Observation start time: 10:00:00 Observation end time: 14:00:00 Total observation time: 4 hours
Official Counter: John Weeks
Observers: John Weeks
Visitors: Doreen and Len Oshinskie; it was a pleasure to enjoy warm conversation with them on this first frigid day of the fall watch. Doreen told me about a Connecticut destination, Weir Farm National Historical Park, which preserves the home and studio of the impressionist J. Alden Weir. Chris and I will definitely set aside a day for a visit. Len just passed the (rigorous!) course leading to certification as a Master Gardener. Congratulations, Len!
Weather: Nearly overcast all watch (CLCV 90-95%). Wind NNW 3-12 mph. Temperature 44-46 F. Squalls of virga visible from time to time north of Blueberry Hill; no precipitation on the Hill itself.
Raptor Observations: Still wringing some Turkey Vultures from the northeast; one group of 12 seen. Not counted as migrants: immature Bald Eagle, Red-shouldered Hawk. Non-raptor Observations: Canada Geese (37), Blue Jays (3), American Crows (8), Black-capped Chickadee, Purple Finches (2), American Goldfinch, Savannah Sparrow, Palm Warbler, Yellow-rumped Warblers (29; an undercount for sure, since many small, unidentified passerines flew over silently). ======================================================================== Report submitted by John Weeks (<aerie.john...>)
