When leaving work today in Bowie, was excited to see two Y-B Sapsuckers, first of season.  One was a brilliant adult male, the other a drabber version.  They were following each other around and were feasting on shrub honeysuckle berries (unfortunately - a nasty weed).  Have never seen them this early.

Happy October,
Meghan Tice
Bowie, Prince George's County