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March 10
Gardway Rancd 3 miles east of Woodland, Yolo Co. Cal.
Kilchun - E
Pintail - E
Rallor Kingfisher - #
Coot - 1
Marsh Hawk - E
Calf. Shill - E
Wren Hula Tare - E
Meadow Sparrow - 1
Red-wing Blackbird - !
Brant Yellow-legs - E
Gull, Shill - E
Snow Goose - 1
Crow - E
Ruddy Duck - #
Pied-billed Grebe - #
Common Tern - #
Bald Eagle - E
Green-winged Teal - #
Sora Rail - #
Dunlin (M) - #
Herring Gull - E
Willets- Pacific coast - E
Coots - #
Harlequin Duck - E
Killdeer - S
Trout - S
White Ibis - E
Sandhill Crane - 3
Tern - S
Hooded Merganser - #
Hunters' Camp - 2 miles from town, on the edge of the river.
Many water and birds. The sky was clear, and the air was crisp. We saw a large flock of geese flying overhead, their wings beating against the wind as they made their way south for the winter.
The campsite was located near a small stream that flowed into the river. The water was cold and clear, and we could see fish swimming below the surface. There were also some ducks and swans in the water, enjoying the coolness of the day.
As we walked along the shore, we noticed several types of birds nesting in the trees around us. Some were building nests, while others were already settled in with their young ones. It was a beautiful sight to see nature at work.
Later on, we decided to take a boat ride down the river. The water was calm and peaceful, and it felt like time stood still. As we floated along, we saw more birds flying overhead, including eagles and hawks soaring high above the trees.