[va-bird] kiptopeke, 2 oct

["Robert Klages" <CVWO@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

It's October (feels like July) and the hawks are movin' albeit slower than 
hoped for.  Yesterday's total was 304, which was great considering the blue 
skies, warmth and southerly winds. Today was a little better, with many 
sharpies and kestrels on the move. I'd like to think that the upcoming weather 
system will stir some movement, maybe even get some adult accips our way. 

2 oct

OS- 14
NH- 9
SS- 260
CH- 37
RS- 1
BW- 17
RT- 2
AK- 162
ML- 16
PG- 7

TOTAL- 525

As for trapping, things are keeping pace with the hawkwatch. On the first, a 
nice sampling of our raptors was banded, with Cooper's, Merlin, N. Harrier and 
Peregrine paying visits. The lucky folks on the platform this day had quite a 
treat as all these birds eventually were brought up for impromptu 
demonstrations. So, even on the seemingly dull days, birds can be caught and 
seen up close. So, don't be shy, come on down to the park and you just might 
get an up-close look at some of the most amazing birds around. (Oh, yeah. The 
passerines back at Jethro's station are awful neat as well.)

zach smith
kiptopeke hawkwatch

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