R.P. Hamilton 1965 Journal Barrow Alaska June 20 of ducks and phalaropes seem to have increased. A Black-bellied Plover and a Long-tailed Jaeger were seen. Two Short-eared Owls were observed flying around in circles. Aerial displays of Golden Plover and Pectoral Sandpiper were observed. June 21. The day was overcast. The temperature ranged from about 35° - 45°. The wind was from the SE at less than 5 MPH. This is the hottest day we have had yet. By nightfall it had dropped to about 39° and it began to snow. The snow is still in abundance on the tundra but seems to be melting fast. Paul and I went into the Birtton Area for a couple of hours in the afternoon. The number of shorebirds in the area with the exception of the Semipalmated Sandpiper and the Red Phalarope have decreased markedly. The absence of Dunlin was especially marked. On the other hand the number of Ducks, especially Steller's Eiders, has increased markedly. The Long-tailed Jaeger was seen about 500 yds from where it was seen yesterday and a nest of the Lapland Longspur was found. June 22. The day was cooler than it has been and windier. The temperature ranged from about 33°F - 38°F. The wind was from the N at about 10 MPH. The day was generally overcast with fog till about 1800. After 1800 it became clear and the sun shone brightly.