This morning the two male Hooded Warblers were singing and very visible near the sightings box at Thickson's Woods, Whitby. Superb views were enjoyed by many observers. A male Blue-winged Warbler was seen a number of times during the morning at various locations throughout the woods. A Merlin was seen near Corbett Creek this morning. In general, bird numbers seemed to be lower today but we still enjoyed excellent looks at Blackburnian, Nashville, Magnolia, Bay -breasted and several other warbler species; as well as Orchard and Baltimore Orioles, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks etc. No reports of yesterday's Summer Tanager or Golden-winged Warbler were received today. Directions [from Dennis Barry] To reach Thickson's Woods exit from 401 to Thickson Road South in Whitby. Proceed south past Wentworth Street to the Waterfront Trail. Turn left, turn around and park on the north side of the road. Enter the woods on a path from the south side, about 200 metres east of Thickson Road. Follow the trails through the woods, some of which access the Lake Ontario shore. To view the beaver pond and Corbett Creek Marsh continue east about 100 metres past the entrance to the woods. The meadow is across the Waterfront Trail immediately north of the woods. The entrance is directly across the waterfront trail from the entrance to the woods. To view a map, visit the Thickson's Woods website at http://www.thicksonswoods.com Jerry Walsh Scarborough ON
