I drove through this area (only had 10 minutes) on my way home this
afternoon and the lake is still frozen completely - no waterfowl seen.
However, as I turned down the lane to the boathouse I saw a large flock of
small birds fly into the Alder's behind the boathouse.   I only had my 8 x
42's but I could plainly identify several Redpolls as they moved about trees
and on the ground, c lose to the water.



In the event you have not seen any Redpolls this season I would highly
recommend this area.  The spot identified above is a regular stop for them
but if they are not there just drive down the road to the north and
carefully watch each grove of Alder's on the lake-side of the road.  They
move up and down this shoreline.



A couple Hoary's were identified in this flock earlier this winter by some
very conscientious birders with spotting scopes.  Patience and perseverance!



Matt Valencic

Chagrin Falls, OH

Geauga County


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