April started out cool with an early snowstorm. April continued to have cooler temperatures and northern winds. Winter just did not want to give up. By the last week of April and the beginning of May, temperatures warmed up and the wind came from the south. This allowed the migration to get in full swing by the first week of May.

The Ferncliff (Wednesday) Field Trip found a good number of warblers. If you go to Vassar Farms please be on the lookout for the Kentucky Warbler. This would be the 5th year if it returns. Also look for last year’s Golden-winged Warbler. Please alert if you find either one so we can put out the word to our members.

The Red-necked Grebe at Norrie Point was seen from the end of March through April 23rd by several observers. Two others were found by Sue Infante at Madam Brett Park in Beacon the end of March. Carena stopped after a field trip and found them still there on April 16th. The water was high most of the month and only three shorebird sightings were reported. See April Records. David Arner reported with his April records that he thought he saw a Golden Eagle on the 16th and 23rd in South Bay but was not sure of ID. This seems late for Golden Eagle sightings.

Red-necked Grebe at Madam Brett Park, 4/16/03

May is the best month to get out to see and hear migrating birds as they come north to their breeding areas. So grab your binocs and enjoy May’s birding experience. Good birding to all.