This last weekend in eastern Oregon an immature golden, with white band
at base of tail, was soaring near Smith Rock State Park. As it was
soaring low over the foothills the golden nape was obvious, and
beautiful. What a majestic sight. It is also noted that a pair of
prairies were seen in ritual flight displays and offering food. The park
personnel did mention that signage is going up soon to stop the climbers
and hikers. Also, a pair of kestrels were also seen over the rock. The
sounds of swifts, canyon wrens, prairies, kestrels, and canadian honkers
was great. Twelve turkey vultures overhead at one time, a very ancient
feeling. Climbing was pleasant,too.

Sidenote: As a teacher of youth and birding, if anyone has old birding
magazines let me know. If convenient (near N.E. 85th, Seattle) I can pick
them up for use in class (4th/5th gr.). We can use them for reports,
study, identification, and periodicals. Thanks.

-dean