Ruff-seekers and successful Ruff-viewers; A late afternoon check today of Easton Wastewater Treatment Facility, 3:30 to 4:00 p.m., yielded no sign of the Ruff. I believe he has moved on, and will not be checking again unless there is word that he has returned. For the facility staff, I reaffirmed the appreciation of local birders for the fine cooperation provided. The people I spoke with were: Mollie Faulkner Pete Welty George Roth These three were the ones answering our questions, directing people towards the right roads and ponds, and getting approval to be open for weekend visitor hours. The Talbot County Chapter has had a long history of good relations with facility staff, and their willingness to cooperate has been demonstrated again. If anyone was able to obtain a good photograph of the Ruff, a copy to the facility staff would be greatly appreciated. Their address is: (any of the names above) Easton Utilities 219 N. Washington Street P.O. Box 1189 Easton, MD 21601 Les Roslund Lroslund@bluecrab.org Easton, MD