The highlights of this report are:
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The following warblers were seen during the Dayton Audubon Bird-a-thon April 25th and 26th in places such as Spring Valley Wildlife Area and Englewood MetroPark: Yellow, Yellow-rumped, Yellow-throated, Black-throated Green, Prairie, Palm, Blue-winged, Black-and-white, Prothonotary, and Common Yellowthroat. Also observed were Indigo Bunting, Scarlet Tanager, Orchard and Baltimore Oriole, and Chimney Swift.
On April 27th a Lark Sparrow was seen at Oakes Quarry Park. This Fairborn city park is located just east of the intersection of IR675 and SR 235 on 235.
On April 27th, seen at Hills and Dales MetroPark were Worm-eating, Bay-breasted, and Chestnut-sided Warblers.
On April 27th, American Pipits were seen in the spillway of Caesar Creek Lake dam.
On April 18th, seen at Ronald Reagan Park (also known as Voice of America Park) were Bobolink and Henslow's Sparrow.
On April 18th, observed at Stillwater Prairie were Eastern Meadowlark, Black-and-white Warbler, and Barn Swallow.
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“Tunes in The Trees” A Benefit for Brukner Nature Center Saturday, May 10th, 2008 10:00am – 4:00pm 5995 W. Horseshoe Bend Road, Troy, OH Brukner Nature Center celebrates a day of music, song, hikes and hot dogs. Admission is Free ~ Donations Welcome!
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Drawing for a SWDG Martin guitar will be held at 4pm! Get your
tickets now! Musicians volunteer to perform Bluegrass, Folk and American Acoustic music to raise funds for the wildlife rehabilitation unit. Acquaint yourself with Brukner Nature Center, walk the trails, visit the wildlife, listen to the music, see the special programs including Bee Keepers, Bird Club,Star Gazers, Wood Carvers, Fiber Guild and Gem Club! Something for everyone! Bring your lawn chair and stay the day. 2 Stages ~ 13 Bands ~ 6 Hours of Music ~ 165 Acres ~ Over 40 Wildlife Ambassadors For more information call: 937-698-6493 Brukner Nature Center is a privately funded non profit nature preserve dedicated to environmental education and wildlife rehabilitation. |
| To report rare, unusual, or first-of-the-season sightings in the
Dayton area, call Betty Berry at 937-836-3022 or Ralph Dennler at 937-294-5086.
If you choose to email your report, please send your NAME, DATE, LOCATION and SIGHTING to: audubon@dayton.net This Dayton Audubon Rare Bird Alert is updated periodically as warranted. For last minute updates, call the Dayton Audubon Hotline at 937-640-BIRD(2473). |
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