Hi all-  I too, am seeking Lapland Longspurs as well for my life list. Already struck out twice. I was tempted to drive up to Carroll Co near Taneytown, but if Frederick is productive...  Horned Larks were there the last time I visited.
Diane

--- On Wed, 2/17/10, Karen Caruso <> wrote:

From: Karen Caruso <>
Subject: Re: [MDOSPREY] Are the Longspurs at Oland Road still around?
To: 
Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2010, 3:51 PM

Rusty blackbirds have been reported at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Anne Arundel County, most recently on the railroad bed trail - however, the trail is under 3 feet of snow this week.  Earlier in the year they were seen in the fields on Plummer Lane between Rt 4 and Wrighton Road (bordering the JBWS property).

Karen Caruso
Riva, MD

Kurt R. Schwarz wrote:
> 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