The herons are back

We were only 5 today as one of our party had a Owlie after spending to much time on the mainland. The weather was warm and we managed to dodge most of the wet stuff and at the end of the day the sun shone and we were all smiles. Our swan count went up…

Dear Birders Four D’s and a E, it is possible that these were my grades when I left school back in England many moons ago, but no, these are the first initials of the participants in this weeks survey. While 2 D’s and an E kept watch for birds, two D’s were doing a crossword;…

Hi Birders Due to the winter falling on a Wednesday again this year the count was canceled. Winter came on the 12th last year, so take it from me that winter is late this year. It is time for reflection with our count, the Raptor count has got off to a good start although the…

Hi Birders It always amazes me that so many weather forecasters can only get get conditions right about once a week, well much to our delight their forecast of rain on Wednesday did not materialize. Six eager beavers set out and it was not long before we were adding Canada Geese to our list and…

              This weeks count was supposed to have sunshine and showers but it turned out to be one long shower from start to finish. Bird numbers was very good considering the rain with the raptors coming through big time. Another 3 Peregrine Falcon day, 2 American Kestrels and several…

  Because i am sick with a bug and was unable to attend yesterdays festivities please find this weeks write up entitled. ” In their own words” Dorothy: Our day began with a big disappointment – an email from Derrick claiming to be too sick to lead our group and not wanting to spread the…