Roger Newell grew up near the south Wastewater properties. He lives in Florida now and is active in large-bird rehabilitation. On his annual trips back up here we usually find a day to bird together (see May 30 post below). He also visits other parts of Michigan on his trips. On Friday he emailed:
Hi Ric,
In spite of the rain and high water, I was able to tie my record for most species on one of my trips (124). I got 2 Michigan Life birds (American White Pelican and Black-and-White Warbler) and 4 LIFE BIRDS (glimpse of a Virginia Rail at Hofma Preserve), Evening Grosbeak at Hartwick Pines State Park, Clay-colored Sparrow near Gaylord, and finally a Kirtland's Warbler near Gaylord). I was also able to see and get a lousy picture of a male Ruffed Grouse at Lanes Landing (saw one on two different days). Will send some pictures later. Thanks again for birding with me.
Rog Newell
Yesterday he sent many of his photos, several of which are posted below. Most were taken around here. Enjoy!
- Ric
Red-necked Phalarope
Magnolia Warbler
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Hermit Thrush
Eared Grebes
Black-billed Cuckoo
Veery
Redhead
Cross-billed Bald Eagle at Pentwater
Yellow-throated Vireo
Quick shot of Ruffed Grouse on the Lane's Landing road.
Clay-colored Sparrow at Gaylord
Kirtland's Warbler near Hartwick Pines State Park
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