mansfield wrote: >Found in central Duluth, MN, October 18, 2011, in urban habitat with >ornamental trees including tall spruces: > >link<http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6rMmbCc2TZM/Tp9HYOPCdAI/AC4/S2

[mou-net] Apostle Islands, Labor Day Weekend

2011-09-06 Thread Holly Peirson
ut none of it spent in woods so no warbler waves... Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. 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] Carlos Avery Connecticut Warbler

2011-05-31 Thread Holly Peirson
hour times. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Jason Bolism Sent: Sunday, May 29, 2011 7:55 AM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] Carlos Avery Connecticut Warbler Yesterday at Carlos Avery -

[mou-net] In the Yard Sunday...

2011-05-01 Thread Holly Peirson
the rest. In my minds' eye I see a creamy streaked breast and belly, a long white eye stripe, fast, sure movements to grab food from the water and the mossy, water-soaked logs. It sure pays to know your songs. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://list

Re: [mou-net] yellow-rump at suet feeder--hennepin county

2011-04-21 Thread Holly Peirson
also find them eating last year's flower seeds just like a goldfinch or chickadee. That's why we see Tree Swallows earlier than other swallows, too. Holly Peirson SE Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of wickl...@umn.edu S

[mou-net] Out and About in SE Anoka and Washington Co's Today...

2011-04-06 Thread Holly Peirson
ale No. Harrier over WBL, too. * Frog began singing last Saturday, in all ponds, marshes, etc. as the ice melted in the shallower areas. Spring is here in the TC area. Soon to come to the north, too, we promise! Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http

Re: [mou-net] Pig's Eye Lake, Ramsey Co

2011-04-04 Thread Holly Peirson
A Maybe that's why I saw about 7 B. Eagles today as I drove from Columbus to White Bear Lk, and back again (may have seen same ones 2x). Only 2-3 of those are resident birds. They are on the move!! Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota

Re: [mou-net] Best Approach to birding Carlos Avery?

2011-04-04 Thread Holly Peirson
Take water and a snack. A full tank of gas. Your cell phone. Scope. Bird Guide. Frog sounds guide. Hat. Rain or wind gear. Shovel. Later in the season, bug repellent is a good idea. Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-

[mou-net] Pair of Eagles - Sittin' in a tree...

2011-03-29 Thread Holly Peirson
now, and I wouldn't like to think they like a spot right on this quite busy road... There are a couple of established nests in the area, but I'm going to be watching for construction activities now... Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. PS: Cranes, Eagles, Owls, Geese, Ducks, Red-winged Black

[mou-net] Sandhill Cranes in E Anoka/W Washington Counties

2011-03-16 Thread Holly Peirson
nice as today, we won't be out on it much longer! Also, many small batches of ducks and geese went over. For me, Sandhill Cranes are the birds that, as Aldo Leopold said so well: "make the spring." Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://list

Re: [mou-net] Stearns County Harrier

2011-02-15 Thread Holly Peirson
a bit! Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU] On Behalf Of Betsy Beneke Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2011 3:41 PM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] Stearns County Harrier I was surprised to see a male northern ha

[mou-net] Washington Co. Monday PM

2011-02-15 Thread Holly Peirson
On a ramble in the countryside (son's driving exercise) of Washington Co., just east of Manning Trail on Hwy 97, saw a flock of 20-30 Snow Buntings!! The only other birds seen were a lot of crows and one raptor, too far in distance to tell species. Holly Join or Leave mou-net:

Re: [mou-net] Stickney Road, Sax Zim

2011-02-14 Thread Holly Peirson
want the birds to be safe, too. Winter provides enough of a hardship for them. Today I've been watching the Barred Owl hunt near/under my feeders, where the vole tunnels are slowly being exposed due to snow melt. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota

Re: [mou-net] Deer Problems

2011-01-26 Thread Holly Peirson
g loved it She ate the plant I did the experiment on, so I figured the deer would, too. Returned it and got the pellets. Had to keep the remains of that plant out of her reach for over a month until the spray wore off. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. Now, about those voles... My owl famili

Re: [mou-net] woodpecker nictitating membranes

2011-01-03 Thread Holly Peirson
to catch it on film (so to speak). Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. -Original Message- From: Minnesota Birds [mailto:mou-...@lists.umn.edu] On Behalf Of dan&erika Sent: Monday, January 03, 2011 4:47 PM To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU Subject: [mou-net] woodpecker nictitating membranes Hi

Re: [mou-net] [mou-rba]

2011-01-03 Thread Holly Peirson
hile, I know what it takes to plan your time around getting that done. Thank you all very much for your time and dedication. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. 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] Grackle at feeder today

2010-12-27 Thread Holly Peirson
en to the racket as 100's of them sat in the trees overhead and then up and left in large groups. It took 15-20 minutes for the birds to move on and the noise to subside! Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Arch

[mou-net] Binocular Repair

2010-10-18 Thread Holly Peirson
Hello Minnesota & Western Wisconsin Birders: I am in need of the name/number of someone or a business that does binocular cleaning and repair, preferably in the Twin Cities area. Thanks to all who reply back-channel. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. hpbirdscou...@msn

Re: [mou-net] cleaning hummingbird feeders

2010-09-17 Thread Holly Peirson
Or you could use the old restaurant coffee pot cleaning method: put a little shaved or small pieces of ice in, along with some lemon juice, swirl it around a few times and then rinse with water. Works like a charm on cooked on coffee and other grime at the bottoms of jars. Holly Peirson Columbus

Re: [mou-net] close up look at Black-Crowned Night-Heron Minnehaha Creek, Minneapolis

2010-07-21 Thread Holly Peirson
no attention to boat traffic. Holly Peirson Columbus, Anoka Co. > Date: Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:54:17 -0500 > From: d...@mac.com > Subject: Re: [mou-net] close up look at Black-Crowned Night-Heron Minnehaha > Creek, Minneapolis > To: MOU-NET@LISTS.UMN.EDU > > Years a

[mou-net] Bobolink!

2010-07-07 Thread Holly Peirson
to support all this wildlife! Holly Peirson Columbus, SE Anoka Co. 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] RFI: Carlos Avery cranes

2010-07-02 Thread Holly Peirson
t place to see them is not on the south side of Hwy 18, but just to the WNW of or around Pool 4, where they did some prescribed burning a few years ago. At least, that is where I recently saw 20-30, feeding in the wet marsh there. That's the long answer... Holly Peirson Col

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