Over the past few weeks the Schofield Flowage (Eau Claire River
Flowage) has been drawn down for repairs to the dam. This has exposed
a nice mudflat for migrant shorebirds as a result of this drawn down.
Up to eleven shorebird species have been seen here so far, which
include both Stilt and Baird's Sandpipers, and Short-billed Dowitcher.
No big numbers for any of the shorebirds have been seen, except for
Killdeers which are increasing, but at least this area is attracting
shorebirds as they migrate southward. The only place available for
viewing is from the area behind the City of Schofield garage on Drott
Street, where they park their trucks and other equipment and is close
to the dam itself. A boat landing is here, and a small park with
benches are located on the north side of the garages. I'm trying to
check this area everyday as it looks like a nice spot now for
Buff-breasted Sandpiper to show up.
--
Dan Belter
Marathon County, WI
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