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Van Waffle

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The Baillie Birdathon: My Biggest Day of Birding Ever

Posted on May 24, 2012June 1, 2012 by Van Waffle

The Baillie Birdathon yesterday was an excellent adventure. The birds, as always, presented some surprises. Some of my favourite sightings were black terns…

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Birding Luther Marsh

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Van Waffle

Yesterday I did a practise run for the Baillie Birdathon. I took along my friend, Jaye, to Luther Marsh. We enjoyed a successful…

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