I went birding at lunch with my dad (Ron) at Blackhawk Springs and the birds were abundant and moving about fast.

Some of the highlights were: Black-throated Green, Bay-breasted, Magnolia, Nashville, Tennessee Warblers, American Redstart, and many Ruby-crowned Kinglets. The White-throated Sparrows are back too!

Blue-headed Vireo
Blue-headed Vireo

Perhaps the best bird was a Wood Thrush that we first heard calling (not singing) loudly.

Tuesday I birded at Blackhawk Springs and saw three Ovenbirds in one view as well as many of the same above. The birds are really on the move and it is a good time to try and get out, even for just an hour at a time!