The day started out chilly and slow for birding, but picked up as it got warmer. 33 birders got 45 species at Dos Picos Park, highlighted by life looks at a Sora, as attached pictures show. Moving on to Rangeland Rd., we were rewarded with nice views of both dark light morphs of Ferruginous Hawks, beautiful Mountain Bluebirds and a big flock of Cattle Egrets. At one point, we had simultaneous scope-views of a Golden Eagle and a Bald Eagle. We capped off Rangeland Road with looks at Burrowing Owls guarding their artificial burrows. 64 species total on a fine day for birding!
Hal Benham
