Visitors: Thanks to Hugh, Liz, Noel, Elizabeth, Kitty and Patrick who hung in there with us through the morning despite the miserable weather. At least we had the warblers for entertainment!
Weather: Count abandoned due to rain. Slight northerly winds largely held up by the front coming from the south-west. Showers beginning early, turning to sustained rain by 0800 EST. Eased slightly in the afternoon, but remained overcast with regular showers.
Raptor Observations: Only one Sharp-shinned Hawk to report, and it was probably a bird which had stopped to kill the rainy day in the reserve and make the most of the passerine fall.
A very busy day for the small birds, with a large mixed flock of vireos, chickadees and warblers keeping us entertained. A small flock of Swainson's and Hermit Thrush along with the first Northern Parula for the season were the day's highlights.
Predictions: Conditions are expected to be much the same as today with regular showers, overcast skies and slight northerly winds. With a period of relative calm in the morning and patches of calmness in the afternoon, we may see some Sharp-shinned Hawk and falcons moving through after being held up today.
Looking forwards to Friday, today and tomorrow's bad weather along the southern Ontario Peninsula may work in our favour, holding up the Broad-winged Hawks until conditions become perfect - Friday could be a big one! ======================================================================== Report submitted by Michael Burton-Smith () Holiday Beach Hawk Watch information may be found at: http://hbmo.ca/
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