Among them were an estimated 25 CLIFF SWALLOWS. A NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH, typically one of the first fall migrant warblers, has been seen twice at 83 Bayshore Road, which is some distance from the known breeding territory of the species in the Park.

One observer initially estimated the number at 10,000 but later revised it to 50,000. BLUE-GRAY GNATCATCHERS were seen by two observers today, and one of them also saw a NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD.

A highlight for many of the visitors was seeing an estimated 500+ Monarchs roosting in the park this afternoon. Predictions: The forecast for the final day of HawkFest 2015 is looking very good. Winds are predicted to be out of the north / north east with no rain. Seasonal temperatures are expected.

Bob Cermak, Bernie Ladouceur, Paul Mirsky, Greg Zbitnew & I estimated approx. 1/4 million SNOW GEESE east of Bourget in the Cobb’s lake Creek floodplain area alone. Flocks of 500 - 4000 were seen elsewhere (Milton Rd., Frank Kenny Rd. at Bear Brook, Boudreau Rd. northeast of Bourget)) and at times the skies were full of Snows.

For example, an estimated 530 were noted along the highway on the 9th, and there were 170 on the 10th and 90 on the 12th at the Visitor Centre. American Goldfinch: There were two at the East Gate on the 8th. Evening Grosbeak: Numbers are dwindling.

Nearby fields along Smith Road allowed distant and fleeting views of a pair of Sandhill Crane, a local breeder; better still was a large flock of Snow Geese along Frank Kenny Road, estimated at 1,500. As most of the geese were white phase, and due to the presence of some smaller birds, we assumed this flock to be mostly Greater.

Non-raptor Observations: American Crows were also on the move, with approximately 5000 birds counted - certainly a conservative estimate. Between the Crows and the Turkey Vultures, the sky was full with lots of big, dark birds! Predictions: Tomorrow's weather conditions will be similar, with NW winds and cool temperatures.

COMMON REDPOLL: The first report here this fall involved an estimated 200 birds noted by an experienced observer in the Lake Travers area of the Park's East Side (accessible from the Pembroke area) between dawn and dusk on the 26th. Birders should be looking and listening for redpolls along Highway 60. Pine Siskin: No reports.

The builder made fishing trawlers, but finished 3 of these as pleasure craft.1998 Survey estimates Replacement cost at $160k as is. Its a project, but really only needs improvement.

Cost to replenish annually is estimated not to exceed $ 100. What else?