This may not be noteworthy, but I cannot recall seeing so many Common 
Goldeneyes. Today,  I believe there were over 50.  A fair amount of 
Buffleheads, and a male Common Merganser.  The light today was very good.   
It allowed one to see the purple in the Bufflehead's head.  I look through a 
camera lens at about 27 power, and I did not count.  But I think that all of 
them are beautifull.  If you have a good spotting scope, I think you will 
get some very good looks.  I am interested in the Columbia lakes.  When they 
freeze over, if someone would let me know, I would be most appreciative.  
Please let me know off line.  Thanks!

Greg Futral
Baltimore, MD


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