Observation start time: 08:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 7 hours
Official Counter: David Brown
Observers: Joe Francis, Kim Steininger, Lana Glass, Steve Minner
Visitors: 8
Weather: Sunny with a decent amount of cirrus clouds in the morning but fewer in the afternoon. Light southerly winds. Pleasant day.
Raptor Observations: The day was slow to get going without much wind. Light migration throughout the day. A moderate Turkey Vulture flight. A late Osprey. Moderate Bald Eagle activity with up to four seen soaring together and six counted as migrating. One harrier and a few Accips. Ten red-shoulders but only three red-tails. The only falcons were one kestrel and one Merlin.
Predictions: Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Very warm. High 76F. Winds SW at 5-10mph. Expect light to moderate migration.
Thursday: Mix of sun and clouds. Near record high temps. High 78F. Winds SW at 10-15mph. Expect light to moderate migration.
Friday: Rain showers early then mostly cloudy later. Very warm. High 76F. Winds W at 10-20mph. Expect moderate migration once it clears up. ======================================================================== Report submitted by David Brown (<davidebrownpa...>) Ashland Nature Center information may be found at: www.delnature.org
