Douglas Cty - Cassin's Finch, Red Crossbill, and Three-toed Woodpecker

[Tom Bunker]

On a lark explored up Jackson Creek Rd off Hwy 105 south of Sedalia early this morning.   Found 3 separate groups of Cassin's Finch for a total of 20.  One group of Cassin's was even feeding  along the side of the road.  The road is closed part way up to Rampart Range in the National Forest so this is an up and back trip on the gravel road.    Next tried for and found a Three-toed Woodpecker actively feeding near Hwy 67 and Rampart Range Rd.   Pulling into the parking lot off Rampart Range road we almost ran over a small flock of 6 Red Crossbills!   Bonus.

Good Birding,

Tom Bunker
Castle Rock, CO