I have a friend coming from Albuquerque with Lapland Longspur on her wish 
list as well, so would appreciate any postings for said.  She's also has 
Rusty Blackbirds on her list.  I have not seen any specific locations given 
for that species.

Thanks,

Kurt Schwarz
HowCo
goawaybird at comcast dot net


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve Hersey" <>
To: <>
Sent: Wednesday, February 17, 2010 3:33 PM
Subject: [MDOSPREY] Are the Longspurs at Oland Road still around?


> Hi everyone,
>
> Before I lug my wife & 3-month old up to Oland Road I was wondering if 
> anyone has seen Longspurs (and/or of course Snow Buntings) there since 
> the storms.  They would be a Lifer for us and we'd love to see them,  but 
> I'd rather know if it is likely before we go up this weekend.   Please 
> respond off-list.  Have any others been seen within an hour  from DC? 
> (birding with a baby makes for some logistical difficulties)
>
> Many thanks!
> Steve Hersey
> Washington, DC