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<p class=MsoNormal><strong><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:blue'>The Delaware Valley Ornithological Club (DVOC) Weekly Digest </span></strong><b><span
style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:blue'><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:blue'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Upcoming
Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>This
Thursday December 3, 2009 - Held at the Academy of Natural Sciences in
Philadelphia<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><strong><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Photo
Contest (Birds, Birders, Natural History, Scenery) – Bird ID Quiz photos
– then results</span></strong><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:
"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>
Prizes will be awarded in four categories: Birds, Natural History (non-avian
fauna and flora), Scenery, and Birders. Entries must be submitted in advance to
Frank Windfelder. <br>
Ornithological Study - "A Fly Fisherman's Observations About Some Diving
Ducks" - Howard Eskin<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>The Witmer
Stone Sanctuary Initiative</span></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:
"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>
At the banquet on Thursday November 19th, the Witmer Stone Committee displayed
the <b>approved wayside educational signs</b> that will be erected at the Cape
May Point State Park. Funds are still needed to have these signs made add
erected. Checks should be made payable to DVOC and sent to the DVOC
Treasurer (Bert Filemyr). For more information about the project please
go to <a href="http://www.dvoc.org/Committees/Stone/StoneCommittee.htm">http://www.dvoc.org/Committees/Stone/StoneCommittee.htm</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Holiday
Greetings from the DVOC Officers!<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Click
on <a href="http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/view/HJMWHQMMYKLjapW6">http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/view/HJMWHQMMYKLjapW6</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Give
it time to load and play. Enjoy!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>An
Interesting Workshop at the Academy of Natural Sciences<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>With
the close connection between birds and dinosaurs, club members may be
interested in a "Dinosaurs for Adults" program at the Academy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><a
href="http://www.ansp.org/adult-programs/workshops.php">http://www.ansp.org/adult-programs/workshops.php</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Looking
for Screech Owl Boxes<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Club
member Erica Brendel writes "I'm looking for a few Screech Owl boxes, plus
instructions on how to mount them, for an interested friend. I seem to
recall that in the past there were some members of the club that had access to
these, or were making them. Do you know of anyone?"<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>If
you can help out, contact Erica - <a
href="http://www.dvoc.org/Personnel/Brendel.htm">http://www.dvoc.org/Personnel/Brendel.htm</a>
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>National
Audubon Christmas Counts begin 12/13<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>The
time for Christmas Counts is rapidly approaching. Club member Andy Ednie brings
the following to the attention of Club members<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>"Bombay
Hook Christmas Bird Count Sunday, December 27th <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>This
is the 69th annual Bombay Hook Christmas Bird Count. It has run continuously
since 1945, only missing two years during the war. The count date is Sunday,
December 27th. This count has recorded 9 species of geese in the past, also 8
species of owl and 17 species of shorebird. It is responsible for Delaware's
only Hammond's Flycatcher record. Call me if interested at 302-7929591 or email
at <a href="mailto:ednieap@verizon.net">ednieap@verizon.net</a><span
style='color:black'>.</span>"<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(Other
compilers who wish to publicize their counts are encouraged to email <a
href="mailto:weeklydigest@dvoc.org">weeklydigest@dvoc.org</a> )<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Coordinator
for Annual Meeting refreshments needed.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>For
years, Paul and Anita Guris have been most gracious in making arrangements for
the food and drinks for our Annual Meeting. They have decided that it's time
for someone else to take over. We are deeply grateful for all they have done in
this capacity over the years.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>We
are looking for a volunteer to coordinate this year's refreshments. The date is
Thursday, January 7th. Most of us are familiar with the kind of fare we are
talking about: beer, wine, crackers, snacks, carrots and celery, dips, perhaps
a hot item such as roast beef. Whoever agrees to do this would certainly have
the freedom to be creative. Of course, all expenses will be reimbursed. If
interested, contact Frank Windfelder or Art McMorris.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>We
realize one big barrier to people volunteering is the big unknown of what
exactly you would have to supply. Once a volunteer (or volunteers) steps
forward, Paul and Anita can provide you with a list of everything done for 2007
and 2008, including the what, the quantities, and the side items like napkins,
cups, etc. That should be a good starting point.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Upcoming
Field Trips<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(CBCs
begin 12/13)</span></b><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>
</span></b><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>January
9 (Saturday) – PHILADELPHIA MID-WINTER BIRD CENSUS, PA (PMWBC)</span></b><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Join
the 24rd annual mid-winter census which highlights the incredible diversity of
habitat and species found within our city borders. An average of 92 species are
recorded each year including notable rarities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>This
DVOC trip is free to members and non-members<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Contact:
Keith Russell <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>January
9 (Saturday) - PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP: PEACE VALLEY PARK, BUCKS COUNTY, PA<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>New
for 2010<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Meeting
Location: Peace Valley Nature Center, 170 N Chapman Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901 ,
8:30 AM The trip will split our attention between waterfowl, gulls and passerines.
We will be targeting such birds as Cackling Goose, Lesser Black-backed Gull,
Fox Sparrow and other overwintering species. Whether you're new to photography
or a pro, you're welcome on this trip. I will be shooting almost exclusively
with a Digital SLR and 300mm lens. Digiscopers and more traditional
photographers are both welcome, and we'll do our best to find some subjects for
everyone. If interested, contact Steve Kacir and let him know whether you'll be
digiscoping or just using a camera. Some information about your lens will also
help in planning our approach to this trip. In case of foul weather the trip
will be rescheduled. The trip will last half a day. This DVOC trip is free to
members and non-members. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Leader:
Steve Kacir<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>2010
Membership Directory (also see below)<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>The
new directory is being prepared for at the second meeting in January (this is a
change). If your contact information has changed in the past year please
contact <a href="mailto:directory@dvoc.org">directory@dvoc.org</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>2010
Membership Directory - A "Green" Option<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Instead
of receiving the 2010 Membership Directory in a paper version, this year you
can elect to receive it as a *.pdf file. Every little step we take to save
natural resources helps!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>If
you want to receive the electronic version instead of a paper version, please
email the Treasurer - <a href="mailto:treasurer@dvoc.org">treasurer@dvoc.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>2010 Dues
Notices - Another "Green" Option<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Any
member who pays annual dues can choose to receive their annual dues notice via
e-mail. This will save natural resources and save the club postal expenses. If
you want to receive the electronic version instead of a paper version, please
email the Treasurer - <a href="mailto:treasurer@dvoc.org">treasurer@dvoc.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Recent
Website Updates<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(11/29/09)
2010 Meeting Schedule<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(11/26/09)
Delaware Valley RBA<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(11/23/09)
Gravesite of Julian K. Potter<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(11/23/09)
Gravesite of Witmer Stone<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Items
Available for Purchase at DVOC Meetings</span></strong><span style='font-family:
"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>DVOC
Hats - $17 each (or $20 by mail)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>DVOC
car window stickers - $1 each<br>
"Birders Conservation Handbook: 100 North American Birds at Risk" by
Dr. Jeff Wells - only $25 (limited supply)</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>"Song
of the Blue Ocean" by Dr. Carl Safina - signed by author - A $17 value now
only $12 (limited supply)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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____________________________________________________________________________________________________<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:black'>DVOC is on Facebook. Check out <a
href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/DVOC-The-Delaware-Valley-Ornithological-Club/49975018421">http://www.facebook.com/pages/DVOC-The-Delaware-Valley-Ornithological-Club/49975018421</a>
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:black'>The DVOC has a discount program for Birds of North America Online.
Check out <a href="http://www.dvoc.org/Membership/DVOC_BNA.htm">http://www.dvoc.org/Membership/DVOC_BNA.htm</a>
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Report Your Sightings to the Delaware Valley RBA<br>
The Delaware Valley RBA is posted on Thursday evenings at </span><span
style='font-size:8.0pt'><a
href="http://www.dvoc.org/RBA/Current/Active/Index.htm"><span style='font-family:
"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>http://www.dvoc.org/RBA/Current/Active/Index.htm</span></a><br>
</span><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>It is
also available at 215 240 7547<br>
Report your sightings to </span><span style='font-size:8.0pt'><a
href="mailto:rba@dvoc.com"><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:black'>rba@dvoc.com</span></a></span><span style='font-size:8.0pt;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> or 215 240 7547<br>
The general guidelines of what to report are on the Delaware Valley Rare Bird
Alert Page - </span><span style='font-size:8.0pt'><a
href="http://www.dvoc.org/RBA/Current/Active/Index.htm"><span style='font-family:
"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>http://www.dvoc.org/RBA/Current/Active/Index.htm</span></a><br>
</span><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> <br>
Merchandise Available!<br>
Both DVOC merchandise and Nikon/DVOC Lagerhead Shrikes merchandise are
available at our on-line store. <br>
</span><span style='font-size:8.0pt'><a
href="http://www.cafepress.com/nikondvoc"><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:black'>http://www.cafepress.com/nikondvoc</span></a><br>
<a href="http://www.cafepress.com/dvoc"><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:black'>http://www.cafepress.com/dvoc</span></a><br>
</span><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> <br>
Information on the Club and Club activities are at </span><span
style='font-size:8.0pt'><a href="http://www.dvoc.org"><span style='font-family:
"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>www.dvoc.org</span></a><br>
</span><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> <br>
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