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The following excursions are scheduled this spring with the referenced trip leaders. Email to register: melissaweaverbird@... Space may be limited, so don't delay. 29 March-Bayou Teche NWR/Paul Schaub 29 March-Bayou Sauvage NWR/John Nelson 5 April-Abita Creek Flatwoods Preserve/Harriett Pooler & Lawrence Datnoff 18 April-Sherburne WMA, Whiskey Bay Rd/Cheryl Huner & Mike Musumeche

Register for these upcoming field trips!Email melissaweaverbird@... 29 March-Bayou Teche NWR/Paul Schaub29 March-Bayou Sauvage NWR/John Nelson5 April-Abita Creek Flatwoods Preserve/Harriett Pooler & Lawrence Datnoff18 April-Sherburne WMA, Whiskey Bay Rd/Cheryl Huner & Mike Musumeche

Labird, At the annual LBRC meeting today, the following species were removed from the Review List: Long-tailed Duck, Broad-billed Hummingbird, Sargasso Shearwater, Black-whiskered Vireo, Glaucous Gull, and Gray Kingbird. While the LBRC will not solicit reports for sightings of these species from today's date onward, reports for past sightings are still requested. Paul Conover Secretary, LBRC

Sad news. https://www.statesman.com/story/news/local/2025/03/12/victor-emanuel-obit-austin-texas-birding-nature-guide-dies-age-84-illness/82306479007/

Please mark your calendars for the next program hosted by the Baton Rouge Audubon Society. PROGRAM TITLE: Searching for Louisiana’s Nightjars PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Nightjars are a family of medium-sized nocturnal birds that are among the most sharply declining birds in North America. They are also inadequately sampled by the Breeding Bird Survey, which is the primary data set for monitoring long-term population trends. Efforts have been ramped up in Louisiana for a nightjar survey. Dobbs hopes to recruit volunteers to help with the survey in the next few months. PRESENTER: Robert Dobbs, Nongame Ornithologist, Wildlife Diversity Program, Louisiana Dept. Wildlife & Fisheries LOCATION: East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library on Goodwood Blvd; Room 102 (first floor) DATE: Wednesday, March 26th TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 PM (in-person social 6:30-7:00) Although we encourage everyone to attend in person, we do still offer a virtual option via Zoom. Zoom Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5l6Up2s5RPqga74-gBNLvw As always, you may view recordings of previous programs on the BRAS YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/@batonrougeaudubonsociety7405> channel. Thank you, Katie Percy BRAS Programs Committee

Volunteers, The Work Day scheduled for tomorow, Mar 8th, is cancelled. The forecast looks pretty certain with rain tomorrow. We will reschedule soon . Thanks, Dave Patton BRAS Peveto Woods Sanctuary 337 298-8447

Labird, The 2024 LBRC Newsletter is now online. The Newsletter contains the latest LBRC Report with two new first state records as well as a stunning new ID article on Cory's and Scopoli's shearwaters by Donna Dittmann and Steve Cardiff. The link to the Newsletter can be found at http://www.losbird.org/lbrc/lbrc.htm Thank you, Paul Conover LBRC Secretary/Webmaster

just saw my FOS STKI soaring very high over Lake Road in Madisonville. Pamela Morgan 504-432-3138

Saturday, March 8th, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Peveto Woods Volunteer Work Day Spring is here and time to get the sanctuary ready for spring migration. The winter temps and snow have knocked the vegetation back, and it's a good time to shape up the trails. . Some benches need attention as well as water features. Bring trimmers, loopers and gloves and wear shoes or boots that can handle the brush. Also remember to bring your snacks and drinks. Thanks, Dave Patton 337 298-8447 Baton Rouge Audubon Society

Friends, a first year Orchard Oriole just appeared in our yard. That seems awfully early, right? I'll try to get a picture. We got a good look, but so far he was only here a couple of minutes. Thanks,Michael Cavanaugh (a mile south of LSU off Highland Road)

Sandy Hollow WMA field trip on March 8 with Jane Patterson has openings. Email melissaweaverbird@... to sign up!

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Dear LABIRD, All are welcome to attend the Orleans Audubon Society's February meeting and lecture. I thought this topic would be of particular interest! -- Jennifer Coulson, OAS President *Audubon Coastal Bird Surveys in Louisiana* Speaker: Chloe St. Germain-Vermillion Tuesday, February 18 6:30 p.m. social, 7:00 p.m. program Community Church Unitarian Universalist, 6690 Fleur de Lis (Lakeview) in New Orleans. Chloe St. Germain-Vermillion is Audubon Delta’s Coastal Bird Technician, an Orleans Audubon Society Board Member, and a Committee Member for the Louisiana Bird Records Committee. Working primarily in Southeastern Louisiana, Chloe has been monitoring coastal populations of breeding Least Terns, Common Nighthawks, and Wilson’s Plovers for the past 3 years. She is also responsible for coordinating the Audubon Coastal Bird Survey in Louisiana and running the New Orleans Rooftop-Nesting Bird Program in partnership with Orleans Audubon Society. The Audubon Coastal Bird Survey (ACBS) provides scientists with valuable data for addressing conservation needs of coastal waterbirds and shorebirds along the Gulf Coast. As Audubon Delta’s Coastal Bird Technician for Louisiana, Chloe is responsible for conducting and coordinating these surveys in coastal Louisiana during the spring, fall and winter. During this presentation, you will discover what it takes to conduct a coastal bird survey, learn some shorebird ID tips, and find out how you can become involved as a volunteer surveyor!

Bird was still present along Thibodaux Bypass Road at 5pm today. Best, - j ** John Conover Associate Director of Library and Information Sciences LUMCON Library Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium 8124 Highway 56 Chauvin, LA 70344 (985) 851-2875 **

Dear LABIRD, *Thank you to those of you who attended the hearing last night!* UPDATE on Harahan’s Purple Martin "Nuisance" Case Breaking news ... last night at the Purple Martin "nuisance" case hearing in Harahan, attorney and Orleans Audubon Society Conservation Chair, Andrew Wilson, presented motions to dismiss. The judge was impressed with the argument that the case should be dismissed based on the Ex Post Facto Clause of the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits governments from passing laws that retroactively punish people for actions that were legal when they were committed. A retired couple in Harahan is being charged with the "crime" of keeping Purple Martin houses in their backyard, because their neighbor has declared the martins to be a public nuisance and human health hazard. The fact that this case is being considered at all is bewildering because Harahan has officially declared itself to be a bird sanctuary. Concerned citizens turned out in droves last night to attend the hearing and show their support for Purple Martins and the Stamms. The crowd ranged from Harahan residents to bird watchers, folks who feed backyard birds, gardeners and nature enthusiasts. The judge considered Mr. Wilson's argument a strong one, so much so that he delayed the hearing and trial dates by one month, giving the city time to respond. The hearing is now set for Monday, March 10, 5:00 p.m., with the trial to follow on Wednesday, March 125:00 p.m., if the case is not dismissed. OAS hopes that you will mark your calendars and plan to attend. Sincerely, Jennifer Coulson OAS President

Please mark your calendars for the next program hosted by the Baton Rouge Audubon Society. PROGRAM TITLE: Great Bird Books PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Danny Heitman surveyed publications to come up with a "Great Bird Books" collection to review in this program for the Baton Rouge Audubon Society. His categories include books about ornithology, the joy of birds and nature, bird art, and of course, the world’s most famous bird artist, John James Audubon. Mr. Heitman is no stranger to this subject matter having authored “A Summer of Birds: John James Audubon at Oakley House,” among countless other nature based columns and award winning editorials and essays. To read more about Mr. Heitman and to access some of his great work, please visit dannyheitman.com. PRESENTER: Danny Heitman, magazine editor, columnist, author, and cultural commentator for national publications. LOCATION: East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library on Goodwood Blvd; Room 102 (first floor) DATE: Wednesday, February 26th TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 PM (in-person social 6:30-7:00) Although we encourage everyone to attend in person, we do still offer a virtual option via Zoom. Zoom Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5l6Up2s5RPqga74-gBNLvw As always, you may view recordings of previous programs on the BRAS YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/@batonrougeaudubonsociety7405> channel. Thank you, Katie Percy BRAS Programs Committee

Dear LABIRD, The Orleans Audubon Society birding trip location scheduled for this Saturday has been changed from Grand Isle to the Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge. Yesterday, the trip leader, John Nelson, scouted Grand Isle and found a disturbing absence of birds, possibly due to winter storm Enzo, and an abundance of mosquitoes. Here are the details for the Bayou Sauvage NWR trip: *Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge* – Half Day Trip *Saturday, February 8, 8:00 a.m.* Meet at the Ridge Trail parking lot on Chef Hwy: 17160 Chef Menteur Highway New Orleans, LA 70129. Immediately after crossing the Maxent Canal, look for the refuge sign and turn onto Ridge Trail Road. Leader: John Nelson 504-258-1009 johnnygnelsoniv@... If you know anyone who was thinking about going, please spread the word about the change to Bayou Sauvage. Jennifer Coulson President Orleans Audubon Society

Dear LABIRD, Orleans Audubon Society has a birding trip to Grand Isle coming up. Here are the details: *Grand Isle Winter Birds – All Day Trip* Saturday, February 8, 8:00 a.m. Meet at Moran’s grocery/gas station on the corner of Hwy. 1 and Hwy 3090 (Fourchon Rd.) right where you come off of the new bridge. Note: The new Leeville Bridge across the Intracoastal Waterway is a toll bridge. Moran’s Marina, 27900 Highway 1, Golden Meadow, LA, located at the end of the Leeville Bridge. Leader: John Nelson 504-258-1009 johnnygnelsoniv@... Bring binoculars, field guides, bug spray, rain gear, sunscreen and refreshments. Boots and cell phones may be useful. Snacks and drinks are recommended. Contact the trip leader if you have questions. Any last minute changes will be posted on the events page of the Orleans Audubon Society website, so check *https://jjaudubon.net/events/ <https://jjaudubon.net/events/>* for updates. At the discretion of the leader(s) trips will be divided into groups if the number of attendees becomes too large. eBird users: Please share your eBird account email address with the trip leader and the trip leader or designee will keep the trip list to share with participants. Sign up for OAS program and field trip announcements here: https://mailchi.mp/faf69a03b4e9/orleansaudubon Jennifer Coulson President, Orleans Audubon Society

Hello all, There are spots available for the following upcoming LOS field trips: 8 February, Northwest Wildlife Refuge-Yates Tract with Caleb Persia 8 February, Amite River Wildlife Sanctuary with Jane Patterson Contact melissaweaverbird@... for information or to register.