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Waterfowl at the White Street Landfill in Greensboro, NC
R to L: Hooded Merganser, male, Ring-necked Duck, male, Hooded Merganser, female, by Lou Skrabec, 1/7/2012

 

Updated through Augt. 11, 2012
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Reminder If you are interested in going on a field trip, always contact the Leader prior to the trip.  That way you will be informed of last minute changes, cancellations, or the leader may need to modify plans according to the number of attendees.

Unless otherwise noted, meetings are at 7:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month, October through April, at the Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch Library, 1420 Price Park Road, Greensboro.
This link will show you a map:
http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/Departments/Library/branches/KCEFB/Map.htm  

Field Trips: the Far Side
by Julien McCarthy

You know how the ducks are always on the FAR side of the lake? Well, here comes a golden opportunity for PBC members to identify, observe, and
photograph wintering migratory waterfowl in Guilford County at close range: Neil Thompson, Greensboro Parks & Recreation Department Lake Activity Specialist,
has scheduled Sunday afternoon pontoon-boat birding trips on Lake Townsend or Lake Brandt. There is also a chance that we can get spontaneous use of the boat
on other days when rare birds are sighted, provided a captain is available.
DATES: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29 --- Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 --- Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25. These are all Sundays.
TIMES: 2:30-4:00 p.m. Overflow trip time: 1:00-2:30 p.m. Trips depart the dock on time, so arrive before these times of departure.
COST: $4.00 per person, CASH.
REGISTRATION: Register in advance with Madeleine Carey, 373-3816, to reserve a seat and to discover which lake is on the agenda. Minimum number of
participants is 4 and maximum is 8 – first come, first served. When necessary, a waiting list for a second trip on the same day at 1:00-2:30 p.m. will be established
for “overflow”.
Life jackets will be provided and should be worn.
Trips will be cancelled in the event of high wind or rain. Check with the coordinator, Madeleine Carey, 373-3816, if weather is questionable.

 Saturday, January 14 – 16
Field Trip: Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel Islands --
We will carpool to the southern end of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel (CBBT) where we will bird around the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. On Sunday morning, in the company of a security escort, we will bird the manmade CBBT islands, which are closed to the general public. After our visit, those wishing to return home on Sunday afternoon may do so. The rest of us will bird at several excellent locations on VA’s Eastern Shore north of the CBBT, including Willis Wharf, Oyster, Kiptopeake, and the ESVNWR. We will return home on Monday afternoon after a brief stop to bird CBBT Island #1. The trip is scheduled for the long, Martin Luther King, holiday weekend.

The CBBT spans 20 miles of open water at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. We will literally be “at sea” with the chance of seeing some great birds (e.g., Purple Sandpiper, Long-tailed Duck, Northern Gannet, Brandt, eiders, alcids, Marbled Godwit, Little Gull, etc. Each visit is an adventure because there is no telling what birds may give us a look or what naval and merchant vessels we may see! Harbor Seals and whales also are possible.

Prior to our visit we will be required to submit information that will be used to grant us security clearance and enable us to stop on the CBBT islands. We will also have to pay an hourly fee for our police escort. A further requirement is that our group cannot have more than 15 birders.

Although the beauty of this “pelagic” trip is that we can’t get sea sick, we can get cold! Bring plenty of warm clothes and windbreakers. Bring your scope if you have one.

Leader: George Wheaton; 336-540-8953, gcwheaton@earthlink.net. If you think you might be interested in this trip, please get in touch with George. He will scout it in November, and will then assemble and communicate the logistical details (e.g., routes, motels, target birds, etc.) for those who are interested. This is George’s favorite place to bird - on shore  -- in Virginia.

The trip will not go if there is little interest, and we will not attempt it in snow or ice.

Thursday, Jan 19
Program: Birding By Boat -- An Introduction to North Carolina's Offshore Pelagic Birding
. NC offers some of the best offshore birding in North America.  In this presentation we'll explore some of the birds and other creatures that may be encountered in North Carolina waters on a birding expedition. This program will be presented by Jeff Pippin, a Master’s Degree holder in biology, specializing in ornithology and etymology, who currently teaches both undergraduate and graduate-level natural history/environmental science courses at the Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment in addition to his research. He has extensive birding skills, having birded in nine countries and has seen over 1600 bird species.
Bird of the Season:
Pelagic Birds: Cory's Shearwater – Julien McCarthy

Saturday, Jan 21
Outing: Greensboro Lakes
– We will meet at 9 a.m. at a location to be determined by the leaders. Ducks, geese, grebes, mergansers, and gulls are our target birds on this tour of lake overlooks. Dress warmly and bring a thermos of something hot; the wind off the lake can be chilling. Bring a spotting scope if you have one. No walking. This is a joint trip with TGPAS.  Leaders; Henry and Elizabeth Link; 273-4672, linkh@bellsouth.net 

Thursday, Feb. 16
Program:
Birding at the End of the World: Antarctica -- PBC members George and Cherrie Wheaton traveled to "The Ice" on an expedition ship in February, 2008. The primary purpose in doing so was to see birds of the Southern Ocean and Antarctic Peninsula. Their expedition, which included a visit to Tierra del Fuego National Park and many Zodiac landings on the Antarctic continent, provided some great birds. More importantly, it instilled a deep appreciation for this most special place and alerted them to the many ecological threats facing the region. George, who has extensive pelagic birding experience and has birded on every continent, considers this trip a highlight of his birding travels. Come join George as he relives this trip through a brief talk and slide show.
Bird of the Season
:
Pelagic Birds: Trinidade (Herald) Petrel – Lou Skrabec

Friday, Feb. 17 – Monday, Feb. 20
Great Backyard Bird Count --
Take part in this Citizen Science event that helps provide a “snapshot” of what birds are where. For more information, go to the website: http://www.birdsource.org/gbbc/

Saturday, Feb 25
Adopt-A-Park -- Members will improve the environment by picking up trash at Greensboro Country Park. Meet at 9:00 a.m. in the parking lot that can be reached by turning onto Orman Road from Lawndale, and then turning left at the intersection. Leader: Cal Weimer, 336-790-5286.

Saturday, March 3
Outing: A&T Farm --
Meet at the Farm entrance at 8:30 a.m. Easy hike around the farm pond and around edge of wet woodland and then by car across McConnell Rd. to more ponds, fields and the hog farm. This is our best site for Wilson’s Snipe and possibly American Pipit. Wear water-resistant footwear, dress in layers. Leader: Emily Tyler; 375-5770, ettyler@triad.rr.com

Thursday, March 15
Program: Birding in Budapest --
Phil Dickinson, co-writer of “Bird’s Eye View” in the Winston-Salem Journal, board member and past-president of the Audubon Society of Forsyth County, will share his birding experience in Budapest. In early May 2011, he and six other local birders and SOBs (spouses of birders) arrived in Budapest upon friend Ferenc Domoki’s invitation to show them the birds of Hungary. They traveled from the capital east to the Zemplen Hills of the northeast and then the marshes around Ferenc’s home city of Szeged.
Bird of the Season:
 Pelagic Birds: White-tailed Tropicbird – Howard  Millican

Saturday,March 24
Outing: Greensboro Lakes --
 We will meet at 9 a.m. Contact leaders for location. Ducks, geese, grebes, mergansers, and gulls are our target birds on this tour of lake overlooks. Dress warmly, and bring a thermos of something hot; the wind off the lake can be chilling. Bring a spotting scope if you have one. No walking. Leaders: Henry and Elizabeth Link; 273-4672, linkh@bellsouth.net

Saturday, March 31
Outing: Whitacre Farm
-- We will visit the Whitacre’s farm in the Bunch Rd. area of Guilford County for an easy walk to look for late winter and early spring birds. Meet at the parking lot of Kernodle Middle School, 3600 Drawbridge Parkway, at 8:30 a.m. for car pooling.  Leader: Carolyn Allen; 288-3045, texallennc@aol.com
 

Frday, April 6 – Sunday, April 8
Field Trip: Huntington Beach State Park and Georgetown area  -- 
This popular trip to the S.C. coast lasts three days (longer for those coming earlier or staying later) and covers several different habitats from fabulous ocean beach, tidal streams and estuaries to lush inland forests and gardens.  We will explore Huntington Beach State Park, and possibly Brookgreen Gardens, Samworth WMA, Murrell's Inlet, and Sandy Island Road, depending on participants’ interests. We should see many gorgeous shorebirds, ducks, terns, gulls, migrating warblers, and if luck is with us, Painted Buntings, Bald Eagles, Oystercatchers, Sora and others. This trip will be well organized from all perspectives including accommodations and meals. Bring snacks, drinks and food for breakfast and lunch. Pack for a variety of dry to wet weather; it could get chilly in the mornings.  Participants will be given a detailed itinerary before departure which will resolve most questions. Be sure to contact the leader: Emily Tyler; 336-375-5770, ettyler@triad.rr.com to ask questions and sign up at least two weeks before the departure date.

Saturday, April 14
Outing: Randolph County --
Beginning at 8:30 a.m. we get the opportunity to explore Jane and Craig Lawrence's exemplary preserve in Randolph County, NC. Indigenous and migratory species should be abundant. We will listen and look for birds, flowers, mammals, reptiles, etc. The walking is easy and slow and temperatures should be cool to warm. Deciduous and evergreen forests abound as well as newly overgrown clearings, streams and ponds. It's got it all folks! Bring water, snacks and a contribution for the famous potluck lunch and enjoy cordial conversation as we share our company and discuss the day's treats. Contact Jane or Craig; 336-381-0555; jewelwing.jane@gmail.com to sign up (give them a week's notice for this one please) and ask questions. Rain will cancel the day but the outing will be rescheduled for Sunday, April 15 if possible.

Thursday, April 19
 Program:
A Flyway Vision: Let birds lead us to our work -- Heather Starck, Executive Director, Audubon North Carolina will join us to discuss Audubon’s new strategic vision and how it relates to our Atlantic Flyway.   
Bird of the Season:
Pelagic Birds:
Wilson's Storm Petrel – Stephen Bryant

Friday, April 20 – Thursday, April 26
 
Field Trip: West Virginia Pilgrimage -- This trip takes advantage of the WV New River watershed & property/home of Julien & Judith on the Bluestone River, a three hour and 15 minute drive from Greensboro, NC. We will explore a variety of habitats: open fields, hardwood / evergreen forest, river bottom, streams, mountains, margins, looking for target species: neo-tropical migrants including Golden-winged Warbler, Black-billed  Cuckoo, Cerulean Warbler, Blackburnian Warbler, both orioles, and both water thrushes. There is an abundance of indigenous species as well.
Logistical considerations and size of accommodations limit the size of the group so only seven members at a time can participate.  Please participate for at least two days during the period. Participants may sign up for three consecutive days. Sign up in at least one week in advance
Provisions needed / meal plans: Breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. daily at the house. All lunches, snacks & beverages for every day should be brought by individuals for their consumption. Suppers will be impromptu/communal or individual & there are a variety of restaurants close at hand. Physical difficulty & weather: There will be many short walks and a couple of optional walks up to a mile or two. The weather will vary from cold to warm. All mornings will be cold.
Overview: We rise at 7 a.m. and at 9 a.m. and will travel daily by vehicle to several different sites and will stop for short walks. We will break for lunches (no restroom facilities in the field). We will return to the property/home in late afternoon/evening for social/local birding activity.
Leaders: Julien & Judith; home; 336-656-4774, Julien e-mail jbm@triad.rr.com, Judith cell, 336-339-5001, Julien cell, 336-706-9003 (rarely on except during the pilgrimage) Sign up at least one week in advance
Directions: a map will be provided to all participants after signing up. Carpooling is encouraged and is a must on expeditions away from the property.  It makes sense to arrive on the evening before you intend to participate in expeditions because we leave promptly at 9 a.m. each day. An abundance of inclement weather in the forecast will result in cancellation of this trip! Participants will be notified by trip leaders.

Saturday, April 21
Earth Day at KCEF Library
-- If you would like to help with the Club's educational exhibit at this well-attended event, please contact Emily Tyler at 375-5770, ettyler@triad.rr.com to sign up for a two-hour shift. On-the-Job training is provided and you don’t need to be an expect birder. Beginners are welcome.
 Sunday, April 22
Outing: Smith River Greenway --
Our destination for this trip is the Smith River Greenway located in Eden, NC.  This well-graded 1.5 mile walking path winds through riparian habitats along the Smith River.  We will walk a total of three miles including the return trip, but there are “off the main trail” paths we can follow to see more habitat.  This is one of the best migration areas I have found in Rockingham County.  In April a number of vireo and warbler species are possible. (I have seen 20 warbler species at this location in the past three years.)  Woodpeckers, chats, flycatchers, and thrushes are possible as well.
Bring water and snacks.  Insect repellant might also be desirable.  Check the weather and dress appropriately.  Binoculars are all that’s needed here.  We will meet at the trailhead located in the YMCA parking lot off Kennedy Street in Eden at 9 a.m., Sunday, April 22.  From Greensboro take 29 North to the Hwy 14 (Reidsville, Yanceyville, Eden, exit 153), turn left at the light.  Drive 11.6 miles then turn left onto Kings Highway in Eden.  Go .2 mile and turn right on Kennedy (second right).  The trailhead is in the parking lot .2 miles on the left (You should easily see it as you approach).  Leader: Marty Wall; 336-587-1872,
martin@martinwallphotography.com   Be sure to call with questions and to sign up at least three days in advance.  This trip is canceled in case of rain.

Saturday, April 28

Spring Bird Count
-- Teams will count birds in assigned areas within the designated 15-mile circle. Some teams need new counters for all or part of the day, and new birders are welcome. Mostly riding or mostly walking, depending on team assignment. Bring drinks and binoculars; dress for weather. The tally is the following afternoon. Compiler and Assignments Coordinator; Elizabeth Link: 273-4672, elzlink@yahoo.com

Sunday, April 29

Outing: Beaver Dam Trail at Plainfield Road -- Lynn Moseley and Ann Walter-Fromson have initiated this new adventure into one of the more diverse areas that we are privileged to visit. This property is a recent acquisition of the new Guilford County Open Space program. This is an easy walk of about two miles round trip along a margin bound on one side by mature, mixed forest and either a creek, a fresh marsh or a beaver dam/pond on the other. Who could ask for more so close to Greensboro? We will likely find most of the local woodpeckers and there is a colony of Red-headed ones there. Of course the spring migration will be in full swing so warblers, tanagers, vireos, etc. could be numerous. There is a chance that an American Bittern will be passing through (cross your fingers--it's been seen here for years). There could be a decent array of gorgeous wildflowers too and we often find interesting mammals, reptiles, etc. so come on and join us for this exciting foray into the outdoors.

We will meet at 1 p.m. in the parking lot at Lake Brandt Marina, Greensboro, NC and carpool from there. Be sure that you look at the weather forecast to see how cool or warm it will be and dress accordingly. You will be near water, mud, etc. so wear appropriate boots. Bring drinks and snacks and be prepared to stay out until about 4 p.m.  This is a joint trip with TGPAS. To sign up at least three days in advance and ask questions contact Lynn Moseley; 336-226-4353, lmoseley@guilford.edu or Ann Walter-Fromson; 336-299-9494, annwf7@gmail.com.   These two experienced leaders are quite knowledgeable and are educators. We will all learn a lot on this outing so new birders will find this one most interesting, beautiful and informative. See you there!! Rainy weather will cancel this outing.
Wednesday, May 2
Outing: Blue Ridge Parkway via Kibler Valley & Squirrel Spur Road
--  The beginning of the birding territory is about 45 miles North of Greensboro at Kibler Valley, a one hour drive. We will travel about 20 miles through Kibler Valley  and then up Squirrel Spur Road to the Blue Ridge Parkway where we will go about seven miles to Rt. 58 and then home. We will have about 4-5 hours of good birding. The territory will cover lush valleys to scenic altitudes at the BRP. There will be many stops to walk short distances and view canopies from overlooks. The spring migration will be in progress revealing warblers, tanagers and vireos as well as resident birds.  Gorgeous wildflowers will be blooming too. The views are spectacular and the traffic will be minimal. Rest stops are infrequent, but we will stop as needed. Bring lunch, snacks and drinks. We will picnic at an overlook at an appropriate time/ location depending on the group's needs.

Please come to explore a new, scenic and lightly traveled approach to the BRP allowing for spectacular views and relatively placid birding. New members and less experienced birders will be nurtured by the more seasoned folks.
Contact Julien McCarthy or Judith Pate; 336-656-4774, jbm@triad.rr.com at least three days in advance to sign up and ask questions. We will depart at 8 a.m. sharp, from the Food Lion parking lot at the junction of Rtes. 150 and 220 in Summerfield. Carpooling is essential. Limit 14 people.  A forecast of inclement weather will cancel the outing.

Saturday, May 5
Birding 101 - Introduction to Birds and Birding: Session 1 --
Co-sponsored by the PBC and TGPAS at the KCE Library at Price Park in Greensboro, this interesting, educational outing is intended to bring relatively new birders together with experts in an effort to nurture those wanting a compressed learning experience that not only will be informative, but also great fun together in the field. We are fortunate that retired professor, Dennis Burnette, has designed and will be teaching this class on the basics about birds and birding. The class, a PowerPoint presentation plus questions and answers, will last around 45 minutes and will be indoors at the KCE Library. It will cover spotting techniques, binocular usage, and identification using field marks, etc.   The walk will be a beautiful, one-hour jaunt along a trail in that park consisting of mixed forest and open fields and there will be seasoned birders to help and coach. Bring equipment, binoculars and field guides that you
already possess. It could be a little cool in the morning so dress according to the forecast. You should bring your drink and snack for the easy trail walk. Sign up at least three days in advance and ask questions by contacting Dennis Burnette: 336-299-4342, DEBurnette@triad.rr.com
The general public, including older children accompanied by an adult, is welcome.

Sunday, May 6
Outing: South West Park Outing for Physically Challenged members --
For those folks who cannot attend most PBC outings, this outing could be a lot of fun. Often we see many indigenous birds at South West Park and this time of year we will see migratory birds like warblers, tanagers and vireos. There is a convenient new overlook there donated by the TGPAS chapter where we can sit comfortably and observe whatever passes by. Obviously this will be a very easy outing so grab a drink and a snack to bring as well as your favorite outdoor chair and call one of the leaders below to sign up and ask questions. Don't forget your binoculars and field guides and be sure to check the weather forecast and dress accordingly. The leaders will assist you all the way through and if you need a ride we will come to you and take you to the park (“on Jeeves!"). Leaders: Julien McCarthy, 336-656-4774; Jean Murdick, 336-340-5484; Dennis Burnette, 336-299-4342. 

Saturday, May 12
Outing: The Summit at Haw River State Park
-- We will walk the wooded trails down to the lake and along the boardwalk to the Haw River. This a good place to see a variety of breeding birds including Prothonotary Warbler, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, and Great Blue Heron. We will visit a nearby cut-over area to see Yellow-breasted Chats, Blue Grosbeaks, Indigo Buntings, Prairie Warblers and more. Contact the leader for meeting time and directions. Leader: Emily Tyler; 375-5770, ettyler@triad.rr.com

Saturday, May 19
Birding 101 - Introduction to Birds and Birding: Session 2
-- Learn about how to feed birds and attract them to your yard. Co-sponsored by the PBC and TGPAS at the KCE Library at Price Park in Greensboro, this session will be aimed at beginners who want to learn the basics about attracting birds to your yard and feeders. This class will have an indoor classroom component of about 45 minutes in length consisting of a narrated PowerPoint presentation and question and answer session. It will be followed by an easy one-hour bird walk to learn to spot birds, use binoculars, and begin picking out field marks used in identification. The classes will be open to the public, including older children who are accompanied by an adult. This outing occurs rain or shine. Bring a drink and snacks if you like.
Sign up at least three days in advance and ask questions by contacting Dennis Burnette: 336-299-4342,
DEBurnette@triad.rr.com

Saturday, May 19
Spring Picnic at Greensboro Country Park,
Shelter #1 – There will be a short bird walk at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 6:00 p.m. Bring a covered dish; beverages utensils and paper products will be provided. Parking is at the end of the Natural Science Center parking lot off Lawndale Drive.  This event is mostly social. Contact Janet Goins: 336-665-1883, gons5@aol.com

Saturday, May 26
Outing:  Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail --
 Located adjacent to the famous Chinqua-Penn Plantation close to Reidsville, NC  (very near Greensboro), this outing is very special. We will walk about 1.5 miles along an easy trail that passes beside two ponds, through mature hardwood forest, along a gentle creek and through fields/pastures.  Species that could appear include Eastern Meadowlark, Grasshopper Sparrow, Blue Grosbeak, Summer Tanager, Acadian Flycatcher, and all six woodpeckers (WOW).  We will walk the loop counter-clockwise and cover the upper fields first. Spotting scopes will give good views of birds on fences at a distance so bring one if you have it. White-tailed Deer are common in the morning. Next we will enter the forest where many typical species should appear. Here we can work on “birding by ear".  We will then walk the boundary between forest and field up to “Turkey Pond” where aquatic species may be.  We exit then through an open forest where we are likely to see those fabulous woodpeckers.
Be sure to bring drinks and snacks and check the weather so you'll know how to dress. Don't forget binoculars and field guides and bring a scope too if you have one (most folks share these well). We should all be at the trailhead by 8 a.m. From Greensboro, take the exit for NC 14 West and go 3.2 miles to Salem Road. and turn left there. Travel to the intersection of Wentworth St. and turn right onto it. Now go 0.4 miles and just past the Chinqua-Penn entrance to the parking lot at the trail head. (NC Atlas & Gazetteer
pg. 18)
Marty Wall leads this outing. Be sure to call with questions and to sign up at least three days in advance; 336-587-1872,  martin@martinwallphotography.com.  This trip is canceled if it rains.

Friday, June 1 – Sunday, June 3
Field Trip: The Howell Woods --
Our president; Jim Strickland, will lea this overnighter to Howell Woods in Johnston County,  near Four Oaks, NC where there are 2800 acres of pine and hardwood forests, streams, brushy meadows and rivers. In this varied habitat we could find lots of beautiful warbler species, tanagers, woodpeckers (including the Red-headed), Indigo Buntings, and maybe even a Mississippi Kite! We will walk a lot on easy, level trails leading around the property.
 We can accommodate up to 12 people on this trip and will be staying in communal cabins which have bunk beds (rarely anyone ever having to sleep in the upper bunk) and a shared kitchen. Be sure to bring food to prepare your breakfasts and lunches as well as your drinks and snacks. We will eat dinners at local restaurants.
Due to reservation requirements, participants must sign up by the first week in May! Contact Jim Strickland; 336-248-6979 home, 336-239-2800 cell, jimbird.strickland@gmail.com to sign up and ask questions.
This is a “rain or shine trip". Jim will contact participants to finalize the departure time and location.

Saturday, June 9
Introduction to Birds and Birding: Session 3 -- Co-sponsored by the TGPAS and PBC at the KCE Library at Price Park in Greensboro. This interesting, educational outing is intended to bring relatively new birders together with experts in an effort to nurture those wanting a compressed learning experience that will not only be informative, but also great fun together in the field. We are fortunate that retired professor, Dennis Burnette has designed this class on the basics about birds and birding and will be teaching the class using a PowerPoint presentation. The class, including questions and answers, will last around 45 minutes and will be indoors at the KCE Library at Price Park in Greensboro. It will cover spotting techniques, binocular usage, and identification using field marks, etc.   The walk will be a beautiful, one-hour jaunt along a trail in that park consisting of mixed forest and open fields and there will be seasoned birders for help and coaching. Bring binoculars and field guides that you already possess. It could be a little cool in the morning so dress according to the forecast. You should bring a drink and snack for the easy trail walk.
Sign up at least three days in advance and ask questions by contacting Dennis Burnette: 336-299-4342,
DEBurnette@triad.rr.com . The general public including older children accompanied by an adult are welcome.

Saturday, June 16
Field Trip: Off-shore Birding for Pelagic Species with Captain J. Brian Patteson
-- Check out the marvelous opportunities at sea with this most experienced off-shore guide in his newsletter at www.seabirding.com. We intend to coordinate sign-up and motel accommodations for this expedition. Obviously many things will be observed on the way to the Gulf Stream from Hatteras, NC such as Cetaceans, turtles, fish and of course many pelagic birds. Members who have independently done this trip rave about it so come on and let's put out to sea for a “once-in-a-lifetime" adventure.  This is tentative based on the schedule that Capt. Patteson decides to establish so we must have at least six members to commit to this trip by the end of October, 2011.  Otherwise, perhaps we can take this trip as a “bonus trip” once Capt. Patteson sets other dates for trips on his Web site. Leader: Julien McCarthy; 336-656-4774, jbm@triad.rr.com

Saturday, August 11
 Outing: Archie Elledge Water Treatment Center in Winston-Salem -- This trip has been described as “the best site in the Triad for migrating shorebirds.”  We’ve also seen Yellow-billed Cuckoos and a variety of raptors there and were pleased on the 2011 trip to see a Black Tern, a life bird for many! Leader; Louise Brown: 233-7531,  
piedmontbirder@triad.rr.com

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