Jack Stephns wrote:

> I also did not see any Short-Eared
> Owls up there, any tips on locations or spotting techniques for this
species?

Try the *West 90* between Edison and Samish Island from about an hour before
sunset to dark. The big grassy field to the south often has a large
concentration, and typically 10-20 or more can be seen there. You just have
to be there at the right time and they are really conspicuous since they are
all up and flying around. You will probably see others in the area as well.
Sorry, I can't remember the road name. I'm just lurking on *tweeters* from
NW Missouri right now, but will be returning to Seattle tomorrow.

Richard Rowlett <pagodroma at aol.com>
Bellevue, WA