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20 Nov Platte River area 88th-104th [Lou Mazzola ] 20 Nov Barrow's Goldeney @ Larrimer Co. ["dixie_smith500" ] 20 Nov Colorado Bird Alert for November 20, 2009 [] 20 Nov Canvasback in Adams ["Marcia" ] 19 Nov Chatfield State Park Thursday afternoon [Terry Michaels ] 19 Nov Warren Lake, Larimer County [Gary Weston ] 19 Nov A Visit to Boliva with John Drummond [Gary Weston ] 19 Nov Rare Bird Alert for November 19, 2009 [] 19 Nov Clark's Grebe in Denver and Canvasback in Adams ["Marcia" ] 18 Nov Broomfield, Boulder, Arapahoe Ctys [Rebecca Kosten ] 18 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 18, 2009 [] 17 Nov White-winged Scoter at Warren Lake, Common Loons at Aurora Reservoir ["Jacob Washburn" ] 17 Nov Common Loons, Bonaparte's Gulls at Cherry Creek State Park ["Jacob Washburn" ] 17 Nov Larimer Co. Highlights ["dixie_smith500" ] 17 Nov Douglas County [Gary Weston ] 17 Nov Douglas & Larimer Ctys [Rebecca Kosten ] 17 Nov White-throated Sparrow ["Carol Sullivan" ] 17 Nov This week's Statewide Bird Trips [] 17 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 17, 2009 [] 16 Nov Harris's Sparrow & Marsh Wren still at Plaster Reservoir, Broomfield County [Richard Stevens ] 16 Nov Common Loon @ Ft. Collins ["dixie_smith500" ] 16 Nov Some Monday bird sightings: Arapahoe & Larimer Counties ["sueehlmann AT juno.com" ] 16 Nov Western Gull @ Larimer Co. ["dixie_smith500" ] 16 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 16, 2009 [] 15 Nov White-throated Sparrow/Larimer county ["Carol Sullivan" ] 15 Nov Jefferson/Douglas and Pueblo Ctys [Rebecca Kosten ] 15 Nov Sunday morning at Barr Lake [Richard Stevens ] 15 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 15, 2009 [Richard Stevens ] 14 Nov A few Metro Lakes this Saturday! [Richard Stevens ] 15 Nov "Nunn Guy" and Cheyenne Audubon Bird Trip (Scoters!)/Larimer ["Gary" ] 14 Nov New yard bird! [Polly Neldner ] 14 Nov Parasitic Jaeger at Pueblo Lake State Park [Jerry Petroski ] 14 Nov Aurora Res. Arapahoe County [Jerry Petroski ] 14 Nov Chatfield State Park, Jefferson & Douglas Counties [Terry Michaels ] 14 Nov White-throated Sparrow @ Larimer Co. ["dixie_smith500" ] 14 Nov Pine Valley Ranch Park, not a creek but S. Platte River [Bryan Ehlmann ] 14 Nov More Cherry Creek Reservoir gulls, yesterday [Richard Stevens ] 14 Nov Birding This Week [Richard Stevens ] 14 Nov Castlewood Canyon [Connie Kogler ] 14 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 14, 2009 [] 13 Nov Re: Cherry Creek Reservoir and Lakecrest ["defrowe75" ] 13 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 13, 2009 [] 13 Nov Christmas Bird Counts ["Gary" ] 12 Nov Douglas and Jefferson County [Rebecca Kosten ] 12 Nov Ptarmigan (Clear Creek) & Greater Sage Grouse (Jackson) searches [] 12 Nov Rare Bird Alert for November 12, 2009 [] 11 Nov Three Surf Scoters/North Poudre Reservoir #3 ["Gary" ] 11 Nov Weld and Larimer Co. ["dixie_smith500" ] 11 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 11, 2009 [Richard Stevens ] 10 Nov Cherry Creek Reservoir and Lakecrest [Richard Stevens ] 10 Nov Summit County [Gary Zeeto ] 10 Nov Plaster Reservoir [Lou Mazzola ] 10 Nov Broomfield and Boulder Ctys [Rebecca Kosten ] 10 Nov Arapahoe, Jefferson & Douglas Ctys Tuesday birds [Rebecca Kosten ] 10 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 10, 2009 [Richard Stevens ] 9 Nov Update on Jason Cooper [Richard Stevens ] 9 Nov Adams County Birding [Richard Stevens ] 9 Nov Aurora and Chatfield Res. [Terry Michaels ] 9 Nov Red throated Loon at Pueblo Lake State Park [Bryan Ehlmann ] 9 Nov Harris's Sparrow near Plaster Reservoir [Bryan Ehlmann ] 9 Nov Cherry Creek and Aurora Reservoirs [Jerry Petroski ] 9 Nov Arapahoe, Broomfield & El Paso Ctys [Rebecca Kosten ] 09 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 9, 2009 [] 8 Nov Cherry Creek Reservoir Sunday and Saturday's birds [Richard Stevens ] 8 Nov Denver and Boulder County Sightings, Sunday ["sueehlmann AT juno.com" ] 08 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 8, 2009 [] 08 Nov Red-breasted Nuthatch, Mountain Chickadee at Arvada ["Marcia" ] 07 Nov Surf Scoters @ Larimer Co. ["dixie_smith500" ] 7 Nov Jefferson, Denver, El Paso & Boulder Counties [Gary Weston ] 7 Nov Rocky Mountain Arsenal, Adams County [Gary Weston ] 7 Nov Jacob Cooper still ill.......... [Gary Weston ] 7 Nov Chatfield State Park Jefferson & Douglas Counties [Terry Michaels ] 07 Nov Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 6, 2009 [] 6 Nov Barr Lake and Cherry Creek Reservoir on Friday [Richard Stevens ] 6 Nov Krider's juvenile red-tailed hawk ["Mary France" ] 06 Nov Krider's form of Red-tailed Hawk @ Weld Co. ["dixie_smith500" ] Subject: Platte River area 88th-104th From: Lou Mazzola <mazzolacornoil AT yahoo.com> Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:23:12 -0800 (PST) Today I rode my bicycle 20 miles going from E. 104th to almost downtown and back on the Platte River concrete trail. I also took the time to bird, especially along 104th down to 88th, checking out the various lakes and ponds along the way as well as the river itself. Between 88th and 104th I counted 7 hooded mergansers, 3 common goldeneye, several coots, redheaded ducks, several gadwall, 2 pied billed grebes, 2 Western grebes, one eared grebe, several mallards, 20 Northern pintails, 20 wigeon, 2 lesser scaup, 1 great blue heron, 1 canvasback, 20 Northern shoveler, 3 red tailed hawks, 3 white crowned sparrows, one belted kingfisher, 2 ruddy ducks, 25 bufflehead ducks, 4 kestrals, many ring billed gulls, 3 brewers blackbirds, 2 common flickers, some magpies, 4 meadowlarks, and a bald eagle. The bald eagle made its presence known by frightening the feathers of ducks dabbling and diving in the Platte River below. There was also a Northern harrier coasting over the marshy area nearby.  The bald eagle terrifying the ducks and the gorgeous hooded mergansers were the highlights of my trek.   Lou M Subject: Barrow's Goldeney @ Larrimer Co. From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:22:44 -0000 Today, two Barrow's Goldeneyes were at Rist-Benson Res. in Loveland. Thayer's Gulls were at L. Loveland. Dix Smith Ft. Collins Subject: Colorado Bird Alert for November 20, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:13:57 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Thursday: Jefferson/Douglas (Red-throated Loon, Common Loon) Adams (Barrow's Goldeneye) Douglas (Lewis's Woodpecker) Larimer (Thayer's Gull, Bonaparte's Gull, Bonaparte's Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull) El Paso (White-winged Scoter, Lesser Black-backed Gull) Pueblo (Black Scoter) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Terry Michaels relocated the Red-throated Loon (Michaels, 11/14) and COMMON LOONS (Michaels, 11/7) at Chatfield State Park. On 11/14, Stevens reported from Standley Lake: 3+ COMMON LOON (Komar, 11/7); 2+ BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/13, Stevens found an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (hill south of Pine Lake) and NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD (firs/just east of 2nd bridge along Narrow Gauge Trail, south of creek) at Pine Valley Ranch Park. Stevens heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Reynolds Park (Oxen Draw trail, south of Elkhorn Trail). On 11/12, Merlynn Brown heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Buck Gulch Trail, near junction with Strawberry Jack Trail). Brown heard AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (40+ yds/east of the Strawberry Jack trail, 100 yds south of Parkview Trail). Adams County Yesterday, Frank Hatch reported a pair of BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at Lakecrest, Gateway Park. On 11/16, Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES (Stevens, 11/6) at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. On 11/16, Stevens relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) and BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Stevens, 11/14) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/14, Stevens relocated a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Stevens, 11/9) on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Douglas County Yesterday, Washburn relocated a LEWIS'S WOODPECKER (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. On 11/17, Stevens relocated a LEWIS'S WOODPECKER (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Stevens relocated 3 AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKERS along Cheesman Canyon Trail (into Cheesman Reservoir). Stevens and Weston Northern Pygmy-Owl count along Deckers/Platte River Roads was 5! Larimer County Yesterday, Stevens relocated at Warren Lake: THAYER'S GULL (Komar, 11/15); BONAPARTE'S GULL (Komar, 11/15); and possible WESTERN GULL (Komar, 11/15). On 11/17, Joe Roller reported a WHITE-WINGED SCOTER at Warren Lake. On 11/16, Dixie Smith reported from Warren Lake: BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Komar, 11/15) and a COMMON LOON. Yesterday, Cole Wild reported from Lake Loveland: 3 adult THAYER'S GULL; an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL; 32 BONAPARTE'S GULL; and a pair of BARROW'S GOLDENEYE. On 11/18, Bob Spencer relocated at Douglas Reservoir: LONG-TAILED DUCK (Wild, 11/17) & PACIFIC LOON (Wild, 11/17). Rashid reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. On 11/17, Wild relocated 2 WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Leatherman added a BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/15, Rob Sparks reported a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Riverbend Ponds Natural Area. El Paso County Yesterday, Goff reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL and WHITE- WINGED SCOTER (Peterson, 11/16) at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/18, Jeff Jones found 2 COMMON LOONS at Big Johnson Reservoir. Pueblo County Yesterday, Brandon Percival reported a BLACK SCOTER at Pueblo Reservoir. On 11/15, Brandon Percival reported from Pueblo Reservoir: PARASITIC JAEGER (Percival, 11/14); a PACIFIC LOON & COMMON LOONS. On 11/14, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON (Percival, 11/9); juvenile THAYER'S GULL; 10 BONAPARTE'S GULL. Broomfield County On 11/18, Gary Zeeto relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. A MARSH WREN was just east of the nearby footbridge. Arapahoe County On 11/18, Jerry Petrosky relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: 10+ BONAPARTE'S GULL (Stevens, 11/13), 2 COMMON LOON (Washburn, 10/28). Larry Modesitt found a male BARROW'S GOLDENEYE. On 11/17, Ira Sanders relocated a PACIFIC LOON (Petrosky, 11/16). On 11/15, Stevens relocated a MEW GULL (Stevens, 11/13). On 11/17, Petrosky relocated 2 COMMON LOON (Petrosky, 10/11) at Aurora Reservoir. Boulder County On 11/18, Guarente relocated a LONG-TAILED DUCK (Schmoker, 11/16) at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/14, Cara Stiles found a COMMON LOON at Valmont Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Denver County On 11/18, Bob Canter reported a CLARK'S GREBE at Berkeley Lake at Denver City Park. On 11/15, Tina Jones found a female GREATER SCAUP at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Huerfano County On 11/12, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Routt County On 11/18, Vic Zerbi relocated a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL (Litteral, 11/5) at Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/18, Bryan Ehlmann relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN (Weston, 5/31) at Guanella Pass. On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Lake County On 11/15, Tim Kalbach reported a female GREATER SCAUP at Twin Lakes. Kalbach relocated a male BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Kellner, 11/8) at the Mt. Elbert Forebay. Garfield County On 11/15, Tom McConnell reported 5 BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at Rifle Gap Reservoir. Delta County On 11/15, Dan Garrison reported 4 CHUKAR at Pleasure Park. Fremont County On 11/14, Setta Moss relocated GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE (Miller, 10/17) at Canon City. Search the Tunnel Drive Pond or the east side of Canon City along MacKenzie Avenue. On 11/5, Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Canvasback in Adams From: "Marcia" <bomaanka AT yahoo.com> Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:03:42 -0000 I tried to find the Canvasbacks along Tennyson street (Adams Co)today at about 3;30pm without sucess. There were plenty of Redheads, American Wigeons, and Ring-necked Ducks. Even a Bufflehead. Two Belted Kingfishers flew over, making lots of racket. Bob Canter Denver Subject: Chatfield State Park Thursday afternoon From: Terry Michaels <tmcolorado AT gmail.com> Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:50:06 -0700 Hello birders, The Red throated Loon and at least 2 Common Loons are still at Chatfield State Park. Good birding! Terry Michaels Littleton, CO Subject: Warren Lake, Larimer County From: Gary Weston <grwestonjr AT hotmail.com> Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:35:30 -0700 Hi birders, Larimer County Forgot to mention that Rich and Rebecca also reported a Thayer's Gull (Komar, 11/15) and at least one Bonaparte's Gull (Komar, 11/15) at Warren Lake. Adams County If you are looking for rare waterfowl at Lakecrest, sunset is a good time to go. Hundreds of geese have been returning from afternoon meals just about sunset. An interesting sight to see even if no uncommon geese return. Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Gary Weston, Vice-President, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders AT yahoogroups.com cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthenet/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: I wanted simpler, now it's simpler. I'm a rock star. http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?h=myidea?ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_myidea:112009 Subject: A Visit to Boliva with John Drummond From: Gary Weston <grwestonjr AT hotmail.com> Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:30:11 -0700 Just a reminder... Come experience a thrilling account of 12 days and 429 species. Despite civil unrest, road blockages and cancelled returning flights from La Paz, Aiken member John Drummond successfully covered Bolivia's topographic diversity and great variety of habitats. The birders recorded numerous regional endemics (also found in southern Peru) such as Hooded Mountain-Toucan, Light-crowned Spinetail, Diademed Tapaculo (ext), Goldencollared Tanager (ext), and Orange-browed Hemispingus. Others shared with northwest Argentina included Bluecapped Puffleg, Rufous-bellied Saltator, Citron-headed Yellow-Finch. Twelve or thirtenn endemics were seen including marvelous views of the endangered Red-fronted Macaw, Black-hooded Sunbeam, Cochambamba Mountain-Finch and the Rufous-faced Antpitta (ext). Other favorites during the main trip included Greater Rhea, Andean Condor, Cliff Parakett, Yungas Pygmy Owl, Cream-backed Woodpecker, and Giant Conebill. The lucky four birders on the extension trip managed to add Short-winged Grebe, Scimitar-winged Piha (one of the rarest birds in South America), Chestnut-crowned Cotinga, Rufous-bellied Seedsnipe, and Berlepsch's Canastero. When: Thursday, November 19, 2009 (note that it is not on a Wednesday!) Time: 6:30 p.m. - Refreshments and socializing 7:00 p.m. - Program Where: Colorado Division of Wildlife, 4255 Sinton Road, Colorado Springs /Entrance is at the rear of the building Cost: Free! Hope to see you there! Respectfully submitted, Christine A. Bucher Secretary, Aiken Audubon Society Perched on the edge of Palmer Park, Colorado Springs _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141665/direct/01/ Subject: Rare Bird Alert for November 19, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:07:13 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Wednesday: Broomfield (Harris's Sparrow, Marsh Wren) Jefferson/Douglas (Red-throated Loon, Common Loon) Adams (Clark's Grebe) Boulder (Long-tailed Duck) Arapahoe (Bonaparte's Gull, Common Loon, Barrow's Goldeneye) Larimer (Long-tailed Duck, Pacific Loon) El Paso (Common Loon) Routt (Thayer's Gull) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Broomfield County Yesterday, Gary Zeeto relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. A MARSH WREN was just east of the nearby footbridge. Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Joey Kellner relocated a RED-THROATED LOON (Michaels, 11/14) & 2 COMMON LOONS (Michaels, 11/7) at Chatfield State Park. On 11/15, Michaels BONAPARTE'S GULL (Michaels, 11/14). On 11/14, Stevens reported from Standley Lake: 3+ COMMON LOON (Komar, 11/7); 2+ BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/13, Stevens found an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (hill south of Pine Lake) and NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD (firs/just east of 2nd bridge along Narrow Gauge Trail, south of creek) at Pine Valley Ranch Park. Stevens heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Reynolds Park (Oxen Draw trail, south of Elkhorn Trail). On 11/12, Merlynn Brown heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Buck Gulch Trail, near junction with Strawberry Jack Trail). Brown heard AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (40+ yds/east of the Strawberry Jack trail, 100 yds south of Parkview Trail). Adams County Yesterday, Bob Canter reported a CLARK'S GREBE at Berkeley Park. On 11/16, Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES (Stevens, 11/6) at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. On 11/16, Stevens relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) and BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Stevens, 11/14) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/14, Stevens relocated a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Stevens, 11/9) on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Arapahoe County Yesterday, Jerry Petrosky relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: 10+ BONAPARTE'S GULL (Stevens, 11/13), 2 COMMON LOON (Washburn, 10/28). Larry Modesitt found a male BARROW'S GOLDENEYE. On 11/17, Ira Sanders relocated a PACIFIC LOON (Petrosky, 11/16). On 11/15, Stevens relocated a MEW GULL (Stevens, 11/13). On 11/17, Petrosky relocated 2 COMMON LOON (Petrosky, 10/11) at Aurora Reservoir. Boulder County Yesterday, Guarente relocated a LONG-TAILED DUCK (Schmoker, 11/16) at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/14, Cara Stiles found a COMMON LOON at Valmont Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Larimer County Yesterday, Bob Spencer relocated at Douglas Reservoir: LONG-TAILED DUCK (Wild, 11/17) & PACIFIC LOON (Wild, 11/17). On 11/17, Joe Roller reported a WHITE-WINGED SCOTER at Warren Lake. On 11/16, Dixie Smith reported from Warren Lake: BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Komar, 11/15) and a COMMON LOON. On 11/15, Nick Komar reported from Warren Lake: 2 juvenile THAYER'S GULLS, 3 BONAPARTE'S GULLS, a possible WESTERN GULL (bird seen by Dixie Smith on 11/16). On 11/17, Wild relocated 2 WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Leatherman added a BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/15, Rob Sparks reported a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Riverbend Ponds Natural Area. El Paso County Yesterday, Jeff Jones found 2 COMMON LOONS at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/16, Mark Peterson reported a WHITE-WINGED SCOTER. Douglas County On 11/17, Stevens relocated a LEWIS'S WOODPECKER (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Stevens relocated 3 AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKERS along Cheesman Canyon Trail (into Cheesman Reservoir). Stevens and Weston Northern Pygmy-Owl count along Deckers/Platte River Roads was 5! Denver County On 11/15, Tina Jones found a female GREATER SCAUP at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Pueblo County On 11/15, Brandon Percival reported from Pueblo Reservoir: PARASITIC JAEGER (Percival, 11/14); a PACIFIC LOON & COMMON LOONS. On 11/14, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON (Percival, 11/9); juvenile THAYER'S GULL; 10 BONAPARTE'S GULL. Huerfano County On 11/12, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Routt County Yesterday, Vic Zerbi relocated a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL (Litteral, 11/5) at Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Clear Creek/Summit Counties Yesterday, Bryan Ehlmann relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN (Weston, 5/31) at Guanella Pass. On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Lake County On 11/15, Tim Kalbach reported a female GREATER SCAUP at Twin Lakes. Kalbach relocated a male BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Kellner, 11/8) at the Mt. Elbert Forebay. Garfield County On 11/15, Tom McConnell reported 5 BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at Rifle Gap Reservoir. Delta County On 11/15, Dan Garrison reported 4 CHUKAR at Pleasure Park. Fremont County On 11/14, Setta Moss relocated GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE (Miller, 10/17) at Canon City. Search the Tunnel Drive Pond or the east side of Canon City along MacKenzie Avenue. On 11/5, Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Clark's Grebe in Denver and Canvasback in Adams From: "Marcia" <bomaanka AT yahoo.com> Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:45:04 -0000 Hi Birders I went out about 6:50 this morning to see a Clark's Grebe at Berkeley Lake (Denver Co.). It was along the south shore, near the paddle boat concession. The Canvasback ducks were at the pond just north of I-76, along the east side of Tennyson (Adams Co). I spotted a couple, but didn't have time to count carefully as I was on my way to work. Keith Chamberlain saw these birds on Monday and told me about them. Bob Canter Denver Subject: Broomfield, Boulder, Arapahoe Ctys From: Rebecca Kosten <kostenrebecca AT hotmail.com> Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:06:27 -0700 Hello cobirders, Broomfield County Gary Zeeto relocated the Harris's Sparrow (Zorawowicz, 11/9) and Marsh Wren north of the Russian Olive Grove east of Plaster Reservoir. Boulder County Bryan Guarente relocated the female Long-tailed Duck (Schmoker, 11/16) at Lagerman Reservoir. Arapahoe County Jerry Petrosky relocated the Bonaparte's Gulls (Stevens, 11/13) and Common Loons (Washburn, 10/28) at Cherry Creek State Park. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Rebecca Kosten, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MFESRP_Local_MapsMenu_Resturants_1x1 Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 18, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:22:57 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Tuesday: Douglas (Lewis's Woodpecker, American Three-toed Woodpecker) Arapahoe (Bonaparte's Gull, Common Loon, Pacific Loon) Jefferson/Douglas (Red-throated Loon, Common Loon) Boulder (Long-tailed Duck) Larimer (White-winged Scoter, Bonaparte's Gull, Long-tailed Duck, Pacific Loon) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Douglas County Yesterday, Stevens relocated a LEWIS'S WOODPECKER (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Stevens relocated 3 AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKERS along Cheesman Canyon Trail (into Cheesman Reservoir). Stevens and Weston Northern Pygmy-Owl count along Deckers/Platte River Roads was 5! Arapahoe County Yesterday, Washburn reported 10+ BONAPARTE'S GULL (Stevens, 11/13), 2 COMMON LOON (Washburn, 10/28). Ira Sanders relocated a PACIFIC LOON (Petrosky, 11/16). On 11/15, Stevens relocated a MEW GULL (Stevens, 11/13). Yesterday, Petrosky relocated 2 COMMON LOON (Petrosky, 10/11) at Aurora Reservoir. Boulder County Yesterday, Joyce Takamine relocated a LONG-TAILED DUCK (Schmoker, 11/16) at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/15, Halsey reported a BLACK- LEGGED KITTIWAKE at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/14, Cara Stiles found a COMMON LOON at Valmont Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Larimer County Yesterday, Joe Roller reported a WHITE-WINGED SCOTER at Warren Lake. On 11/16, Dixie Smith reported from Warren Lake: BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Komar, 11/15) and a COMMON LOON. On 11/15, Nick Komar reported from Warren Lake: 2 juvenile THAYER'S GULLS, 3 BONAPARTE'S GULLS, a possible WESTERN GULL (bird seen by Dixie Smith on 11/16). Yesterday, Wild reported from Douglas Reservoir: LONG-TAILED DUCK & PACIFIC LOON. Wild relocated 2 WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Leatherman added a BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/15, Rob Sparks reported a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Riverbend Ponds Natural Area. On 11/14, Lefko reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Smith Lake Wildlife Area. Lefko reported 6 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Timnath Reservoir. Broomfield County On 11/16, Richard Stevens relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. A MARSH WREN was just east of the nearby footbridge. Adams County On 11/15, Stevens relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) and BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Stevens, 11/14) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/14, Stevens found 16 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Lakecrest, Gateway Park. Stevens relocated a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Stevens, 11/9) on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. El Paso County On 11/16, Mark Peterson reported a WHITE-WINGED SCOTER at Big Johnson Reservoir. Jefferson/Douglas Counties On 11/15, Terry Michaels reported from Chatfield State Park: RED- THROATED LOON (Michaels, 11/14), COMMON LOON (Michaels, 11/7); BONAPARTE'S GULL (Michaels, 11/14). On 11/14, John Drummond added a ROSS'S GOOSE. On 11/14, Stevens reported from Standley Lake: 3+ COMMON LOON (Komar, 11/7); 2+ BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/13, Stevens found an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (hill south of Pine Lake) and NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD (firs/just east of 2nd bridge along Narrow Gauge Trail, south of creek) at Pine Valley Ranch Park. Stevens heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Reynolds Park (Oxen Draw trail, south of Elkhorn Trail). On 11/12, Merlynn Brown heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Buck Gulch Trail, near junction with Strawberry Jack Trail). Brown heard AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (40+ yds/east of the Strawberry Jack trail, 100 yds south of Parkview Trail). Denver County On 11/15, Tina Jones found a female GREATER SCAUP at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Pueblo County On 11/15, Brandon Percival reported from Pueblo Reservoir: PARASITIC JAEGER (Percival, 11/14); a PACIFIC LOON & COMMON LOONS. On 11/14, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON (Percival, 11/9); juvenile THAYER'S GULL; 10 BONAPARTE'S GULL. Weld County On 11/13, Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL and 2nd cycle LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Black Hollow Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found a Pacific Loon at Union Reservoir. Huerfano County On 11/12, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Lake County On 11/15, Tim Kalbach reported a female GREATER SCAUP at Twin Lakes. Kalbach relocated a male BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Kellner, 11/8) at the Mt. Elbert Forebay. Garfield County On 11/15, Tom McConnell reported 5 BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at Rifle Gap Reservoir. Delta County On 11/15, Dan Garrison reported 4 CHUKAR at Pleasure Park. Fremont County On 11/14, Setta Moss relocated GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE (Miller, 10/17) at Canon City. Search the Tunnel Drive Pond or the east side of Canon City along MacKenzie Avenue. On 11/5, Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: White-winged Scoter at Warren Lake, Common Loons at Aurora Reservoir From: "Jacob Washburn" <nynyjacobw AT gmx.com> Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:39:04 -0500 Subject: Common Loons, Bonaparte's Gulls at Cherry Creek State Park From: "Jacob Washburn" <nynyjacobw AT gmx.com> Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:36:51 -0500 Subject: Larimer Co. Highlights From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:34:28 -0000 Western Gull at Warren Lake in Ft. Collins, White-winged Scoters at N. Poudre # 3 Res., Long-tailed Duck and Pacific Loon (first seen by Cole Wild) at Douglas Res. Dix Smith Ft. Collins Subject: Douglas County From: Gary Weston <grwestonjr AT hotmail.com> Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:58:40 -0700 Hi birders, Douglas County Gary Weston and Rich Stevens found 3 Three-toed Woodpeckers up the Cheesman Canyon trail at Cheesman Reservoir. No sign of Lewis's Woodpeckers or Red-headed Woodpeckers. Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo D. Weston Denver, CO _________________________________________________________________ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MFESRP_Local_MapsMenu_Resturants_1x1 Subject: Douglas & Larimer Ctys From: Rebecca Kosten <kostenrebecca AT hotmail.com> Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:12:28 -0700 Hello cobirders, Douglas County On his way to Cheesman Reservoir, Richard Stevens relocated the Lewis's Woodpecker (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Larimer County Cole Wild relocated 2 White-winged Scoters (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Wild found a Long-tailed Duck and Pacific Loon at Douglas Reservoir. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Rebecca Kosten, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: It works the way you want. Learn more. http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_evergreen:112009v2 Subject: White-throated Sparrow From: "Carol Sullivan" <flam_owl AT copper.net> Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:05:21 -0700 The White-throated Sparrow continues to come to our feeder...a cute, chubby little bird . Carol Sullivan 8000' in the lodgepole forest West Stove Prairie Bellvue, Larimer county Subject: This week's Statewide Bird Trips From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:13:24 -0700 Hello cobirders, This week's Statewide Bird Trips: Wednesday, November 18 CoBus Snow shoe Trip Up Guanella Pass Saturday, November 21 Denver Field Ornithologists Trip to South Platte Park Area Sunday, November 22 Denver Field Ornithologists Trip to Longmont Area Be sure to check with trip leaders for changes due to weather. Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 17, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:08:11 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Monday: Broomfield (Harris's Sparrow) Arapahoe (Bonaparte's Gull, Common Loon) Adams (Common Loon, Great-tailed Grackle) Larimer (Bonaparte's Gull, Common Loon) Boulder (Long-tailed Duck) El Paso (White-winged Scoter) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Broomfield County Yesterday, Richard Stevens relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. A MARSH WREN was just east of the nearby footbridge. Arapahoe County Yesterday, Petrosky reported from Cherry Creek State Park: 10+ BONAPARTE'S GULL (Stevens, 11/13), 2 COMMON LOON (Washburn, 10/28). On 11/15, Stevens relocated a MEW GULL (Stevens, 11/13). On 11/14, Jerry Petrosky relocated 2 COMMON LOON (Petrosky, 10/11) at Aurora Reservoir. Adams County On 11/15, Stevens relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) and BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Stevens, 11/14) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/14, Stevens found 16 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Lakecrest, Gateway Park. Stevens relocated a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Stevens, 11/9) on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Larimer County Yesterday, Dixie Smith reported from Warren Lake: BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Komar, 11/15) and a COMMON LOON. On 11/15, Nick Komar reported from Warren Lake: 2 juvenile THAYER'S GULLS, 3 BONAPARTE'S GULLS, a possible WESTERN GULL. Yesterday, Eric DeFonso relocated 3 WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. On 11/15, Rob Sparks reported a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Riverbend Ponds Natural Area. On 11/14, Gary Lefko relocated 3 WHITE-WINGED SCOTER (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Lefko reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Smith Lake Wildlife Area. Lefko reported 6 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Timnath Reservoir. Boulder County Yesterday, Bill Schmoker reported a LONG-TAILED DUCK at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/15, Halsey reported a BLACK-LEGGED KITTIWAKE at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/14, Cara Stiles found a COMMON LOON at Valmont Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. El Paso County Yesterday, Mark Peterson reported a WHITE-WINGED SCOTER at Big Johnson Reservoir. Jefferson/Douglas Counties On 11/15, Terry Michaels reported from Chatfield State Park: RED- THROATED LOON (Michaels, 11/14), COMMON LOON (Michaels, 11/7); BONAPARTE'S GULL (Michaels, 11/14). On 11/14, John Drummond added a ROSS'S GOOSE. On 11/14, Stevens reported from Standley Lake: 3+ COMMON LOON (Komar, 11/7); 2+ BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/13, Stevens found an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (hill south of Pine Lake) and NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD (firs/just east of 2nd bridge along Narrow Gauge Trail, south of creek) at Pine Valley Ranch Park. Stevens heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Reynolds Park (Oxen Draw trail, south of Elkhorn Trail). On 11/12, Merlynn Brown heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Buck Gulch Trail, near junction with Strawberry Jack Trail). Brown heard AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (40+ yds/east of the Strawberry Jack trail, 100 yds south of Parkview Trail). Denver County On 11/15, Tina Jones found a female GREATER SCAUP at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Pueblo County On 11/15, Brandon Percival reported from Pueblo Reservoir: PARASITIC JAEGER (Percival, 11/14); a PACIFIC LOON & COMMON LOONS. On 11/14, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON (Percival, 11/9); juvenile THAYER'S GULL; 10 BONAPARTE'S GULL. Weld County On 11/13, Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL and 2nd cycle LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Black Hollow Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found a Pacific Loon at Union Reservoir. Douglas County On 11/12, Stevens relocated 2 LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Huerfano County On 11/12, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Lake County On 11/15, Tim Kalbach reported a female GREATER SCAUP at Twin Lakes. Kalbach relocated a male BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Kellner, 11/8) at the Mt. Elbert Forebay. Garfield County On 11/15, Tom McConnell reported 5 BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at Rifle Gap Reservoir. Delta County On 11/15, Dan Garrison reported 4 CHUKAR at Pleasure Park. Fremont County On 11/14, Setta Moss relocated GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE (Miller, 10/17) at Canon City. Search the Tunnel Drive Pond or the east side of Canon City along MacKenzie Avenue. On 11/5, Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Harris's Sparrow & Marsh Wren still at Plaster Reservoir, Broomfield County From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:40:09 -0700 Hello cobirders; I made it through yesterday without turning on a computer!!!! Today I returned to Plaster Reservoir (Broomfield County). It took 1.25 hours; the Harris's Sparrow finally appeared again. Check the square blue feeder south/below the evergreen tree north of the Russian Olive Grove east of Plaster Reservoir. Today the bird came from the evergreen tree in front of the green house east of the blue house with the feeder. He first landed in the tree with the red berries, north of the swing set. Later going to the house like feeder along the fence line. In the past, it seems that when a Harris's Sparrow finds a feeder in the winter, they more often than not stay around that feeder. So the bird could be around for a while. On the walk over (I parked on Plaster Circle, south of the reservoir, walked to bike intersection west of the school, then north to the next intersection and feeder watched from there). the (a) Marsh Wren was calling from the cattails east of the footbridge. I played a recording only 5 seconds when the Marsh Wren came within 15 feet of the bridge. Later I walked the south side of Plaster Reservoir in search of a resident Great Horned Owl (found at west end of tree line). Playing a Marsh Wren recording, I found a second Marsh Wren. I expected this when Lou Mazzola reported a Marsh Wren sighting different than mine of 11/9 (which was the cattails just west of the Russian Olive Grove). During my wait many nice birds came by including, a pair of Northern Harriers within 15 feet of me as they worked the creek and cattails, a dark morph Red-tailed Hawk (in trees along east side of the reservoir), American Goldfinches, etc. On the return home, I counted 38 Great-tailed Grackles at the house/ranch south of the Tree Nursery at Picadilly Road and 152nd Avenue. Two Common Loons remain at Barr Lake (Adams). Yesterday, (Sunday) I returned to Cherry Creek Reservoir (Arapahoe) to try and get a photo of the Mew Gull. Ten+ Bonaparte's Gulls, 2 Common Loons, and the Mew Gull were relocated. The Mew Gull was with many Ring-billed Gulls just off shore west of the parking area for the Dam's Tower. Continued Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222986/direct/01/ Subject: Common Loon @ Ft. Collins From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:13:10 -0000 A Common Loon is at Warren Lake. The best access is via Horsetooth, then soutn on Lone Star. No sign of the Western Gull this pm. Dix Smith Ft. Collins Subject: Some Monday bird sightings: Arapahoe & Larimer Counties From: "sueehlmann AT juno.com" <sueehlmann@juno.com> Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:30:48 GMT Hello cobirders, Arapahoe County Jerry Petrosky relocated the Bonaparte's Gulls (Stevens, 11/13) and Common Loons (Washburn, 10/28) at Cherry Creek State Park. He didn't have much time to relocate the Mew Gull. Yesterday. the Mew Gull was east of the Dam's Tower parking lot. The day before it was on the swim beach. Many additional gulls are there since the last snowstorm. Larimer County Eric DeFonso relocated the 3 White-winged Scoters (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Sue Ehlmann, CoBus & RMORC Project Director Brighton, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html ____________________________________________________________ Passion for Animation? Earn an animation degree and advance your career! Free info. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2131/c?cp=TjqPWvW_la-OsS1Yvtu4ywAAJz3B5Brk71uKWWLbcjffrAJdAAQAAAAFAAAAAPLSTT4AAAMlAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARBaQAAAAA= Subject: Western Gull @ Larimer Co. From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:20:48 -0000 At Warren L. in Ft. Collins, I saw the bird Nick Komar identified tentatively as a Western Gull. Size of the bird, size and coloration of the bill, and tail color all support the identification as a Western Gull. Warren L. has few viewing areas. I suggest that birders exit Horsetooth on The Landing and bear left to find the best viewing areas. Dix Smith Ft. Collins Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 16, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:30:55 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Sunday: Arapahoe (Bonaparte's Gull, Mew Gull, Common Loon) Adams (Common Loon, Bonaparte's Gull) Jefferson/Douglas (Red-throated Loon, Common Loon, Bonaparte's Gull) Denver (Greater Scaup) Boulder (Black-legged Kittiwake) Larimer (Harris's Sparrow, Thayer's Gull, Bonaparte's Gull, possible Western Gull) Pueblo (Parasitic Jaeger, Pacific Loon, Common Loon) Lake (Greater Scaup, Barrow's Goldeneye) Garfield (Barrow's Goldeneye) Delta (Chukar) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Arapahoe County Yesterday, Richard Stevens reported from Cherry Creek State Park: 10+ BONAPARTE'S GULL (Stevens, 11/13), 2 COMMON LOON (Washburn, 10/28); a MEW GULL. On 11/14, Jerry Petrosky relocated 2 COMMON LOON (Petrosky, 10/11) at Aurora Reservoir. On 11/9, Bill Cryder reported an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. Adams County Yesterday, Stevens relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) and BONAPARTE'S GULLS (Stevens, 11/14) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/14, Stevens found 16 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Lakecrest, Gateway Park. Stevens relocated a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Stevens, 11/9) on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Terry Michaels reported from Chatfield State Park: RED- THROATED LOON (Michaels, 11/14), COMMON LOON (Michaels, 11/7); BONAPARTE'S GULL (Michaels, 11/14). On 11/14, John Drummond added a ROSS'S GOOSE. On 11/14, Stevens reported from Standley Lake: 3+ COMMON LOON (Komar, 11/7); 2+ BONAPARTE'S GULL. On 11/13, Stevens found an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (hill south of Pine Lake) and NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD (firs/just east of 2nd bridge along Narrow Gauge Trail, south of creek) at Pine Valley Ranch Park. Stevens heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Reynolds Park (Oxen Draw trail, south of Elkhorn Trail). On 11/12, Merlynn Brown heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Buck Gulch Trail, near junction with Strawberry Jack Trail). Brown heard AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (40+ yds/east of the Strawberry Jack trail, 100 yds south of Parkview Trail). Denver County Yesterday, Tina Jones found a female GREATER SCAUP at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Boulder County Yesterday, Halsey reported a BLACK-LEGGED KITTIWAKE at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/14, Cara Stiles found a COMMON LOON at Valmont Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Larimer County Yesterday, Rob Sparks reported a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Riverbend Ponds Natural Area. Yesterday, Nick Komar reported from Warren Lake: 2 juvenile THAYER'S GULLS, 3 BONAPARTE'S GULLS, a possible WESTERN GULL. On 11/14, Gary Lefko relocated 3 WHITE-WINGED SCOTER (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Lefko reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Smith Lake Wildlife Area. Lefko reported 6 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Timnath Reservoir. On 11/13, Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL at Timnath Reservoir. Wild reported a BLACK SCOTER at Fossil Creek Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found GREATER SCAUP at Rist Benson Lake. Dixie Smith reported SURF SCOTER at Lonetree Reservoir. Dixie Smith saw BONAPARTE'S GULL at Boedecker Reservoir. Pueblo County Yesterday, Brandon Percival reported from Pueblo Reservoir: PARASITIC JAEGER (Percival, 11/14); a PACIFIC LOON & COMMON LOONS. On 11/14, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON (Percival, 11/9); juvenile THAYER'S GULL; 10 BONAPARTE'S GULL. Weld County On 11/13, Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL and 2nd cycle LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Black Hollow Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found a Pacific Loon at Union Reservoir. Douglas County On 11/12, Stevens relocated 2 LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Huerfano County On 11/12, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. Broomfield County On 11/10, Lou Mazzola relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. El Paso County On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Lake County Yesterday, Tim Kalbach reported a female GREATER SCAUP at Twin Lakes. Kalbach relocated a male BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Kellner, 11/8) at the Mt. Elbert Forebay. Garfield County Yesterday, Tom McConnell reported 5 BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at Rifle Gap Reservoir. Delta County Yesterday, Dan Garrison reported 4 CHUKAR at Pleasure Park. Fremont County On 11/14, Setta Moss relocated GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE (Miller, 10/17) at Canon City. Search the Tunnel Drive Pond or the east side of Canon City along MacKenzie Avenue. On 11/5, Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: White-throated Sparrow/Larimer county From: "Carol Sullivan" <flam_owl AT copper.net> Date: Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:49:51 -0700 Just before dark while washing dishes, I glanced out the window at the feeders and saw a White-throated Sparrow skulking about with some junkos. I believe it a first winter bird. Anyone interested in this bird, please contact me privately by replying to this post. Carol Sullivan 8000' in the lodgepole forest West Stove Prairie Bellvue/Larimer county Subject: Jefferson/Douglas and Pueblo Ctys From: Rebecca Kosten <kostenrebecca AT hotmail.com> Date: Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:15:27 -0700 Hello cobirders, Jefferson/Douglas Ctys Terry Michaels relocated at Chatfield State Park; Red-throated Loon, Common Loon and Bonaparte's Gulls. Pueblo Reservoir Cty Brandon Percival relocated the Parasitic Jaeger and Common Loons and reported a Pacific Loon at Pueblo Reservoir. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Rebecca Kosten, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Sunday morning at Barr Lake From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:01:26 -0700 Hello cobirders; Rebecca and I did not want to stray too far from home, however made it over to Barr Lake (Adams County). Two Common Loons and two Bonaparte's Gulls were off in the distance from the boat ramp. Continued Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 15, 2009 From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:31:10 -0700 Hello cobirders; New reports from Saturday: Arapahoe (Bonaparte's Gull, Common Loon) Jefferson/Douglas (Red-throated Loon, Common Loon, Bonaparte's Gull, Ross's Goose) Adams (Bonaparte's Gull, Common Loon) Boulder (Common Loon) Larimer (White-winged Scoter, Bonaparte's Gull) Pueblo (Parasitic Jaeger, Red-throated Loon, Thayer's Gull, Bonaparte's Gull, Common Loon) Fremont (Greater White-fronted Goose) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Arapahoe County Yesterday, Richard Stevens relocated 10+ BONAPARTE'S GULL (Stevens, 11/13) and 5+ COMMON LOON (Washburn, 10/28) at Cherry Creek State Park. On 11/13, Richard Stevens reported a MEW GULL (swim beach). On 11/10, Stevens relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE (Stevens, 11/6). Yesterday, Jerry Petrosky relocated 2 COMMON LOON (Petrosky, 10/11) at Aurora Reservoir. On 11/9, Bill Cryder reported an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Terry Michaels reported from Chatfield State Park: RED-THROATED LOON, COMMON LOON (Michaels, 11/7); BONAPARTE'S GULL. John Drummond added a ROSS'S GOOSE. On 11/13, Larry Modesitt relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park. Yesterday, Stevens reported from Standley Lake: 3+ COMMON LOON (Komar, 11/7); 2+ BONAPARTE'S GULL. Komar saw a YELLOW-BILLED LOON on 11/7. On 11/13, Stevens found an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (hill south of Pine Lake) and NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD (firs/just east of 2nd bridge along Narrow Gauge Trail, south of creek) at Pine Valley Ranch Park. Stevens heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Reynolds Park (Oxen Draw trail, south of Elkhorn Trail). On 11/13, Merlynn Brown found a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Buck Gulch Trail, near junction with Strawberry Jack Trail). Brown heard AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (40+ yds/east of the Strawberry Jack trail, 100 yds south of Parkview Trail). Adams County Yesterday, Stevens found 16 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Lakecrest, Gateway Park. Stevens relocated a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Stevens, 11/9) on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Stevens relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) and found 2+ BONAPARTE'S GULL at Barr Lake State Park. Boulder County Yesterday, Cara Stiles found a COMMON LOON at Valmont Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Larimer County Yesterday, Gary Lefko relocated 3 WHITE-WINGED SCOTER (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Lefko reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Smith Lake Wildlife Area. Lefko reported 6 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Timnath Reservoir. On 11/13, Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL at Timnath Reservoir. Wild reported a BLACK SCOTER at Fossil Creek Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found GREATER SCAUP at Rist Benson Lake. Dixie Smith reported SURF SCOTER at Lonetree Reservoir. Dixie Smith saw BONAPARTE'S GULL at Boedecker Reservoir. Pueblo County Yesterday, Brandon Percival reported from Pueblo Reservoir: PARASITIC JAEGER; RED-THROATED LOON (Percival, 11/9); juvenile THAYER'S GULL; 10 BONAPARTE'S GULL; 6 COMMON LOON (Percival). Weld County On 11/13, Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL and 2nd cycle LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Black Hollow Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found a Pacific Loon at Union Reservoir. Douglas County On 11/12, Stevens relocated 2 LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Huerfano County On 11/12, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. Broomfield County On 11/10, Lou Mazzola relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. Denver County On 11/8, B. Arnold relocated a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Hatch relocated COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25). El Paso County On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Fremont County Yesterday, Setta Moss relocated GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE (Miller, 10/17) at Canon City. Search the Tunnel Drive Pond or the east side of Canon City along MacKenzie Avenue. On 11/5, Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Lake County On 11/8, Tim Kalbach reported 2 LONG-TAILED DUCK at Turquoise Lake. Kalbach reported SURF SCOTER and BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at the Mt Elbert Forebay. Park County On 11/8, Kellner reported 3 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1) at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Bryan Patrick relocated COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Peterson had a BLACK SCOTER. On 11/8, Kellner relocated COMMON LOONS at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Delta County On 11/8, Dan Garrison reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Sweitzer Lake State Park. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Continued Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: I wanted simpler, now it's simpler. I'm a rock star. http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?h=myidea?ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_myidea:112009 Subject: A few Metro Lakes this Saturday! From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:40:51 -0700 Hello cobirders; I birded a few metro reservoirs on this snowy Saturday. Today’s bird was Bonaparte’s Gull, seen at each lake that I visited. First stop was Barr Lake (Adams County). Two Common Loons were relocated while I scoped the lake from the boat dock. At least three Bonaparte’s Gulls flew by. A dozen Great-tailed Grackle are still around the first house south of the Tree Nursery at Picadilly Road and 152nd Avenue (just north of Barr Lake). I circled the East Gravel Lakes-Tani Reservoir area and relocated the male Barrow’s Goldeneye on Tani Reservoir. It just was a little cold and damp to make the hike down the Platte River to see if additional Barrow’s Goldeneyes have joined the first bird. My next stop was Standley Lake (Jefferson). I hoped to relocate the Yellow-billed Loon but missed it for the second time in three days. At least five Common Loons and 2 Bonaparte’s Gulls were observed. I swung down to Cherry Creek Reservoir (Arapahoe) hoping to get a photo of the Mew Gull that I found at the swim beach yesterday. Searches of the swim beach, below the dam, the southwest marina, and the eastern sand spit did not turn up the bird. At least five Common Loons remain here. Bonaparte’s Gull count was at least ten. At sunset, I checked Lakecrest, Gateway Park (Adams). Not one White-cheeked Goose was on the lake. I assumed that some of the tens of hundreds of White-cheeked Geese seen on 11/10 and previous visits were resident birds; guess not. The highlight however were 16 Bonaparte’s Gulls swimming in a tight circle about 20 yards from the west end of the lake. They swam so close together that taking an exact count was quite difficult. About 1000 White-cheeked Geese (Canada Geese and a few Cackling Geese) were at Emerald Strand Park (just east of Lakecrest). Continued Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: "Nunn Guy" and Cheyenne Audubon Bird Trip (Scoters!)/Larimer From: "Gary" <lefkogt AT coloradobirder.info> Date: Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:38:10 -0000 About 20 of us met up at Rawhide Energy Plant and headed south to Timnath covering points between. Highlights: White-winged Scoter - 3 (Poudre Reservoir #3) Bonaparte's Gull - 8+ (2-Smith Lake SWA; 6-Timnath Reservoir) Bald Eagle - 5 Merlin (Timnath Reservoir) Hooded Merganser - 3 (Smith Lake SWA) Canvasback - 7+ (Duck Lake) Complete List (50 species): Canada Goose Gadwall American Wigeon Mallard Northern Shoveler Northern Pintail Green-winged Teal Canvasback Redhead Ring-necked Duck Lesser Scaup White-winged Scoter Bufflehead Common Goldeneye Hooded Merganser Common Merganser Ruddy Duck Pied-billed Grebe Horned Grebe Western Grebe Great Blue Heron Bald Eagle Northern Harrier Red-tailed Hawk Rough-legged Hawk Golden Eagle American Kestrel Merlin American Coot Wilson's Snipe Bonaparte's Gull Ring-billed Gull California Gull Herring Gull Rock Pigeon Eurasian Collared-Dove Belted Kingfisher Northern Flicker Blue Jay Common Raven Horned Lark American Robin European Starling White-crowned Sparrow Red-winged Blackbird Western Meadowlark House Finch American Goldfinch House Sparrow Thanks Gary Lefko/Nunn http://coloradobirder.ning.com --Home of the "Nunn Guy" Subject: New yard bird! From: Polly Neldner <pwneldner AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:19:22 -0700 We just had a flyover of Lesser Snow Geese at our yard in La Veta, Huerfano County, CO. Possibly on their way to Bosque del Apache! This is a new "yard bird" for us! Polly Neldner _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: It works the way you want. Learn more. http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_evergreen:112009v2 Subject: Parasitic Jaeger at Pueblo Lake State Park From: Jerry Petroski <jerrypetroski AT peoplepc.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:06:26 -0700 (GMT-07:00) Hello Terry and all, I see an email that a Parasitic Jaeger was found at Pueblo Res. this morning. That could be the Chatfield State Park jaeger flying south to get out of this lousy weather? Good birding! Jerry Petrosky, President, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html ________________________________________ PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com Subject: Aurora Res. Arapahoe County From: Jerry Petroski <jerrypetroski AT peoplepc.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:00:40 -0700 (GMT-07:00) Hello, Two Common Loons are still at Aurora Res. I was thinking that the majority of gulls would not be flying around in this weather but instead on the shore. Not true, most were gone probably over to the landfill. I didn't see the Lesser Black backed Gull or any rare ones. Good birding! Jerry Petrosky, President, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html ________________________________________ PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com Subject: Chatfield State Park, Jefferson & Douglas Counties From: Terry Michaels <tmcolorado AT gmail.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:23:22 -0700 Hello birders, I couldn't find the Parasitic Jaeger at Chatfield State Park. There was a Red throated and Common Loons. One Bonaparte's Gull too. Terry Michaels Littleton, CO Subject: White-throated Sparrow @ Larimer Co. From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:17:21 -0000 A White-throated Sparrow continues to make daily visits to my feeders in NE Ft. Collins. Dix Smith Ft. Collins Subject: Pine Valley Ranch Park, not a creek but S. Platte River From: Bryan Ehlmann <graybirder AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:05:58 -0700 Hello, It's not a creek at Pine Valley Ranch Park but the North Fork of the South Platte River. Bryan Ehlmann Brighton, CO _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: I wanted simpler, now it's simpler. I'm a rock star. http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?h=myidea?ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_myidea:112009 Subject: More Cherry Creek Reservoir gulls, yesterday From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:06:38 -0700 Hello cobirders; I was so excited by finding the Mew Gull at Cherry Creek Reservoir yesterday that I forgot to mention that there were 8+ Bonaparte's Gulls there. Also a dark Gull that appeared more like a California Gull or hybrid than a Lesser Black-backed Gull. Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Birding This Week From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:14:43 -0700 Good morning cobirders; While I wait for temperatures to warm up this morning before heading out to do some birding around Denver, some thoughts on our birding the last three days. I will put full trip report on CoBus Trip Report Blog later today. Uncommon birds have already been reported. Darrel Schiffman and I had a list of 11 target birds. I managed to find 8 of 11, but still remember the missed birds, darn. Wednesday We found all three Rosy Finches species and then spent several hours missing White-tailed Ptarmigan on Loveland Pass. Five Barrow's Goldeneyes at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant (adult male, 1st year male, and 4 females) are always nice to see close up. While looking for an American Three-toed Woodpecker up the Maintenance Shed Road on Rabbit Ears Pass (Grand County) an Ermine with its white coat hunted for food quite close to us. Eventually we saw a Three-toed Woodpecker fly by us. Two female Greater Scaup swam close to the shore at Lake John Wildlife Area. Several Rough-legged Hawks perched on telephone poles. We enjoyed ending our daylight birding day seeing 7 Greater Sage-Grouse up Jackson County Road 26. It is always a treat to encounter them in the non-lekking season. It was quite windy on Cameron Pass. We managed to hear 2 Boreal Owls just west of the Summit, but could not draw them out of the forest. We could not blame them for not wanting to expose themselves to the 40+ mph winds, gusts into the 50s. Thursday We spent four or so hours missing White-tailed Ptarmigan on Guanella Pass. Both Guanella Pass and Loveland Pass had little snow. There were plenty of tracks on the patches of snow, but no birds. We searched for the Yellow-billed Loon at Standley Lake; without success. However, ended a shortened birding day (6:00 pm) with a nice sunset and 5+ Common Loons. Friday Heard a Northern Pygmy-Owl at Reynolds Park. Up Oxen Draw trail just south of the Elkhorn Trail. Did not see any Dusky Grouse but we did not hike far up the steep trail. Then we walked the Narrow Gauge Trail at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Jefferson County). Missed Northern Pygmy-Owls, found an American Three-toed Woodpecker up the hill south of Pine Lake. The highlight was a singing Northern Mockingbird in the fir tree at the south end of the 2nd bridge along Pine Gulch. Anyone know if the creek here is called Pine Creek? Or whatever? There were five or six bushes with berries under the tree. Only about 9 berries left, so the mockingbird maybe moving on soon. Close views of a Prairie Falcon at Daniels Park (Douglas County) were nice. Still missed finding a Mountain Bluebird. Missed Mountain Bluebirds at Castlewood Canyon Road and Park again, however got great views of a low flying and circling Golden Eagle. After Darrel left for the airport, I drove through Cherry Creek Reservoir (Arapahoe). Up to 7 Common Loons were out on the lake. Winds had picked up and temperatures dropped quite rapidly. A Mew Gull was picked out of hundreds of Ring-billed Gulls standing on the swim beach. It took a while, look for darker mantle and then look at its bill. Started snowing around sunset (4:38 pm). Have a great day! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: I wanted simpler, now it's simpler. I'm a rock star. http://www.microsoft.com/Windows/windows-7/default.aspx?h=myidea?ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_myidea:112009 Subject: Castlewood Canyon From: Connie Kogler <Zblueheron AT gmail.com> Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:59:21 -0700 My sis Lauren and I spent the better part of yesterday exploring Castlewood Canyon in wonderful weather. While we didn't find any "birds of note" the place was filled with them. The Canyon rim hosted a slew of Townsend's Solitaires singing nearly non-stop. Spotted Towhees mewing from every bush. We came upon a flock of 30 or so Pine Siskins up there feasting on fir cones and doing spiral wing- dances above the rim. I expected Ponderosa Pines, but was surprised at all the Fir trees there. Many Juncos on the rim also, Oregon, Gray-headed and Pink-sided. The views were spectacular and we avoided the weather to the north. The canyon bottom was busy as well. We found one Canyon Wren near the dam and heard one 'seet' note from, we think, a White-crowned Sparrow, our only sparrow of the day. The canyon was full of Steller's Jays, Juncos, the above 3 and Slate-colored, both Mountain and Black-capped Chickadees, several Brown Creepers, scads of Red- breasted Nuthatches with much to talk about. A few Pygmy Nuthatches and about a basketful of White-breasted. We also had a few unusually quiet Scrub-Jays and a couple of handfuls of Downy Woodpeckers. Spotted Towhees filled the brushy areas down here too. Just as we were about to reach our car, in the scrub oak near the Westside trailhead, we were surrounded by a flood of birds. Seriously, we stood with our jaws hanging open, (not a pretty sight and we quickly got ourselves under control lest a chickadee cache seeds under our tongues.) All the same species as listed, both chickadees, all 3 nuthatches, downys, juncos, 1 robin, creepers and towhees, feedingfeedingfeeding and talking with their mouths full and stashing seeds and chasing one another and peeking at us from behind tree trunks. It was an amazing and glorious sight and we felt privileged to be a part of it. Connie Kogler Twitter AT lefthanddbirder Loveland, CO. BirdsOTheMorning.com Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 14, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:55:18 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Friday: Arapahoe (Mew Gull, Common Loon) Jefferson/Douglas (Parasitic Jaeger, Northern Mockingbird, Northern Pygmy-Owl, American Three-toed Woodpecker) Larimer (White-winged Scoter, Thayer's Gull, Black Scoter) Weld (Thayer's Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Arapahoe County Yesterday, Richard Stevens reported a MEW GULL (swim beach) and 7 COMMON LOONS (Washburn, 10/28) at Cherry Creek State Park. On 11/10, Stevens relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE (Stevens, 11/6). On 11/9, Bill Cryder reported an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Aurora Reservoir. Terry Michaels relocated COMMON LOONS (Petrosky, 10/11). Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Stevens found an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (hill south of Pine Lake) and NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD (firs/just east of 2nd bridge along Narrow Gauge Trail, south of creek) at Pine Valley Ranch Park. Stevens heard a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Reynolds Park (Oxen Draw trail, south of Elkhorn Trail). On 11/13, Merlynn Brown found a NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL at Pine Valley Ranch Park (Buck Gulch Trail, near junction with Strawberry Jack Trail). Brown heard AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (40+ yds/east of the Strawberry Jack trail, 100 yds south of Parkview Trail). Yesterday, Larry Modesitt relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park. On 11/9, Loch Kilpatrick relocated COMMON LOONS (Michaels, 11/7). On 11/12, Stevens relocated COMMON LOONS at Standley Lake. On 11/7, Nick Komar reported a YELLOW- BILLED LOON. Larimer County Yesterday, Cole Wild relocated 3 WHITE-WINGED SCOTER (Dixie Smith, 11/5) at North Poudre Reservoir # 3. Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL at Timnath Reservoir. Wild reported a BLACK SCOTER at Fossil Creek Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found GREATER SCAUP at Rist Benson Lake. Dixie Smith reported SURF SCOTER at Lonetree Reservoir. Dixie Smith saw BONAPARTE'S GULL at Boedecker Reservoir. Gary Lefko reported 3 SURF SCOTER at North Poudre Reservoir # 3. Weld County Yesterday, Wild reported a 1st cycle THAYER'S GULL and 2nd cycle LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Black Hollow Reservoir. On 11/11, Dixie Smith found a Pacific Loon at Union Reservoir. Douglas County On 11/12, Stevens relocated 2 LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Huerfano County On 11/12, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. Broomfield County On 11/10, Lou Mazzola relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. Boulder County On 11/10, Walter Szeliga reported a WINTER WREN along Saddle Rock Trail, 100 yards from the parking lot at Gregory Canyon. Szeliga relocated SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Szeliga reported a SWAMP SPARROW in the cattails west of the boardwalk at Walden Ponds. Nunes relocated COMMON LOONS (Floyd, 11/6) at Lagerman Reservoir. Floyd reported a Greater White-fronted Goose at Prince Lake #2. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Adams County On 11/10, Stevens relocated the ROSS'S GOOSE (Hatch, 11/9) at Lakecrest. On 11/9, Stevens found a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Weston relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/7, Stevens relocated 2 SWAMP SPARROWS (Andrews, 11/4) and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (see CoBus website for hours it is open to public). Pueblo County On 11/9, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON and COMMON LOONS at Pueblo Reservoir. Denver County On 11/8, B. Arnold relocated a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Hatch relocated COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25). El Paso County On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Lake County On 11/8, Tim Kalbach reported 2 LONG-TAILED DUCK at Turquoise Lake. Kalbach reported SURF SCOTER and BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at the Mt Elbert Forebay. Park County On 11/8, Kellner reported 3 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1) at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Bryan Patrick relocated COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Peterson had a BLACK SCOTER. On 11/8, Kellner relocated COMMON LOONS at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Delta County On 11/8, Dan Garrison reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Sweitzer Lake State Park. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Re: Cherry Creek Reservoir and Lakecrest From: "defrowe75" <defrowe AT msn.com> Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:12:22 -0000 Thanks for the post! I was called to the office window on Thursday to help identify the "white duck with all the Canada Geese". I was fairly certain it was a Ross', but my binocs were a little fuzzy. Now to hear about the Blue-form Snow Goose is something to look for next week. I have a new fellow birdwatcher, or should I say "Twitcher" as a boss. He's from the UK and is getting a kick out of learning a new region. --- In cobirders AT yahoogroups.com, Richard Stevens wrote: > > > Hello cobirders; > > It is midnight and we leave in an hour for mountain owling and birding the rest of the week; therefore I make this quick. > > This morning I relocated the Red-necked Grebe and 2 Common Loons at Cherry Creek Reservoir (Arapahoe County). > > Late in the afternoon, I relocated the Ross's Goose and blue form Snow Goose at Lakecrest (Adams County). By the way, one can park in the Wendy's parking area and walk to two blocks over to Lakecrest in Gateway Park. Beware of parking restrictions in Gateway Park. > > Continued Good Birding, have a good week! > > Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: > http://home.att.net/~birdertoo > > Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society > Denver, Colorado > Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 > Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: > cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com > Read "cobirders" at: > http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. > http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MFESRP_Local_MapsMenu_Resturants_1x1 > Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 13, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:30:29 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Thursday: Jefferson/Douglas (Parasitic Jaeger, Common Loon, Lewis's Woodpecker) Huerfano (White-throated Sparrow) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Ira Sanders relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park. On 11/9, Loch Kilpatrick relocated COMMON LOONS (Michaels, 11/7). On 11/7, Terry Michaels reported 2 SURF SCOTERS. On 11/6, Kellner reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. Yesterday, Stevens relocated 5 COMMON LOONS at Standley Lake. On 11/7, Nick Komar reported a YELLOW-BILLED LOON. On 10/15, Merlynn Brown reported an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER along the Buck Gulch Trail (240 yards north of the Skipper Trail) in Pike National Forest (access through Pine Valley Ranch Park). Douglas County Yesterday, Stevens relocated LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Huerfano County Yesterday, Polly Neldner reported a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW along CR 358 at La Veta. On 11/8, Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. Weld County On 11/11, Dixie Smith found a Pacific Loon at Union Reservoir. Larimer County On 11/11, Dixie Smith found GREATER SCAUP at Rist Benson Lake. Dixie Smith reported SURF SCOTER at Lonetree Reservoir. Dixie Smith saw BONAPARTE'S GULL at Boedecker Reservoir. Gary Lefko reported 3 SURF SCOTER at North Poudre Reservoir # 3. On 11/7, Dixie Smith relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS at Timnath Reservoir. Broomfield County On 11/10, Lou Mazzola relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. Arapahoe County On 11/10, Stevens relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE (Stevens, 11/6) and 2 COMMON LOONS (Washburn, 10/28). On 11/9, Bill Cryder reported an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Aurora Reservoir. Terry Michaels relocated COMMON LOONS (Petrosky, 10/11). Boulder County On 11/10, Walter Szeliga reported a WINTER WREN along Saddle Rock Trail, 100 yards from the parking lot at Gregory Canyon. Szeliga relocated SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Szeliga reported a SWAMP SPARROW in the cattails west of the boardwalk at Walden Ponds. Nunes relocated COMMON LOONS (Floyd, 11/6) at Lagerman Reservoir. Floyd reported a Greater White-fronted Goose at Prince Lake #2. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Adams County On 11/10, Stevens relocated the ROSS'S GOOSE (Hatch, 11/9) at Lakecrest. On 11/9, Stevens found a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Weston relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/7, Stevens relocated 2 SWAMP SPARROWS (Andrews, 11/4) and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (see CoBus website for hours it is open to public). Pueblo County On 11/9, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON and COMMON LOONS at Pueblo Reservoir. Denver County On 11/8, B. Arnold relocated a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Hatch relocated COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25). El Paso County On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County On 11/11, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Jackson County On 11/11, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County On 11/11, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/11, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Lake County On 11/8, Tim Kalbach reported 2 LONG-TAILED DUCK at Turquoise Lake. Kalbach reported SURF SCOTER and BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at the Mt Elbert Forebay. Park County On 11/8, Kellner reported 3 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1) at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Bryan Patrick relocated COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Peterson had a BLACK SCOTER. On 11/8, Kellner relocated COMMON LOONS at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Delta County On 11/8, Dan Garrison reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Sweitzer Lake State Park. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Christmas Bird Counts From: "Gary" <lefkogt AT coloradobirder.info> Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:45:23 -0000 Link to all Colorado Audubon CBCs (Make sure you get entire web address): http://app.audubon.org/cbcapp/findCircles.jsp?state=US-CO&start=1 Click on the "Circle ID" links to find details about registration. Ho! Ho! Ho! It's that time a year again for National Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Counts! If you haven't done one they are a lot of fun. After most counts there is a potluck gathering to record sightings and share stories (or tell "fish tales" of the bird that got away)! No experience necessary--usually each small group has a few experts in them and we could always use extra eyeballs in looking for the birds. I usually do most Northern Colorado CBCs--Fort Collins, Nunn, Rawhide, Loveland, and Greeley. I even stray north and do the Cheyenne CBC, too. I'd be interested in forming some "Colorado Birder" teams for each Northern Colorado CBC--if there is enough interest. Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn, CO http://coloradobirder.ning.com -- Home of the "Nunn Guy" Subject: Douglas and Jefferson County From: Rebecca Kosten <kostenrebecca AT hotmail.com> Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:52:24 -0700 Hello cobirders, Richard Stevens and Darrell Schiffman relocated the Lewis's Woodpecker at the Louviers site (Douglas County) at 8:15 am. They missed Ptarmigan on a five hour search at Guanella Pass (Clear Creek County). They found 5 Common Loons, no Yellow billed Loon at Standley Lake (Jefferson County). http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Rebecca Kosten Denver, CO _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222986/direct/01/ Subject: Ptarmigan (Clear Creek) & Greater Sage Grouse (Jackson) searches From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:08:56 -0700 Hello cobirders, Richard Stevens wanted to report that they searched for two hours at Loveland Pass on Wednesday and didn't find any White tailed Ptarmigan. However, they did not hike the 1.0 miles up the western trail to the most successful spot. The eastern slopes and hill west of the first pullover south of the Summit were not successful. There is little snow up there and no skiers. They plan to try again today, Thursday and Friday if needed. Richard and Darrell Schiffman found 7 Greater Sage-Grouse along Jackson County Road 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Richard states: "Pure luck, even though he is 3 for 6 in November and 1 for 3 in December. Best to park facing east at 30 minutes before sunset and wait to see if any birds fly or walk across the road." Greater Scaup and Western Grebe were a surprise at Lake John Wildlife Area on Wednesday. Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Rare Bird Alert for November 12, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:55:57 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Wednesday: Jefferson/Douglas (Parasitic Jaeger) Weld (Pacific Loon) Larimer (Greater Scaup, Surf Scoter, Bonaparte's Gull, Surf Scoter) Bent (Northern Cardinal, Blue-headed Vireo, White-throated Sparrow) Jackson (Boreal Owl, Greater Scaup) Grand (American Three-toed Woodpecker) Summit (Barrow's Goldeneye) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Christian Nunes relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park. On 11/9, Loch Kilpatrick relocated COMMON LOONS (Michaels, 11/7). On 11/7, Terry Michaels reported 2 SURF SCOTERS. On 11/6, Kellner reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. On 11/8, DeFonso relocated COMMON LOONS at Standley Lake. On 11/7, Nick Komar reported a YELLOW-BILLED LOON. On 10/15, Merlynn Brown reported an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER along the Buck Gulch Trail (240 yards north of the Skipper Trail) in Pike National Forest (access through Pine Valley Ranch Park). Weld County Yesterday, Dixie Smith found a Pacific Loon at Union Reservoir. Larimer County Yesterday, Dixie Smith found GREATER SCAUP at Rist Benson Lake. Dixie Smith reported SURF SCOTER at Lonetree Reservoir. Dixie Smith saw BONAPARTE'S GULL at Boedecker Reservoir. Gary Lefko reported 3 SURF SCOTER at North Poudre Reservoir # 3. On 11/7, Dixie Smith relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS at Timnath Reservoir. On 11/5, Dixie Smith reported WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Dixie Smith reported BONAPARTE'S GULLS at Boxelder Reservoir #3. Broomfield County On 11/10, Lou Mazzola relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. Arapahoe County On 11/10, Stevens relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE (Stevens, 11/6) and 2 COMMON LOONS (Washburn, 10/28). On 11/9, Bill Cryder reported an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Aurora Reservoir. Terry Michaels relocated COMMON LOONS (Petrosky, 10/11). Douglas County On 11/10, Kirk Huffstater relocated 2 LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Boulder County On 11/10, Walter Szeliga reported a WINTER WREN along Saddle Rock Trail, 100 yards from the parking lot at Gregory Canyon. Szeliga relocated SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Szeliga reported a SWAMP SPARROW in the cattails west of the boardwalk at Walden Ponds. Nunes relocated COMMON LOONS (Floyd, 11/6) at Lagerman Reservoir. Floyd reported a Greater White-fronted Goose at Prince Lake #2. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Adams County On 11/10, Stevens relocated the ROSS'S GOOSE (Hatch, 11/9) at Lakecrest. On 11/9, Stevens found a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Weston relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/7, Stevens relocated 2 SWAMP SPARROWS (Andrews, 11/4) and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (see CoBus website for hours it is open to public). Pueblo County On 11/9, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON and COMMON LOONS at Pueblo Reservoir. Denver County On 11/8, B. Arnold relocated a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Hatch relocated COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25). El Paso County On 11/8, Kosar reported a BLACK-LEGGED KITTIWAKE at the Doubletree Hotel in Colorado Springs. On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. Huerfano County On 11/8, Polly Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Bent County Yesterday, Duane Nelson reported from the Las Animas Junction area: a female NORTHERN CARDINAL; a BLUE-HEADED VIREO; a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Washington County On 11/5, Tina Jones reported a RUSTY BLACKBIRD at Last Chance Rest Stop. Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens found a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW at Jackson Reservoir. Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. On 10/24, Joe Roller relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL across from the Visitor's Center at Jackson Reservoir. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Jackson County Yesterday, Stevens and Schiffman found 7 GREATER SAGE GROUSE 2.5 miles up CR 26 at 2.5 miles north of Highway 14. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 BOREAL OWLS just west of Cameron Pass. Stevens & Schiffman found 2 GREATER SCAUP on Lake John Wildlife Area (northwestern pond). On 11/1, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Grand County Yesterday, Stevens & Schiffman relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Clear Creek/Summit Counties Yesterday, Stevens reported an adult male, 1st year male & 4 female BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Zeeto,) at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Lake County On 11/8, Tim Kalbach reported 2 LONG-TAILED DUCK at Turquoise Lake. Kalbach reported SURF SCOTER and BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at the Mt Elbert Forebay. Park County On 11/8, Kellner reported 3 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1) at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Bryan Patrick relocated COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Peterson had a BLACK SCOTER. On 11/8, Kellner relocated COMMON LOONS at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Delta County On 11/8, Dan Garrison reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Sweitzer Lake State Park. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Moffat County On 11/3, Ehlmann relocated 2 DUNLIN (Luke, 10/31) at the County Maintenance Pond along First Street in Craig. Ehlmann relocated TUNDRA SWANS (Luke, 10/29) at Perch Pond south of Craig. Routt County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated 2 PECTORAL SANDPIPER (Dodson, 11/1) at the west end of Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Three Surf Scoters/North Poudre Reservoir #3 From: "Gary" <lefkogt AT coloradobirder.info> Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:54:45 -0000 Scouted this weekend's Larimer County trip with Cheyenne Audubon. Rawhide Energy Plant to Timnath Reservoir--didn't go on to Loveland-area today. Surf Scoter - 3 (North Poudre Reservoir #3) Rest: Red-tailed Hawk Bufflehead California Gull Ring-billed Gull Mallard American Kestrel Eastern Bluejay American Coot European Starling Common Raven Cackling Goose Canada Goose Western Grebe Gadwall Ruddy Duck Northern Flicker Golden Eagle - 3 Red-winged Blackbird Common Goldeneye Bald Eagle Hooded Merganser Horned Grebe Ring-necked Duck Black-billed Magpie House Finch Common Merganser Northern Shoveler Northern Harrier Horned Lark American Goldfinch House Sparrow Rough-legged Hawk American Wigeon Eurasian-collared Dove Rock Pigeon Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn/CO http://ColoradoBirder.ning.com/ -- Home of the "Nunn Guy" Subject: Weld and Larimer Co. From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:08:17 -0000 Today, we saw Pacific Loon at Union Res, Hooded Merganser and Bonaparte's Gull at Boedecker Res., Surf Scoter at Lone Tree Res, and Greater Scaup at Rist/Benson Res. Fawnbrook Inn was a bust--far too nice for rosy finches. Dix Smith Ft. Colllins Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 11, 2009 From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:14:55 -0700 Hello cobirders; New reports from Tuesday: Broomfield (Harris's Sparrow) Arapahoe (Red-necked Grebe, Common Loon) Douglas (Lewis's Woodpecker) Jefferson/Douglas (Parasitic Jaeger) Boulder (Winter Wren, Surf Scoter, Swamp Sparrow) Summit (Barrow's Goldeneye) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Broomfield County Yesterday, Lou Mazzola relocated the HARRIS'S SPARROW (Zorawowicz, 11/9) at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. Arapahoe County Yesterday, Stevens relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE (Stevens, 11/6) and 2 COMMON LOONS (Washburn, 10/28). On 11/9, Bill Cryder reported an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Aurora Reservoir. Terry Michaels relocated COMMON LOONS (Petrosky, 10/11). Douglas County Yesterday, Kirk Huffstater relocated 2 LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Huffstater relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park. On 11/9, Loch Kilpatrick relocated COMMON LOONS (Michaels, 11/7). On 11/7, Terry Michaels reported 2 SURF SCOTERS. On 11/6, Kellner reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. On 11/8, DeFonso relocated COMMON LOONS at Standley Lake. On 11/7, Nick Komar reported a YELLOW-BILLED LOON. On 10/15, Merlynn Brown reported an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER along the Buck Gulch Trail (240 yards north of the Skipper Trail) in Pike National Forest (access through Pine Valley Ranch Park). Boulder County Yesterday, Walter Szeliga reported a WINTER WREN along Saddle Rock Trail, 100 yards from the parking lot at Gregory Canyon. Szeliga relocated SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Szeliga reported a SWAMP SPARROW in the cattails west of the boardwalk at Walden Ponds. Nunes relocated COMMON LOONS (Floyd, 11/6) at Lagerman Reservoir. Floyd reported a Greater White-fronted Goose at Prince Lake #2. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Adams County Yesterday, Stevens relocated the ROSS'S GOOSE (Hatch, 11/9) at Lakecrest. On 11/9, Stevens found a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Weston relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/7, Stevens relocated 2 SWAMP SPARROWS (Andrews, 11/4) and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (see CoBus website for hours it is open to public). Pueblo County On 11/9, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON and COMMON LOONS at Pueblo Reservoir. Denver County On 11/8, B. Arnold relocated a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Hatch relocated COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25). El Paso County On 11/8, Kosar reported a BLACK-LEGGED KITTIWAKE at the Doubletree Hotel in Colorado Springs. On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. Huerfano County On 11/8, Polly Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. Larimer County On 11/7, Dixie Smith relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS at Timnath Reservoir. On 11/5, Dixie Smith reported WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Dixie Smith reported BONAPARTE'S GULLS at Boxelder Reservoir #3. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Washington County On 11/5, Tina Jones reported a RUSTY BLACKBIRD at Last Chance Rest Stop. Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens found a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW at Jackson Reservoir. Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. On 10/24, Joe Roller relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL across from the Visitor's Center at Jackson Reservoir. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/9, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES (Kellner, 11/1) at Lake Dillon. On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1). Yesterday, Zeeto relocated BARROW'S GOLDENEYES at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant. On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Lake County On 11/8, Tim Kalbach reported 2 LONG-TAILED DUCK at Turquoise Lake. Kalbach reported SURF SCOTER and BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at the Mt Elbert Forebay. Park County On 11/8, Kellner reported 3 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1) at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Bryan Patrick relocated COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Peterson had a BLACK SCOTER. On 11/8, Kellner relocated COMMON LOONS at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Delta County On 11/8, Dan Garrison reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Sweitzer Lake State Park. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Moffat County On 11/3, Ehlmann relocated 2 DUNLIN (Luke, 10/31) at the County Maintenance Pond along First Street in Craig. Ehlmann relocated TUNDRA SWANS (Luke, 10/29) at Perch Pond south of Craig. Routt County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated 2 PECTORAL SANDPIPER (Dodson, 11/1) at the west end of Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Grand County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Jackson County On 11/1, Stevens, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Continued Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Cherry Creek Reservoir and Lakecrest From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:40:00 -0700 Hello cobirders; It is midnight and we leave in an hour for mountain owling and birding the rest of the week; therefore I make this quick. This morning I relocated the Red-necked Grebe and 2 Common Loons at Cherry Creek Reservoir (Arapahoe County). Late in the afternoon, I relocated the Ross's Goose and blue form Snow Goose at Lakecrest (Adams County). By the way, one can park in the Wendy's parking area and walk to two blocks over to Lakecrest in Gateway Park. Beware of parking restrictions in Gateway Park. Continued Good Birding, have a good week! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MFESRP_Local_MapsMenu_Resturants_1x1 Subject: Summit County From: Gary Zeeto <gzeeto AT yahoo.com> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:26:05 -0800 (PST) Hello, Property problems forced us to go back up to Breckenridge Sunday night. Monday we looked over Dillon Reservoir. We couldn't find the Long-tailed Duck but did see 4 Barrow's Goldeneyes. This morning a pair of Barrow's Goldeneyes was at the Blue River Water Treatment Plant in Silverthorne. Good birdin' Gary Z Denver Subject: Plaster Reservoir From: Lou Mazzola <mazzolacornoil AT yahoo.com> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:08:58 -0800 (PST) I stopped by Plaster Reservoir today, 11/10/09, and saw the harris sparrow and marsh wren with Eric Zorawowicz. The reservoir is an excellent site for viewing waterbirds, and I highly recommend a trip to the reservoir for duck viewing. I also spotted several American wigeon, 2 belted kingfishers, 3 pied billed grebes, 8+ redhead ducks, 7 bufflehead, a few green-winged teal, 2 pintails, 25 coots, 30+ mallards, 5 ruddy ducks, 7 lesser scaup, some ring-necked ducks, 2 gadwall, 4 shoveler, 3 ring-billed gulls, one red-tailed hawk, one Cooper's Hawk, several flickers, song sparrows, and juncos. The marsh wren was seen just West of the cottonwood stand of trees as one enters from Plaster Circle, the Cooper's hawk was seen flying over part of the lake, and the harris sparrow was feeding at the blue-gray feeder near the eastern side of the golf course. Thanks to Richard, Gary, and Eric for suggesting the reservoir -- it is not far from my home and it is a prolific spot to bird.   Lou Subject: Broomfield and Boulder Ctys From: Rebecca Kosten <kostenrebecca AT hotmail.com> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:59:02 -0700 Hello cobirders, Broomfield County Gary Weston relocated the Harris's Sparrow (Zorawowicz, 11/9) east of Plaster Reservoir. Boulder County Walter Szeliga reports: A Winter Wren up Saddle Rock Trail, Gregory Canyon (GPS: 39.997436N, 105.294635W) A Swamp Sparrow east of the boardwalk at Walden Ponds 40.044311N, 105.187474W Relocating the two female/imm Surf Scoters (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Rebecca Kosten, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MFESRP_Local_MapsMenu_Resturants_1x1 Subject: Arapahoe, Jefferson & Douglas Ctys Tuesday birds From: Rebecca Kosten <kostenrebecca AT hotmail.com> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:11:00 -0700 Hello cobirders, Richard Stevens relocated the Red-necked Grebe (Stevens, 11/6) and two Common Loons (Washburn, 10/28) at Cherry Creek State Park. Kirk Huffstater relocated the Parasitic Jaeger (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park, Jefferson/Douglas Counties. He also relocated two Lewis's Woodpeckers (Huffstater, 11/6) at their "favorite" tree near Louviers. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Rebecca Kosten, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 10, 2009 From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:13:48 -0700 Hello cobirders; New reports from Monday: Broomfield (Harris's Sparrow) Arapahoe (Red-necked Grebe, Common Loon, Lesser Black-backed Gull) Adams (Common Loon, Great-tailed Grackle, Barrow's Goldeneye, Ross's Goose) Jefferson (Parasitic Jaeger, Common Loon) Douglas (Lewis's Woodpecker) Pueblo (Red-throated Loon, Common Loon) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Broomfield County Yesterday, Eric Zorawowicz found a HARRIS'S SPARROW at the Russian Olive Grove and feeders to the north along the east side of Plaster Reservoir. Arapahoe County Yesterday, Jerry Petrosky relocated at Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE (Stevens, 11/6) and 2 COMMON LOONS (Washburn, 10/28). Bill Cryder reported an adult LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL at Aurora Reservoir. Terry Michaels relocated COMMON LOONS (Petrosky, 10/11). Adams County Yesterday, Stevens found a BARROW'S GOLDENEYE on the South Platte River and Tani Reservoir south of 88th Avenue. Stevens relocated GREAT-TAILED GRACKLES at the Tree Nursery south of 152nd Avenue & Picadilly Road. Weston relocated COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. Yesterday, Frank Hatch found a ROSS'S GOOSE at Lakecrest. On 11/7, Stevens relocated 2 SWAMP SPARROWS (Andrews, 11/4) and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (see CoBus website for hours it is open to public). Douglas County Yesterday, Loch Kilpatrick relocated 2 LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Kilpatrick relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) and COMMON LOONS (Michaels, 11/7) at Chatfield State Park. On 11/7, Terry Michaels reported 2 SURF SCOTERS. On 11/6, Kellner reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. On 11/8, DeFonso relocated COMMON LOONS at Standley Lake. On 11/7, Nick Komar reported a YELLOW-BILLED LOON. On 10/15, Merlynn Brown reported an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER along the Buck Gulch Trail (240 yards north of the Skipper Trail) in Pike National Forest (access through Pine Valley Ranch Park). Pueblo County Yesterday, Percival reported a RED-THROATED LOON and COMMON LOONS at Pueblo Reservoir. Denver County On 11/8, B. Arnold relocated a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Hatch relocated COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25). El Paso County On 11/8, Kosar reported a BLACK-LEGGED KITTIWAKE at the Doubletree Hotel in Colorado Springs. On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. Boulder County On 11/8, David Waltman relocated SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Nunes relocated COMMON LOONS (Floyd, 11/6) at Lagerman Reservoir. Floyd reported a Greater White-fronted Goose at Prince Lake #2. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Huerfano County On 11/8, Polly Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358, La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. Larimer County On 11/7, Dixie Smith relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS at Timnath Reservoir. On 11/5, Dixie Smith reported WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Dixie Smith reported BONAPARTE'S GULLS at Boxelder Reservoir #3. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Washington County On 11/5, Tina Jones reported a RUSTY BLACKBIRD at Last Chance Rest Stop. Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens found a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW at Jackson Reservoir. Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. On 10/24, Joe Roller relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL across from the Visitor's Center at Jackson Reservoir. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Lake County On 11/8, Tim Kalbach reported 2 LONG-TAILED DUCK at Turquoise Lake. Kalbach reported SURF SCOTER and BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at the Mt Elbert Forebay. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/8, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1) & BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Park County On 11/8, Kellner reported 3 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1) at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Bryan Patrick relocated COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Peterson had a BLACK SCOTER. On 11/8, Kellner relocated COMMON LOONS at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Delta County On 11/8, Dan Garrison reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Sweitzer Lake State Park. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Moffat County On 11/3, Ehlmann relocated 2 DUNLIN (Luke, 10/31) at the County Maintenance Pond along First Street in Craig. Ehlmann relocated TUNDRA SWANS (Luke, 10/29) at Perch Pond south of Craig. Routt County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated 2 PECTORAL SANDPIPER (Dodson, 11/1) at the west end of Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Grand County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Jackson County On 11/1, Stevens, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Continued Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141665/direct/01/ Subject: Update on Jason Cooper From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 23:48:48 -0700 Hello cobirders; Good news about a nice young man. Hi Friends, Jacob had surgery today to remove, resurface and reconnect portions of his left lung. The surgery was deemed a success. He will probably leave the hospital on Wednesday. He and his dad will work on his recovery in a motel through the weekend. The hope is that Jacob will be able to return to classes in a week. He wants all his friends to know that he's O.K. Andrea Robinsong hotchkiss _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Adams County Birding From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 23:39:18 -0700 Hello cobirders; After seeing the Harris's Sparrow and Marsh Wren east of Plaster Reservoir in Broomfield County: Since I was already out for the day, I walked the South Platte River from 88th avenue to I225 and back to see if any uncommon waterfowl had arrived this season. (Adams County, approximately 5.0 miles round trip). A male Barrow’s Goldeneye was on the Platte River at about 50 yards south of the green/white tower area. It eventually flew up circled West Gravel Lakes and headed toward Tani Reservoir (east of the Platte River, south of East Gravel Lake). No additional uncommon waterfowl (Long-tailed Ducks, etc) were found. Next, I scanned Barr Lake (Adams) from the north end of the dam. Many species of waterfowl were below the dam. No Barrow’s Goldeneyes, Greater Scaups, Loons, or Long-tailed Ducks were picked out. However, from the Boat Ramp inside Barr Lake, two Common Loons were seen to the north. Twelve to eighteen Great-tailed Grackles have been around the south end of the Tree Nursery at Picadilly Road and 152nd Avenue and House just South of the Nursery. I ended my birding day with a walk along the northern side of Barr Lake (from mile marker 5.5 to 4.0). No uncommon gulls were found among the hundreds of gulls that were out there. Continued Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141665/direct/01/ Subject: Aurora and Chatfield Res. From: Terry Michaels <tmcolorado AT gmail.com> Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 17:10:06 -0700 Hello birders, I scoped Aurora Res. from the swim beach. Didn't see a Lesser Black backed Gull but I did see two Common Loons. The Parasitic Jaeger and Common Loons are still at Chatfield State Park. Terry Michaels Littleton, CO Subject: Red throated Loon at Pueblo Lake State Park From: Bryan Ehlmann <graybirder AT hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:13:19 -0700 Hello cobirders, Brandon Percival reports a Red throated Loon off the sailboard launch area at Pueblo Lake State Park. He also had 18 Common Loons there on Saturday. Gary Weston and Ray Foster saw 2 Common Loons at Barr Lake this morning. Adams County Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo BryanEhlmann, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141665/direct/01/ Subject: Harris's Sparrow near Plaster Reservoir From: Bryan Ehlmann <graybirder AT hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:09:04 -0700 Hello cobirders, Richard Stevens called to report relocating the Harris's Sparrow and Marsh Wren near Plaster Reservoir. His call: "I stood at the intersection of the two trails northeast of the high school and east of Plaster for 20 minutes. No birds, but a Sharp shinned Hawk flew out of the Russian Olive trees on the north side of the grove. I waited another 20 minutes, no birds. I was about to give up and decided to walk by the trees and the feeders north of the path. A Cooper's Hawk was perched in the trees. Once he left the birds almost instantly came out of the evergreen next to the square, blue gray feeder. About a dozen Dark eyed Juncos, a pair of House Sparrows, two House Finches and the Harris's Sparrow. The Harris's Sparrow stay below the feeder and mostly on the upper tier of railroad ties. It did drop down once to the lower ground level. The Marsh Wren popped up from cattails about 20 feet west of the Russian Olive grove. Only once and only for 5 or 6 seconds. Two Song Sparrows were in there also. Thanks to Eric Zorawowicz for finding and reporting the birds! First county sightings for me!" Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo BryanEhlmann, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: Unclutter your desktop. http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9690331&ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_evergreen:112009 Subject: Cherry Creek and Aurora Reservoirs From: Jerry Petroski <jerrypetroski AT peoplepc.com> Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:01:16 -0700 (GMT-07:00) Hello birders, As Rebecca said, I saw 2 Common Loons to the west of the Bird Platform and the Red necked Grebe directly north toward the handicapped fishing dock. Bill Cryder called to say he saw an adult Lesser Black backed Gull at the Aurora Reservoir swim beach. It followed many gulls north to the Landfill. Good birding! Jerry Petrosky, President, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html ________________________________________ PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com Subject: Arapahoe, Broomfield & El Paso Ctys From: Rebecca Kosten <kostenrebecca AT hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:21:53 -0700 Hello cobirders, Arapahoe County On his way to work this morning, Jerry Petrosky relocated the Red-necked Grebe and Common Loons from the Bird Platform, Cottonwood Creek Loop, Cherry Creek State Park. Broomfield County Eric Zorawowicz found a Harris's Sparrow this morning at Plaster Reservoir. Search the Russian Olive trees and feeder east of the reservoir. El Paso County Yesterday, Bill Kosar found a Green Heron, north side of the South Rice's Pond, Fountain Creek Regional Park. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Rebecca Kosten, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: Unclutter your desktop. http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9690331&ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_evergreen:112009 Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 9, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:16:50 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Sunday: Arapahoe (Red-necked Grebe, Common Loon) Jefferson/Douglas (Parasitic Jaeger, Common Loon) Denver (Pacific Loon, Common Loon) El Paso (Black-legged Kittiwake) Boulder (Surf Scoter, Common Loon, Greater White-fronted Goose) Lake (Long-tailed Duck, Surf Scoter, Barrow's Goldeneye) Summit (Pacific Loon, Long-tailed Duck, Barrow's Goldeneye) Park (Surf Scoter, Common Loon) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Arapahoe County Yesterday, Richard Stevens reported from Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE; 2 COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Stevens reported a RED- THROATED LOON. Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Eric DeFonso relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park. Christian Nunes relocated COMMON LOONS (Michael, 11/7). On 11/7, Terry Michaels reported 2 SURF SCOTERS. On 11/6, Kellner reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. Yesterday, DeFonso relocated COMMON LOONS at Standley Lake. On 11/7, Nick Komar reported a YELLOW-BILLED LOON. On 11/7, Mark Chavez relocated the LEWIS'S WOODPECKER (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. On 10/15, Merlynn Brown reported an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER along the Buck Gulch Trail (240 yards north of the Skipper Trail) in Pike National Forest (access through Pine Valley Ranch Park). Denver County Yesterday, B. Arnold relocated a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Hatch relocated COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25). El Paso County Yesterday, Kosar reported a BLACK-LEGGED KITTIWAKE at the Doubletree Hotel in Colorado Springs. On 11/7, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/7, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. Boulder County Yesterday, David Waltman relocated SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Nunes relocated COMMON LOONS (Floyd, 11/6) at Lagerman Reservoir. Floyd reported a Greater White-fronted Goose at Prince Lake #2. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Huerfano County Yesterday, Polly Neldner found 12-15 EASTERN BLUEBIRDS along CR 358 in La Veta. On 11/7, Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. Adams County On 11/7, Stevens relocated 2 SWAMP SPARROWS (Andrews, 11/4) and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (see CoBus website for hours it is open to public). On 11/6, Stevens reported 3 COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/5, Jerry Petrosky reported from Barr Lake State Park: BONAPARTE'S GULL (Andrews, 11/4); ROSS'S GOOSE (Stevens, 10/30). Larimer County On 11/7, Dixie Smith relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS at Timnath Reservoir. On 11/5, Dixie Smith reported WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Dixie Smith reported BONAPARTE'S GULLS at Boxelder Reservoir #3. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Otero County On 11/7, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Washington County On 11/5, Tina Jones reported a RUSTY BLACKBIRD at Last Chance Rest Stop. Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens found a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW at Jackson Reservoir. Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. On 10/24, Joe Roller relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL across from the Visitor's Center at Jackson Reservoir. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Lake County Yesterday, Tim Kalbach reported 2 LONG-TAILED DUCK at Turquoise Lake. Kalbach reported SURF SCOTER and BARROW'S GOLDENEYE at the Mt Elbert Forebay. Clear Creek/Summit Counties Yesterday, Bill Kaempfer reported a PACIFIC LOON at Lake Dillon. Kellner relocated LONG-TAILED DUCK (Kellner, 11/1) & BARROW'S GOLDENEYE (Kellner, 11/1). On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE- TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Park County Yesterday, Kellner reported 3 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1) at Eleven Mile Reservoir. Bryan Patrick relocated COMMON LOONS. On 11/6, Peterson had a BLACK SCOTER. Yesterday, Kellner relocated COMMON LOONS at Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Delta County Yesterday, Dan Garrison reported 2 BONAPARTE'S GULL at Sweitzer Lake State Park. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Moffat County On 11/3, Ehlmann relocated 2 DUNLIN (Luke, 10/31) at the County Maintenance Pond along First Street in Craig. Ehlmann relocated TUNDRA SWANS (Luke, 10/29) at Perch Pond south of Craig. Routt County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated 2 PECTORAL SANDPIPER (Dodson, 11/1) at the west end of Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Grand County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Jackson County On 11/1, Stevens, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. They found ROSY FINCHES at the Colorado State Forest Visitor's Center. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Cherry Creek Reservoir Sunday and Saturday's birds From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Sun, 8 Nov 2009 21:13:53 -0700 Hello cobirders; After a six hour search for White-tailed Ptarmigan on Loveland Pass today (without success), I drove through Cherry Creek Reservoir (Arapahoe County) on my way home. Bird numbers were way down from Friday's great trip. I did see two Common Loons (eastern sector) and the Red-necked Grebe (between Bird Platform and Handicapped Fisherperson Dock) as I scoped the lake from the Bird Platform, Cottonwood Creek Loop. Many gulls and Pelicans were on the eastern sand spit, however nothing unusual. I have enjoyed some great birding in the nice weather this past week. Difficult to believe that last weekend most roads were closed due to the 2+ feet of snow. Temperatures reached 70s this week. I put the trip reports on the CoBus Trip Blog as emails would have been quite long. Highlights: Saturday Rocky Mountain Arsenal (Swamp Sparrow, Eastern Bluebird) Chatfield Reservoir (Parasitic Jaeger, Surf Scoters) Standley Lake (11 Common Loons, Yellow-billed Loon which took quite a search, eventually leading us to the northern fee area for close views) Continued Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141665/direct/01/ Subject: Denver and Boulder County Sightings, Sunday From: "sueehlmann AT juno.com" <sueehlmann@juno.com> Date: Sun, 8 Nov 2009 17:54:44 GMT Hello cobirders, Denver County Bryan and Kristin Arnold relocated the Pacific Loon (Jones, 11/4) at Marston Reservoir. Boulder County Ted Floyd found a Greater White-fronted Goose at Prince Lake #2. Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Sue Ehlmann, CoBus & RMORC Project Director Brighton, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html ____________________________________________________________ Doctorate Degrees Online Boost your career with an online doctoral degree. Enroll today! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2131/c?cp=wMjKrkGj2XEhNgAqh4Ue5QAAJz3B5Brk71uKWWLbcjffrAJdAAQAAAAFAAAAADMzkz4AAAMlAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAyOQAAAAA= Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 8, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:21:52 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Saturday: Jefferson/Douglas (Parasitic Jaeger, Surf Scoter, Common Loon, Yellow-billed Loon, Lewis's Woodpecker) Adams (Swamp Sparrow, Eastern Bluebird) Denver (Common Loon) Larimer (Surf Scoter) El Paso (Greater White-fronted Goose, Harris's Sparrow) Otero (Common Loon) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Terry Michaels relocated the PARASITIC JAEGER (Kellner, 11/5) and found 2 SURF SCOTERS and a COMMON LOON at Chatfield State Park. On 11/6, Kellner reported a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. Yesterday, Nick Komar reported a YELLOW-BILLED LOON and a dozen COMMON LOONS at Standley Lake. Mark Chavez relocated the LEWIS'S WOODPECKER (Huffstater, 11/6) near Louviers. On 10/15, Merlynn Brown reported an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER along the Buck Gulch Trail (240 yards north of the Skipper Trail) in Pike National Forest (access through Pine Valley Ranch Park). Adams County Yesterday, Stevens relocated 2 SWAMP SPARROWS (Andrews, 11/4) and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD at Rocky Mountain Arsenal (see CoBus website for hours it is open to public). On 11/6, Stevens reported 3 COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/5, Jerry Petrosky reported from Barr Lake State Park: BONAPARTE'S GULL (Andrews, 11/4); ROSS'S GOOSE (Stevens, 10/30). Denver County Yesterday, Komar relocated up to 10 COMMON LOONS (Hatch, 10/25) at Marston Reservoir. On 11/6, Huffstater reported from Marston Reservoir: the mystery loon (looks similar to an Arctic Loon). On 11/5, Stevens also reported 2 TUNDRA SWAN; a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4). Larimer County Yesterday, Dixie Smith relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS at Timnath Reservoir. On 11/5, Dixie Smith reported WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Dixie Smith reported BONAPARTE'S GULLS at Boxelder Reservoir #3. On 11/3, Eric DeFonso relocated LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS (Wild, 10/31) at Timnath Reservoir. Boulder County Yesterday, Walter Szeliga relocated 2 COMMON LOONS (Floyd, 11/6) at Lagerman Reservoir. On 11/2, Frank Hatch relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. El Paso County Yesterday, Rob Hinds reported 5 GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GEESE at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS. On 11/3, Cici Lee found a BONAPARTE'S GULL. Yesterday, David Elwonger banded a HARRIS'S SPARROW at Clear Springs Ranch Wildlife Area. Arapahoe County On 11/6, Richard Stevens reported from Cherry Creek State Park: RED- NECKED GREBE; RED-THROATED LOON; 3 COMMON LOONS. Weld County On 11/4, Leatherman reported a GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE at Crom Lake. Norma Erickson reported a HARRIS'S SPARROW at her Greeley Yard. On 11/2, Todd Deininger relocated a RED-NECKED GREBE (Birchmeier, 10/23) at Union Reservoir. On 11/1, Bryan Guarente relocated a RED-THROATED LOON at Union Reservoir. Ehlmann found a COMMON LOON. Huerfano County On 11/1, Polly Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Otero County Yesterday, Setta Moss reported 2 COMMON LOONS at Lake Holbrook. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Washington County On 11/5, Tina Jones reported a RUSTY BLACKBIRD at Last Chance Rest Stop. Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens found a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW at Jackson Reservoir. Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. On 10/24, Joe Roller relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL across from the Visitor's Center at Jackson Reservoir. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Park County On 11/6, Mark Peterson reported: From Eleven Mile Reservoir; BLACK SCOTER & 2 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1); From Antero Reservoir; LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL; From Spinney Mountain Reservoir; a COMMON LOON (Nunes, 10/31). Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Moffat County On 11/3, Ehlmann relocated 2 DUNLIN (Luke, 10/31) at the County Maintenance Pond along First Street in Craig. Ehlmann relocated TUNDRA SWANS (Luke, 10/29) at Perch Pond south of Craig. Routt County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated 2 PECTORAL SANDPIPER (Dodson, 11/1) at the west end of Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Grand County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Custer County On 11/1, Lisa Edwards found a RED-THROATED LOON at DeWeese Reservoir. Montrose County On 11/1, Bill Harris found a BURROWING OWL at South Park & 11th streets in Montrose. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/1, Kellner reported a male LONG-TAILED DUCK & 19 BARROW'S GOLDENEYES at Lake Dillon. On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE- TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Jackson County On 11/1, Stevens, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. Rio Blanco County On 10/29, Forrest Luke found a DUNLIN & 5 TUNDRA SWAN at Rio Blanco Reservoir. Delta County On 10/29, Evelyn Horn reported 2 WILLET at the east end of Fruitgrower's Reservoir. Chaffee County On 10/23, Ehlmann found a NORTHERN SAW-WHET OWL north of the Buena Vista Overlook. On 10/22, Stevens reported LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS in Buena Vista. Stevens reported PINYON JAYS at the Ruby Mountain parking area. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Red-breasted Nuthatch, Mountain Chickadee at Arvada From: "Marcia" <bomaanka AT yahoo.com> Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:52:48 -0000 I stopped at Arvada Cementary, Jefferson Co, today. A Red-breasted Nuthatch, Mountain(2)and Black-capped Chickadees, Dark-eyed Juncos(2), Black-capped Magpies(3), and Red-shafted Flickers(2) were in the pine trees. Bob Canter, Denver Subject: Surf Scoters @ Larimer Co. From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:52:30 -0000 Today, two Surf Scoters were in the SW corner of Timnath Reservoir. Dix Smith Ft. Collins Subject: Jefferson, Denver, El Paso & Boulder Counties From: Gary Weston <grwestonjr AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 13:18:38 -0700 Hi birders, Jefferson County Nick Komar found a juvenile Yellow-billed Loon and 3 Common Loons in the center of Standley Lake. He relocated the Parasitic Jaeger and 2 Surf Scoters at Chatfield State Park. Denver County Komar found 10 Common Loons at Marston Reservoir, no Pacific Loon, Arctic Loon or Red-throated Loon. One Common Loon showed a lot of white on its side. This could be the "mystery arctic loon". El Paso County Rob Hinds reports 5 Greater White-fronted Geese on Big Johnson Reservoir. Boulder County Yesterday, Ted Floyd reported 2 Common Loons at Lagermann Reservoir and relocated a Common Loon (Kaempfer, 10/25) at Boulder Reservoir. Floyd also relocated the 2 Surf Scoters (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Gary Weston, Vice-President, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders AT yahoogroups.com cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthenet/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. http://www.bing.com/search?q=restaurants&form=MFESRP&publ=WLHMTAG&crea=TEXT_MFESRP_Local_MapsMenu_Resturants_1x1 Subject: Rocky Mountain Arsenal, Adams County From: Gary Weston <grwestonjr AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 13:11:39 -0700 Hi birders, Richard Stevens and Rebecca Kosten have been at Rocky Mountain Arsenal this morning. Richard found 2 Swamp Sparrows. One at the southwest corner of Mary's Lake at 7:45 AM. It first responded to a recording when it was in the willows on the island, then flew to cattails in southwest corner. The second Swamp Sparrow, directions according to Richard: Lake Ladora trail goes south then turns east, then turns south again down to 6th street. As trail turns from east to south there is a large cottonwood tree with a dead 12 foot snag just south of the cottonwood. Swamp Sparrow was loosely associated with 5 Song Sparrows in cattails around and north of this snag. Rebecca showed up at 10:00 and Richard relocated the Swamp Sparrow along Lake Ladora. He couldn't relocate the Mary's Lake bird. They both saw a female Eastern Bluebird and a pair of Yellow shafted looking Northern Flickers at the extreme southeast corner of Ladora. The Harlan's Red-tailed Hawk stayed around the Visitor's Center. Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Gary Weston, Vice-President, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders AT yahoogroups.com cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthenet/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Jacob Cooper still ill.......... From: Gary Weston <grwestonjr AT hotmail.com> Date: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 12:30:10 -0700 Hi birders, I just received this message about young Mr Jacob Cooper............. Dear friends, I just received a call from Jacob's father Mark who asked me to contact our birding community to let you know that Jacob has suffered a collapsed lung for the third time. He is hospitalized in Baton Rouge where he will have surgery on Monday. Jacob's lung is being mechanically inflated until the surgery. Mark is flying down today and will be with Jacob by this evening. Once Mark is there to answer it this evening, you can call Jacob's cell to send good wishes. The family asks that we all hold Jacob in our hearts and prayers. Andrea Robinsong P.S. email Larry Arnold for Jacob's cell number larnold47 AT bresnan.net Gary Weston, Vice-President, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders AT yahoogroups.com cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthenet/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft's powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ Subject: Chatfield State Park Jefferson & Douglas Counties From: Terry Michaels <tmcolorado AT gmail.com> Date: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 11:24:46 -0700 Hello birders, Saturday morning I saw 1 jaeger, people leaning towards Parasitic Jaeger, one Peregrine Falcon, one Common Loon and 2 Surf Scoters. Good birding! Terry Michaels Littleton, CO Subject: Colorado Rare Bird Alert for November 6, 2009 From: cobussec AT hushmail.com Date: Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:18:42 -0700 Hello cobirders, New reports from Friday: Arapahoe (Red-necked Grebe, Red-throated Loon, Common Loon) Adams (Common Loon) Jefferson/Douglas (Jaeger species) Denver (Common Loon) Park (Black Scoter, Surf Scoter, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Common Loon) FRONT RANGE NORTHERN COLORADO Arapahoe County Yesterday, Richard Stevens reported from Cherry Creek State Park: RED-NECKED GREBE; RED-THROATED LOON; 3 COMMON LOONS. Adams County Yesterday, Stevens reported 3 COMMON LOONS (Andrews, 11/4) at Barr Lake State Park. On 11/5, Jerry Petrosky reported from Barr Lake State Park: BONAPARTE'S GULL (Andrews, 11/4); ROSS'S GOOSE (Stevens, 10/30). Jefferson/Douglas Counties Yesterday, Joey Kellner reported a Jaeger species (Kellner, 11/5) at Chatfield State Park (possible Parasitic Jaeger) and a LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL. On 10/15, Merlynn Brown reported an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER along the Buck Gulch Trail (240 yards north of the Skipper Trail) in Pike National Forest (access through Pine Valley Ranch Park). Douglas County Yesterday, Jeff Huffstater reported LEWIS'S WOODPECKER near Louviers (see CoBus website for directions). Denver County Yesterday, Huffstater reported from Marston Reservoir: COMMON LOON (Hatch, 10/25) and the mystery loon (looks similar to an Arctic Loon). On 11/5, Stevens also reported 2 TUNDRA SWAN; a PACIFIC LOON (T. Jones, 11/4). Larimer County On 11/5, Dixie Smith reported WHITE-WINGED SCOTERS at North Poudre Reservoir #3. Dixie Smith reported BONAPARTE'S GULLS at Boxelder Reservoir #3. On 11/3, Eric DeFonso relocated LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULLS (Wild, 10/31) at Timnath Reservoir. El Paso County On 11/5, Mark Peterson reported a MEW GULL and 3 COMMON LOONS at Big Johnson Reservoir. On 11/3, Cici Lee found a BONAPARTE'S GULL. Weld County On 11/4, Leatherman reported a GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE at Crom Lake. Norma Erickson reported a HARRIS'S SPARROW at her Greeley Yard. On 11/2, Todd Deininger relocated a RED-NECKED GREBE (Birchmeier, 10/23) at Union Reservoir. On 11/1, Bryan Guarente relocated a RED-THROATED LOON at Union Reservoir. Ehlmann found a COMMON LOON. Boulder County On 11/2, Frank Hatch relocated 2 SURF SCOTERS (Nunes, 10/21) at Baseline Reservoir. On 11/1, Ehlmann relocated ROSY FINCHES (Stevens, 10/26) at Fawnbrook Inn, Allenspark. Huerfano County On 11/1, Polly Neldner relocated 3 COMMON LOONS (Neldner, 10/16) at Lathrop State Park. SOUTHEASTERN COLORADO Prowers County On 10/25, Ehlmann found a HARRIS'S SPARROW & WHITE-THROATED SPARROW at the Mike Higbee Wildlife Area. Ehlmann found another HARRIS'S SPARROW at Upper Queens Reservoir. NORTHEASTERN COLORADO Washington County On 11/5, Tina Jones reported a RUSTY BLACKBIRD at Last Chance Rest Stop. Morgan County On 10/27, Stevens found a WHITE-THROATED SPARROW at Jackson Reservoir. Stevens relocated a RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER & EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Brush Wildlife Area. On 10/24, Joe Roller relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL across from the Visitor's Center at Jackson Reservoir. Yuma County On 10/25, Ehlmann relocated an EASTERN SCREECH-OWL at Hale Ponds. MOUNTAINS AND WESTERN COLORADO Park County Yesterday, Mark Peterson reported: From Eleven Mile Reservoir; BLACK SCOTER & 2 SURF SCOTER (Kellner, 11/1); From Antero Reservoir; LESSER BLACK-BACKED GULL; From Spinney Mountain Reservoir; a COMMON LOON (Nunes, 10/31). Due to close proximity of the three reservoirs, the same birds may move around to the three lakes. Fremont County On 11/5, Setta Moss relocated a RUFOUS-CROWNED SPARROW at the west end of Tunnel Drive in Canon City. On 10/29, Setta Moss reported an adult male YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER at Centennial Park in Canon City. Mesa County On 11/3 & 11/4, Ehlmann and all reported from the Grand Mesa: WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILL (south of the Visitor's Center); 3 BOREAL OWLS (Spruce Grove Campgrounds to Visitor's Center); at Powderhorn Ski Area: NORTHERN PYGMY-OWL and AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER. On 11/3, Bob Bradley reported a PECTORAL SANDPIPER at Cheney Reservoir. Moffat County On 11/3, Ehlmann relocated 2 DUNLIN (Luke, 10/31) at the County Maintenance Pond along First Street in Craig. Ehlmann relocated TUNDRA SWANS (Luke, 10/29) at Perch Pond south of Craig. Routt County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated 2 PECTORAL SANDPIPER (Dodson, 11/1) at the west end of Stagecoach State Recreation Area. Grand County On 11/2, Ehlmann relocated an AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER (Stevens, 9/29) up the road to the Maintenance Shed at Rabbit Ears Pass. Custer County On 11/1, Lisa Edwards found a RED-THROATED LOON at DeWeese Reservoir. Montrose County On 11/1, Bill Harris found a BURROWING OWL at South Park & 11th streets in Montrose. Clear Creek/Summit Counties On 11/1, Kellner reported a male LONG-TAILED DUCK & 19 BARROW'S GOLDENEYES at Lake Dillon. On 10/31, Stevens reported a WHITE- TAILED PTARMIGAN at Loveland Pass (see website for directions). Stevens relocated Rosy Finches (Brown-capped & Gray-crowned) (Zeeto, 10/30) at the northern rocky cliffs at Silver Plume. NOTE: Mt Evans Road is closed for the season at Echo Lake. On 8/30, Stevens relocated WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN on Guanella Pass. NOTE: Guanella pass is closed from Georgetown access indefinitely; must access from highway 285 at Grant. Jackson County On 11/1, Stevens, Ehlmann & Weston found BOREAL OWLS in the Colorado State Forest. Rio Blanco County On 10/29, Forrest Luke found a DUNLIN & 5 TUNDRA SWAN at Rio Blanco Reservoir. Delta County On 10/29, Evelyn Horn reported 2 WILLET at the east end of Fruitgrower's Reservoir. Chaffee County On 10/23, Ehlmann found a NORTHERN SAW-WHET OWL north of the Buena Vista Overlook. On 10/22, Stevens reported LEWIS'S WOODPECKERS in Buena Vista. Stevens reported PINYON JAYS at the Ruby Mountain parking area. Good birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Amy Davenport, Secretary, Colorado Birding Society Denver, CO Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html Subject: Barr Lake and Cherry Creek Reservoir on Friday From: Richard Stevens <birdertoo AT hotmail.com> Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2009 19:48:31 -0700 Hello cobirders; After only one (and myself) of four birders showed up for this morning's trip to Guanella Pass, we decided to call it off until next week. In the absentee's defense, one stayed up all night with the flu, the other twisted his ankle while hiking on the Grand Mesa this week. Instead, Rebecca Kosten and I visited a couple of local reservoirs today. Temperatures reached the high 60s; winds around 6 mph. Three Common Loons were seen from the boat ramp at Barr Lake (Adams). We did not see the Bonaparte's Gull nor did we walk down to where the Ross's Goose has been hanging out. After lunch, we ended our birding day at Cherry Creek Reservoir (Arapahoe). Here we enjoyed much fortune. We scoped the lake from the bird platform. Two Common Loons were seen to the northwest (off the Lake Loop). Another Common Loon was below the handicapped fisherperson dock way on the other side of the lake. While scoping a raft (?) of Buffleheads between the bird platform area and the fisherperson's dock, we found a beautiful Red-necked Grebe. We continued scoping to the east and found a Red-throated Loon in the eastern section of the lake. Perhaps these birds can be relocated if one gets out early tomorrow morning before a large number of boats are put on the lake? At the southwest marina, there was a large darkish Gull with whitish head and partial but almost blackish bill. We also observed this Gull on 10/30. Jerry Petrosky told me he said a similar Gull on 11/1 but not 10/31 or 11/2. It could possibly be a 1st or 2nd cycle Great Black-backed Gull? Continued Good Birding! Directions to birding spots on CoBus website: http://home.att.net/~birdertoo Richard Stevens; Director, Colorado Birding Society Denver, Colorado Contact CoBus/Report Interesting Birds: 303-324-7994 Subscribe to "cobirders" by sending blank email to: cobirders-subscribe AT yahoogroups.com Read "cobirders" at: http://birdingonthe.net/mailinglists/CBDS.html _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: Unclutter your desktop. http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9690331&ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_evergreen:112009 Subject: Krider's juvenile red-tailed hawk From: "Mary France" <mkf1945 AT comcast.net> Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:49:04 -0700 Tom and Mary France were in search of a different bird when we came upon a Krider's juvenile red-tailed hawk the other day. We've returned to the sight twice since our 1st sighting. The 2nd time, we saw the bird but it flew before we could get a photo of it. Today it was very cooperative and allowed Tom to get a great shot of it. It has been hanging out off Ketcher Road in south Fort Collins near the Colorado Youth Outdoors land east of I 25. You can see it's white head in the photo. We think it's a magnificent specimen. Feel free to view the photo at: http://www.pbase.com/canon_clicker/image/119042912 Tom and Mary France Fort Collins, CO Subject: Krider's form of Red-tailed Hawk @ Weld Co. From: "dixie_smith500" <dixie_smith500 AT yahoo.com> Date: Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:36:25 -0000 During the last week I've observed the subject hawk a number of times at the junction of CR 76 and CR 15 near Timnath Reservoir. Dix Smith Ft. Collins