Re: [mou-net] Wayzata Bay

. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN > On Dec 4, 2023, at 12:12 PM, Kim R Eckert wrote: > > Based on today's and other recent reports on mou-net, there is little or no > doubt in my mind that the posting of a second-hand report a few days ago > about “thousands" of Common

[mou-net] Ross's Goose? - Hennepin Co

expected for a pure Snow Goose. Further study is underway. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN General information and guidelines for posting: https://moumn.org/listservice.html Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html During the pandemic, the MOU encourages you to stay safe, practice

[mou-net] Ross's Goose - Hennepin County

There is currently a single immature Ross’s Goose grazing amongst a large group of Canada Geese in Brookview Park, Golden Valley. Lots of dog walkers nearby, so not sure how long it will hang around. Best access is from Western Avenue west of Winnetka Ave south of Hwy 55. Howard Towle Golden

Re: [mou-net] Brown booby update

No sightings since about 10:30 this morning when it was seen flying downriver. Still a few diehards out searching. Howard > On Aug 15, 2022, at 12:26 PM, Kim Eckert wrote: > > Just received some texts from Linda Sparling that the bird is still being > seen in Winona Monday morning but at a dif

[mou-net] Hooded Warbler - Watonwan Co

I just observed a Hooded Warbler at Eagles Nest Co Pk in Watonwan Co (1st county record?). Take the first right road as you enter park & go to the loop at end of the road. Bird was singing classic HOWA song for over 30 minutes in woods around the loop. Also observed earlier this morning were two la

[mou-net] Black-necked Stilt - Swift Co

Willets. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Buff-breasted Sandpiper - Meeker Co

In a muddy flooded spot on the SE corner of Co Rd 11 & 545 Ave, there are 5 Buff-breasted Sandpipers, as well as a Stilt Sandpiper and several other shorebirds. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives:

[mou-net] Common Gallinule - Nicollet Co

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Re: [mou-net] Mower Sc-tailed Flycatcher

e others who have posted about the bird. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN > On Jun 26, 2017, at 10:27 AM, PeteandDeb Hoeger-Lerdal > wrote: > > Refound several times by several observers this morning between 8-10:15 on > and around cell tower on 680th Ave. just north of MN 16 ne

[mou-net] Willets - Scott Co

In addition to the White-faced Ibis found yesterday by Cara Cox at Marsh WMA, 21 Willets are currently clustered in a tight group along the north shore. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Black-crowned Night-Heron - Hennepin Co

quite easy to see at this time before leaf out. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Black Scoter - Dakota Co

The Black Scoter found at Black Dog Lake by Herb Dingmann yesterday is present this afternoon. The bird was seen east of the outlet actively diving amidst a large group of Common Mergansers & Goldeneyes. A scope is probably needed to ID it. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave

[mou-net] Surf Scoter - Hennepin Co

Currently looking at a female/immature Surf Scoter on Lake Independence in western Hennepin Co. Bird is on east side of lake and most easily seen from boat launch area of Baker Park Reserve (scope needed to see well). Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] Summer Tanager - Steele Co

could keep it in the area. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Buff-breasted Sandpiper - Wright Co

Bob Ekblad and I relocated the BBSAs found by Doug Kieser yesterday evening in the southwest corner of Wright Co. The birds were slightly east of the location described by Doug on the east side of Platt Ave SW just south of 110th St SW. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net

[mou-net] Red Lake Co Big Day

single bird. And of course, as in any Big Day, there were some aggravating misses including Turkey Vulture, Sedge Wren, Greater Yellowlegs and Common Nighthawk. We finished the day at 10:40 PM with a Great Horned Owl and several displaying American Woodcock. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou-net] Am Avocet/Willet - Stevens Co

There were two (possibly three) American Avocets and a Willet at the far north end of Clear Lake today in Stevens County. Clear Lake is 8 miles west of Morris on CR 28 and then 0.5 mile south on 560th Ave. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin

[mou-net] Ivory Gull update

The Ivory Gull is present & cooperative again this Sunday morning (8:15-9:00 AM) at Canal Park in Duluth. Thanks to all who have posted. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Black-billed Magpie - Traverse Co

somewhat out-of-range. There appears to be only one other report of Black-billed Magpie for Traverse Co from Oct 18-19, 1942. It would interesting to know if this was just a sporadic sighting or whether they might be establishing a colony here. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave

[mou-net] Yellow-breasted Chat - Olmsted Co - Update

The Yellow-breasted Chat found by Doug Kieser on 6/21 in Olmsted Co was seen today from 12:30-1:00 at the same spot. The bird was silent for the 1.5 hours I was there. The three times I observed it, it was carrying an insect, suggesting there might be an active nest. Howard Towle Golden Valley

[mou-net] Common Gallinule - Todd Co

At least one juvenile Common Gallinule remains at the spot found by Ben Fritchman northeast of Long Prairie. Thanks to Scott Dirks for excellent directions. Howard Towle Doug Kieser Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Least Tern - Rock Co

The Least Tern found this evening by Herb Dingmann just east of Luverne was present from 7:55-8:15 PM. It spent most of the time flying & dive fishing before settling down on the far shore amongst the shorebirds. Directions posted by Ron are spot on. Thanks, Herb (& Ron)! Howard Towl

[mou-net] Cinnamon Teal - McLeod Co

After an absence over 2 hr, the Cinnamon Teal reappeared in the puddle along 75th St, just north of Hwy 212, east of Stewart, at 4:50 PM. Tx to all the earlier posters. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http

[mou-net] White-winged Scoter - Hennepin Co

just south of Plymouth Avenue. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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

Re: [mou-net] Ross's Goose - Hopkins

The Hopkins Ross's Goose is currently (9:30 AM) feeding in a grassy area at Meadow Creek Condos on the corner of 9th Ave So & Westbrooke Way. There is a small municipal parking area across the street for viewing, Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN > On Oct 23, 2013, at 9:09 PM, Su

[mou-net] Mute Swan - Steele Co

A Mute Swan was present around noon today at Lake Kohlmeier in Owatonna - Steele Co. Also several Cackling Geese mixed in the the large flock of Canada Geese. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu

[mou-net] Traverse / Grant Co Shorebirds

ot for shorebirds over the next few weeks with extensive mudflats and accessible viewing. This area is just east of Co 4 & north of I-94 about 2 miles west and 1 mile south of Ashby (there is no I-94 exit at Co Rd 4). Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn

[mou-net] Blue Grosbeak - Blue Earth Co

, suggesting an active nest might be present. Thanks for the posting, Chad. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Barrow's Goldeneye - Anoka/Hennepin Co

A male Barrow's Goldeneye was present this afternoon ~3-4:30 at Coon Rapids Dam, first spotted by Jim Ryan. Also present were 2 Red-necked Grebes & 3 Eared Grebes. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archi

[mou-net] Wabasha Harlequin - still present

The Harlequin Duck first reported on 1/5 at Lock & Dam #4 on the Mississippi River was present this morning from 10-11. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Lk Minnetonka Mergansers

Over 7000 Common Mergansers were counted yesterday on the Excelsior CBC. They were accompanied by approximately 800 Common Goldeneyes and 23 Bald Eagles. Most of the birds were counted from the marina along Smiths Bay. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http

[mou-net] Red Crossbills - Hennepin Co

year. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Common Gallinule Update - Wright Co

, as you will be looking east. Thanks for the post and great directions! Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] eBird App Endorsement

e app. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Yellow-billed Cuckoo - Hennepin Co

In addition to Steve Greenfield's cooperative Connecticut Warbler and Canada Warbler and Connie Brunell's Acadian Flycatcher, there were at least two and possibly three vocal Yellow-billed Cuckoos at Roberts Sanctuary this late morning. All birds were closest to the eastern entranc

[mou-net] White-winged Dove - update

The Lewiston White-winged Dove was redound at noon near the Community Center Bldg. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Townsend's Solitaire - Wright Co

Townsend's Solitaire observed at ~11:30 at Montissippi Park (just NW of Monticello) in Wright Co. Bird was by the paved trail that runs along the river from the sliding hill parking lot. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mo

[mou-net] Iceland Gull - Dakota/Hennepin

The first year Iceland Gull was present at the west Black Dog Lake outlet at 1:15 this afternoon (1/3). Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Townsend's Solitaire - Sherburne Co

I found a single Townsend's Solitaire this afternoon at the Ann Lake location in Sherburne Co described by Pastor Al in an earlier post (11/29). The bird was approximately 1/4 mile south of the parking lot, alternating between feeding in the cedars and perching atop the deciduous trees. H

[mou-net] Excelsior CBC - Carver Park

. You can participate for a half or full day. If you are interested in participating, you should contact Judy Voigt Englund, the naturalist at Lowry, to let her know you are coming. Judy's email address is:jvengl...@threeriversparkdistrict.org Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or

[mou-net] Moorhen Update - Hennepin Co

The Common Moorhen was north of floating walkway at north end of Veterans Park at 2:50. Howard Towle Golden Valley,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] Common Moorhen - Hennepin

Scott Meyer just called me to report that he had found a Common Moorhen at Veteran's Park in Richfield. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Short-eared Owl - Hennepin Co

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[mou-net] Harlequin Duck Update - Scott Co

The first year male Harlequin Duck reported by Craig Mandel was present this morning (12/29) at Blue Lake. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Excelsior CBC - Carver Park

Saturday. Bring a lunch - warm drinks will be provided. If you are interested in participating, you should contact Judy Voigt Englund, the naturalist at Lowry, to let her know you are coming. Judy's email address is: jvengl...@threeriversparkdistrict.org Howard Towle Golden Valle

[mou-net] Cinnamon Teal Present

The Carver Co CITE is still present on Saturday morning as previously described. Howard Towle 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] Excelsior CBC - Lowry Nature Center

Saturday. Bring a lunch - warm drinks will be provided. If you are interested in participating, you should contact Judy Voigt- Englund, the naturalist at Lowry, to let her know you are coming. You can call the nature center at: 763-694-7650. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Join or Leave

[mou-net] Mute Swan - Hennepin Co

. There were no signs of clipped wings or tags evident. Hence, I suspect that this is a wild bird. Also present were a number of Cackling Geese. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN Directions: Enter Lake Rebecca Park from County Road 50 just south of Highway 55 and turn right. Park at the top of

[mou-net] Mockingbird - Wright Co

Lake along a lightly traveled dirt road. I've attached a Google map of the location for those interested. Seems to be a good year for mockingbirds in MN. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&z=16&ie=UTF8&q=45.15903+-93.71655 Howard Towle Golden Valley, M

[mou-net] Steele Co Whooping Cranes: Update

The two Whooping Cranes reported this morning from just south of Owatonna were still present this evening at 6:30 PM in the same field. Does anyone know the origin of these birds? Are they part of the Wisconsin flock that overshot their mark? Thanks Ken! Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou-net] Townsend's Solitaire Update - Hennepin Co

t in the spruces just east of Rattail Lk was a large flock (~60) of White-winged Crossbills. Howard Towle Golden Valley, 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] Whimbrels - Hennepin Co

blind on the southwestern side of the area. Hopefully, they will stick around for a bit! Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Hennepin Bell's Vireo - Update

This guy seems to be on territory and, as far as I could see, it was another case of unrequited love. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN ** Pasted from Paul Budde's message: Still present today at 11 AM, in the previously described location. From 54th St and La

[mou] Hennepin BB Plover Still Present

The Black-bellied Plover reported by Drew yesterday at Purgatory Creek was still present this evening at 8:00 PM and looking pretty contented there. Great looks at this gorgeous bird from the blind! Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Dickcissel - Hennepin Co

On Sunday (6/10) I observed two Dickcissels along Tessmer Rd about 0.5-0.6 miles west of Co Rd 19 in northwestern Hennepin County - one of the last unpaved roads in the county. This spot is in northwestern Corcoran Township, just south of Crow-Hassan Park. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Purgatory Cr - Hennepin

a work day! Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Snow Goose - Hennepin

k of Rusty Blackbirds, several Hermit Thrush and a single Yellow-rumped Warbler. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Eurasian Wigeon Update - Hennepin Co

The male Eurasian Wigeon found by Art Braun earlier on Sunday on Hyland Lake was still present at dusk. The bird was on the southwest arm of the lake. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Red Crossbills - Hennepin Co

nice fall afternoon. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Purgatory Cr Shorebirds-Correction

In my excitement, I'm afraid I elevated the very nice Wilson's Phalarope that I saw last evening at Purgatory Creek Wetland to a Wilson's Plover (I wish). Sorry about any confusion. Howard Towle Original Message: I arrived at the Purgatory Creek Wetland area in Eden Prarie ab

[mou] Purgatory Cr Shorebird Follow-up

shorebird-deprived Hennepin County. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Elm Creek Whip-poor-will

guess no more then 25-50 yards away). Thanks to Warren for the nice directions on a bird I never thought I'd encounter in increasingly developed Hennepin County. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] Early Magnolia Warbler - Anoka Co

ts id. This date is a full two weeks earlier than the previous early record for this species according to the information that I have. Maybe a harbinger of things to come this Spring? The bird was seen about 1/2 mile west of the intersection of Zodiac and the main interior road of Carlos Avery. H

[mou] Excelsior CBC - Green Heron

Lark. The Horned Lark, found by Jerry Bonkoski, was the first on the Excelsior CBC since 1974 and with the rate the suburbs are spreading, who knows when the next will be found. Good birding, Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN

[mou] [mnbird] Excelsior CBC - Help Needed

time of year observed between today (12/15) and next Tuesday (12/21). If you would like to be a feeder-watcher and report your yard birds for Saturday, contact me. Howard Towle Golden Valley, MN 763-545-5458 to...@mail.ahc.umn.edu