There has been an awful lot of discussion lately here of Maryland Ornithological Society (MOS) business. In case anyone has begun to wonder, this list, MDOsprey, is NOT an MOS-sponsored facility and in no way should it be considered an official or binding forum for MOS business. MDOsprey is meant for the birders in Maryland, whether you belong to MOS or not. Naturally, I think every birder in the state who isn't a member of MOS would be better served in their birding endeavors if they became members, but if you want more info on MOS, go to the MOS State Web Site: http://www2.ari.net/saunderf/mos/mos.html (this *IS* an official MOS site!) I guess in my mind I separate talking here from talking at official functions of the MOS. Like our dear President Clinton, though, perhaps I should learn that when one is in high office, one should be cautious whenever he or she opens their mouth.... So....if I say something outrageous (which I seem to be doing about 2.3 times a week lately) please don't think I'm making pronouncements of MOS policy. Best to all, Norm =============== Norm Saunders Colesville, MD osprey@ari.net