Re Derek's request on locations: (I can't reply directly)
The redstarts were in the undergrowth along the Paint Branch Trail
adjacent to the golf course, mostly along the long straight section of
trail, and the Rose-breasted Grosbeak was near Cherry Hill Road, near
the edge of the worst 2001 tornado damage.
At first I thought the breeze would be too much for good birding, but it
turned out to be a good bird walk. Its the first time I have been on
that trail in several years. I expect to be a more frequent visitor.
Cliff Comeau
Beltsville, MD |