Cold NE winds this day had expectations low . Clearing skies by mid afternoon brought out the raptors as thermals developed quickly. Kettles of 50 birds plus several strings of sqauking Sandhill Cranes made for a nice finish to the afternoon. This day wrapped up the first month of the hawk count and Kevin’s tally of Red-tails is already over 5000 . The Golden Eagle numbers are at 297, a total unimaginable to us all before this season. We still await rarities such as Swainson’s Hawk and Black Vulture. A few days of warm spring air would be welcomed as well. Steve Baker
