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NATURE NOTES

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Some birders consider October the best time of year to see rare and unusual species. Sandhill cranes are preparing for migration, and they are an awesome sight as they gather in fields and wetlands. Groups of larger raptors are abundant at Hawk Ridge and along the Mississippi Flyway. Find out how to identify these birds in flight. October is a lovely and colorful time of year ? consider adding a fall color drive to your next birding trip!

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*Happy birding!*

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Birds need sources of calorie-rich foods during migration periods ? learn what seeds offer the most energy.?There are a number of things we can do to help birds survive and thrive. Discover some simple ways to make your yard more bird-friendly and learn how you can make a difference. Take part in a world birding event and citizen science project October 7-9 during Global Bird Weekend!

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Expert and novice birders will enjoy a variety of birding events and programs offered over the next few weeks at Minnesota State Parks, Three Rivers Park District parks, Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge, Carpenter Nature Center, Quarry Hill Nature Center and other birding hot spots.

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Check out the image gallery displaying just some of the birds you can see during the month of October!

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