This has been a worthwhile discussion (both threads) and I have learned a lot. I still plan on not using my app while out birding, but I certainly respect others who choose to be judicious about their use and those who use recorders and are guides. Sean Paul Kelley Central San Antonio Edit your Freelists account settings for TEXBIRDS at //www.freelists.org/list/texbirds Reposting of traffic from TEXBIRDS is prohibited without seeking permission from the List Owner