[mou] MOU Mille Lacs Trip Highlights

[Pastor Al Schirmacher]

28 people congregated at Dairy Queen in Onamia, the headed north along the 
west coast of Mille Lacs Lake.  Highlights included:

* Two Red-throated Loons at Garrison (fish pull off); possible third at 
Hillcrest.

* Barrow's Goldeneye (probable) at Wigwam Bay.  Many pictures were taken, 
including close ups - hopefully some will be posted.

* Snow Buntings abounded.  Common Redpolls flew over.  Bonapartes were 
everywhere.  A meadowlark put in an appearance at a gravel pit.

* After lunch, a few headed down to Sherburne Refuge, attempting to relocate 
the Black-backed Woodpeckers reported on Blue Hill Trail last Saturday.  Two 
males were discovered, a third (not gender specific) called - satisfying end 
to a good day.

Thanks to all for coming!

Al & Nate Schirmacher
Princeton, MN
Mille Lacs & Sherburne Counties