Observation start time: 07:00:00 Observation end time: 15:00:00 Total observation time: 8 hours
Official Counter: Noel Herdman, Paul Gosselin
Observers: Corinne Allsop, Hugh Kent, Liz Kent, Michael St. Pierre, Mike Jaber, Noel Herdman
Visitors: Big thanks to Noel and Paul who were the official counters helped by Mike J, Mike P, Corinne A, Hugh and Liz. It was good to meet Evelyn and Neil, Michael and Paula from Ottawa, and Trevor and Ann from UK who all took a great interest in the hawk watch.
Weather: Wind started moderate from the north strengthening then turning East. Temp reached 26c in the afternoon. Visibility was good under thin layer of clouds.
Raptor Observations: Turkey Vulture's (205) took the top spot today closely followed by Sharp-shinned Hawks (184). A few kettles of Broad-winged hawk appeared later in the day.
Non-raptor Observations: American Pelican numbers continue to grow and 11980 Blue Jays flew past going west. The list is at: https://ebird.org/checklist/S274531683
Predictions: As the forecast for tomorrow is very like today we should get a similar mix of raptors as today. ======================================================================== Report submitted by Paul Gosselin (<paulgosselin25...>) Holiday Beach Hawk Watch information may be found at: http://hbmo.ca/
