Once we learned of the "secret" location of the Black Scoter Su Snyder found- the word spread. By the time Bianca Davis, Greg Miller, and the rest of our troups arrive, Bob Lane (in center with scope) and Su were getting others on the bird. ... 
Here is what we were looking for- and a good reminder: BUY DUCK STAMPS TO SAVE HABITAT! 
Yes, that is Dave "Loopy" Lewis and Laurie bundled up against the chilly wind. It was so cold they left Bobb the Chipmunk in the car.
Friends Hugh and Judy were along, also anxious to see a few good birds after a long day working the booth for Black Swamp Bird Conservatory.
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I don't have many photos to share from this year's event as it all went by in a blur.
However, this Screech Owl caught my eye long enough to get one photo-...
I am sure there will be loads of other good posts- by speakers Jim McCormac, Greg Miller (check out his new site!), Kim Kaufman... and who knows what photographer Dave Lewis will post!
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Shreve is always a fun family event- and I encourage you to visit next year- if you weren't able to catch our act in person this year!
"Once we learned of the "secret" location of the Black Scoter Su Snyder found- the word spread." - This is what makes birding so exciting! Shortly after a sighting, there are masses of cars on the side of the road. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteToo bad I couldn't attend this year - I don't have any scoters in Ohio, and that would have been a great bird. Would have liked to have heard Kim's talk, too. Ah, well - there's always one that gets away, isn't there?
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Cheryl: Thanks for speaking yesterday and helping make the day a success. I didn't find the Black Scoter--just re-found it. It was first seen by 2 local young birders on Friday along a different road. Su
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ReplyDeleteMike - you gotta love the thrill of the chase!
ReplyDeleteKathi- I got a spare bedroom- mark 2012 on the calendar!
Su- You ARE the Wooster area birding connection!