Trip to Gould: tips for BOOW

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Stephen Chang

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May 9, 2018, 6:23:19 PM5/9/18

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Hello,

I am going to try to hear or locate a Boreal Owl west of Poudre Canyon this weekend with a fellow birder.

I have been looking through recent ebird sightings as well as the time of night they have occurred. I was wondering if anyone from the group would recommend any spots in particular, or has any tips related to this venture.

If anyone has any tips related to the following:

time of evening to arrive on scene
to hike or to stand around...
as well as ethics for looking for the birds (I don't plan to use a lamp, callback, chase through the forest)

Anything to help would be appreciated.

Stephen Chang,

Boulder Co,

Douglas Kibbe

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May 16, 2018, 5:37:23 AM5/16/18

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Steven:

We had 4 boreals respond to playback about a week ago. Two were at MP 59 at the entrance to one of the campgrounds. Time was about 9PM. We have always found the western side of the pass to more productive. Typically we start at the top of Cameron Pass and stop and call every half mile or so. If you are simply going to listen for them, dress warmly and good luck