I know that ethical birding requires us to be mindful of private property,
so I completely agree that the needs of property owners are the primary
consideration when a rarity is located. However, I think it is discourteous
in the extreme not to notify the current president of the local bird club
immediately when a rarity is sited in that club's local area. The club
president can coordinate with local members to carpool and minimize
disruption to the property owners and their neighbors.
Birding is a is a recreational activity that should be open to birders at
all experience levels, not to a select few, even (perhaps especially) when
there's a rare bird in the vicinity.
On another topic, Turkey Point was dismal today, with clouds at treetop
levels and rain beginning shortly after 10:00 a.m. I did spot one Merlin and
one Sharp-shinned, and was entertained by a pair of Towhees who were both
visible and vocal.
Pat Valdata
Elkton
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