As with others' observations this weekend, we also noted a reduction in owls. We had five Great Grays and a single Northern Hawk Owl from 3:30 to 5:30 yesterday (Saturday) afternoon in Aitkin County, covering 169, 18, 5, 3, 10 and 210. Most were on 210. Good birding to all! Al Schirmacher Princeton, MN Mille Lacs & Sherburne Counties