Bat Caves of the Armendaris Ranch
By Gail Garber, Executive Director
The excitement was palpable as we gathered at the 100-year-old schoolhouse at the headquarters of the
Armendaris Ranch in Engle, NM to wait out the rainstorm. Eleven lucky participants peppered our host, David Barfield, of
Ted Turner Reserves, with a barrage of questions. It was the beginning of what would become a magical experience, watching some 3.25 million bats emerge from two different collapsed lava tubes of the
Jornada Del Muerto shield volcano at the north end of the
Jornada del Muerto.
Consolidating our group into as few high clearance vehicles as possible, we bumped along a rustic earthen roadway for the next 1.5 hours, not lingering in our quest to beat the impending downpour that darkened the skies over the
Fra Cristobal Mountains to the west. One of us (yours truly) was particularly worried, knowing from past experience, of the treacherous nature of those same tracks following heavenly precipitation.
The jumble that remains of the derelict buildings that mark the entrance to the bat caves appeared on the eastern horizon soon enough, and we began the business of settling in, setting up tents and partaking of the gourmet meals prepared by the Sierra Grande Lodge. We waited while we munched. And, then we waited some more. A lone Swainson’s Hawk appeared high in the sky, our first indication that something might be about to happen. We could see the bats swirling around, still inside the bat caves.
Finally, around 6:30 pm, they began to stream out, first only a handful that steadily grew into a stream and then a
resounding thunderous flow: bats all around us, so close it seemed that you could almost touch them. The Swainson’s hawks descended on the stream, snatching prey with their talons and then eating on the wing before going after another. Looking toward the north, we observed the emergent stream from the cave about ¼ mile distant. Walking as quickly as we could on the unsteady footing of assorted sizes of lava rocks we gathered to watch the bats fly beneath the land bridge and emerge at the other end. It’s impossible to adequately describe the phenomenon of so many winged creatures, hearing their clicks, and watching as most deftly avoided being consumed by the hawks. It continued until it was too dark to see. But, if one shone a flashlight into the night sky, there were bats overhead, all night long, little fairy kisses on the outside of our tents.
They winged their way westward toward the mighty Rio Grande and Elephant Butte Reservoir where they would consume some 48,000 pounds of aerial insects,
before returning to their roost the next morning. We were there for that too, a totally different experience as, one-by-one, they rained from the heavens above to rocket into the cave entrance. And, then it was over! By 8:30am, with the sun exponentially increasing the temperature, not a bat was in sight, only one lone morning predator remained, an adult Peregrine Falcon, with both the speed and agility essential to capture a single bat intent only on a good day’s sleep.
Thank you to all who participated, a remarkably cohesive group that was so much fun. Thank you, Chellye and Travis Porter, my co-leaders; we could not have done this without you. Finally, thank you David Barfield, and Ted Turner Reserves for making this trip possible. We hope to have a reprise in 2020.
Above images by: Gail Garber, Anita Holtz, Chellye Porter, Edward Ruden
|
|
The Waters Recede
by Trevor Fetz, Lead Avian Biologist
It took until mid-July, but the high flows in the Rio Grande finally receded, allowing us to access all of our transects on the Middle Rio Grande Songbird Study and dramatically improving survey conditions in many locations. Overall, the high flows were beneficial to the bosque, but they weren't necessarily beneficial to individual plants and animals. Many trees were brought down, with mature cottonwoods being the most common victims. As time went on, the saturated bosque soils could no long support the large root systems of many trees and they simply uprooted.
I spent a lot of time during July clearing downed trees off of transect lines that were submerged for the first half of the summer. But, in cases where large cottonwoods went down across our lines all we can do is bushwhack around them.
Undoubtedly, the high flows also took their toll on animals in the bosque. I've been particularly curious to see how ground nesting species, such as Spotted Towhee, responded in areas that were inundated. In some areas, towhee numbers seem to be normal. But, in other areas their numbers are clearly down. Any active ground nests or nests placed just off the ground in areas of overbanking that had not fledged by the time overbanking occurred were certainly lost.
Nevertheless, the high runoff clearly had a net benefit on the bosque. Vegetation growth has been off the charts, and native species such as coyote willow and Goodding's willow have already shown impressive growth and expansion. Hopefully, cottonwood production also will benefit. The moist soil conditions and increased vegetation has resulted in massive invertebrate production (unfortunately including mosquitoes). The invertebrate production is providing ample food for birds and other wildlife and their offspring.
Spotted Towhee image by Kristin Brown.
|
|
Hawks Aloft
Garage Sale
Friday and Saturday
August 23 & 24
8 am - early afternoon
In the area behind our building
6715 Eagle Rock Rd. NE.
We will be accepting donations until Wednesday, August 21. If you'd like to donate, please call the office (828-9455) to arrange a time for drop-off.
IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING AT THIS EVENT, PLEASE CONTACT JILL AT [email protected]
|
|
Of Tractors, Eagles and Falconers
by Gail Garber
Voice filled with emotion, the caller, a Navajo Fish & Game officer, said the Golden Eagle had been hit by a tractor. He was near Thoreau, NM, about halfway between Window Rock and Albuquerque, so our rescue team leapt into action to get the bird transported to care. While that was happening, I called our friends at Petroglyph Animal Hospital to see if they could take it, unaware of the severity of the injuries. Dr Mike Melloy and Dr. Kariana Atkinson, performed surgery to close the resulting exposed tendon and to deal with the neurological problems due to the impact.
Following the critical medical care, the now stable eagle was transferred to New Mexico Wildlife Center to stretch his wings in their 100’ long flight cage. However, the question regarding whether it would achieve the fitness to survive in the wild was foremost in our minds. How can one be sure that, if an eagle can fly back and forth and hunt in that confined space, that it is really capable of survival in the real world? We encountered this very question in past years as eagle after eagle arrived. It made sense to me that these rehabilitated eagles should transfer to an experienced falconer who would fly the eagle and hunt with it for the winter season to absolutely determine its fitness for release.
In past years, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) did not allow us to undertake this action, commenting that this decision was undergoing national review. I tried again in May and got a different answer this time – it was possible. The FWS had revised the national rule and had established a limited number of Golden Eagles to be used for falconry – 6 mitigated eagles (perhaps eagles de-predating livestock) and 6 rehab eagles.
The New Mexico Falconer’s Association connected us with Zachary Gorman, an eagle falconer based in west Texas who also spends a good portion of the year in New Mexico. More paperwork ensued as we worked with the NM Department of Game and Fish and the FWS on the rules and regulations. Meanwhile, the Golden continued to hang out in the 100’ flight eating voraciously! Eagles can eat upwards of $7/day in food!
Finally, on July 22, exactly 2 months after the injury, we (the Mews Cleaning Crew) were treated to a visit and a class by Mr. Gorman, who demonstrated new-to-us equipment and beak trimming (coping) techniques. Next stop was the NM Wildlife Center where Zach collected the eagle, made and attached aylmeris, jesses, a tail guard, and held the bird on his glove – a first for a formerly wild bird. Words cannot adequately describe the excitement among all of us as we watched with excitement as this Golden Eagle moved on to the next stage of his life journey, now learning to fly and hunt with Zach. Stay tuned as we provide updates over the coming months.
We thank everyone who helped in this rescue, and all of our rescues!
Above images by Gail Garber. Dr. Kariana Atkinson with the injured Golden Eagle, Wildlife Center welcome sign, Hawks Aloft Volunteers: Evelyn McGarry, Zach Gorman, Sean Geary, Patti Serna, and Mary Bruesch. Not shown: Shawn Klocek, Arlette Miller
Zach Gorman with the eagle.
|
|
Introducing Our Newest Adventure!
BRAZIL: Wildlife of the Pantanal
& Amazon Rainforest
With Hawks Aloft & Holbrook Travel
November 5 – 14, 2020
Located in west-central Brazil, the Pantanal is the world’s largest freshwater wetland and one of the most biodiverse, productive habitats in the Western Hemisphere. It harbors a world-record 82 species or large birds including Hyacinth Macaw, Jabiru, Toco Toucan, Greater Rhea, Scarlet Macaw as well as coatimundi, tapirs, and giant river otters.
Perhaps, however; no other animal is as beautiful and dramatic as the jaguar. Embark on this exceptional adventure providing opportunities for close range observation of abundant wildlife and the majestic jaguar.
We will spend our final days of the trip in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon, immersed in the dense tropical forest that is home to the highest concentration of birds species, with over 1,500 described species of rainforest birds. It is home to the Harpy Eagle, Bare-faced Currasow, King Vulture, Hoatzin, Plum-throated Cotinga, Spectacled Owl and much more.
The Amazon is also home to about 430 species of mammal, with more still to be discovered. Among the monkey species that could be seen are: Howler, Spider, Capuchin, Tamarin, Squirrel, Woolly, Uakari, Titi, Marmosets, and Night Monkeys, also called owl monkeys. Of course, aquatic life abounds in this habitat as well as the Pantanal.
Trip Highlights
- Embark on several boat rides in search of the jaguars that roam freely in the Pantanal
- Venture on outdoor activities to seek out tapids, ocelots, monkeys, Hyacinth Macaws, and mixed species flocks
- Watch for birds and mammals from the Pantanal’s only mobile canopy towers, strategically located near fruiting trees
- Listen to experts to learn more about the biology and conservation of the jaguar and the giant otter
- Journey to the Amazon to observe the wildlife of one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet
Only 6 spots remain!
|
|
Birds of Summer, by Greg Finkelberg, Field Technician
July has been a good month for songbird surveys in the bosque. With the water level finally going down in the Rio Grande, July marked the first month we were able to get into many of our survey sites. Even though much of my time was spent fighting through mud, swarms of mosquitos, and high humidity, there has been a plethora of species sighted foraging and breeding in the bosque recently. Everywhere I look there are Summer Tanagers, Blue Grosbeaks, Black-chinned Hummingbirds, and Bushtits. I have even seen a few Lazuli Buntings. Now that August is starting, some of the migratory species are making their way back down from higher elevations. These include Broad-tailed Hummingbirds and many different warbler species, though I have only been seeing MacGillivray’s Warblers so far.
Cooper’s Hawks are nesting all over the place as well. In addition to observing numerous nestlings on our surveys, we are receiving countless calls on our Raptor Rescue Hotline regarding fledgling hawks out of the nest. While this might be alarming, it is totally natural for them to be exploring while they build up their flight muscles. Once this process is complete (usually after about two weeks of rambling out of the nest) the birds will move on and start their lives. Like most wildlife, hawks will not seek to harm humans unless provoked, so just make sure you give them some space. If you are lucky enough to have a few fledglings around where you live, take some time to observe them as this opportunity only comes once a year. As always, if a raptor looks visibly injured or if you just have some questions about its health and safety, contact the Raptor Rescue Hotline (505-999-7740).
MacGillivray's Warbler image by David Powell
|
|
Owls of New Mexico!
We are pleased to introduce our brand new T-shirt, featuring images of our Avian Ambassadors and nearly every single species of owl that might be found in our state. Designed by Scott Lowry, this unique T-shirt is the perfect gift for a loved one during the holidays. After all,
whoooo doesn't love owls?!
The shirt comes in both long and short sleeves. All shirts are $30 and can be ordered on our website or can be picked up at the office. Ladies sizes are available in short sleeves; all long-sleeved shirts are unisex, and we also have youth sizes in short sleeves.
|
|
Why are Cooper's Hawks So Abundant? By Maggie Grimason, Senior Editor
If you're staying up-to-date with all our recent Facebook and Instagram posts (and if you're not, find us at @hawksaloft), you've probably noticed that this spring and summer have led to an abundance of intakes—particularly of Barn Owls and Cooper's Hawks. These are common raptors around New Mexico, and Cooper's Hawks in particularly thrive in the city. That may have you wondering—well, why?
Throughout the last two decades several organizations, including the Cornell Lab of Ornithology have applied to their research abilities to that question. Specifically, why have populations of
Accipiter hawks (which includes Sharp-shinned Hawks) boomed in the United States?
In the mid-20
th century,
Accipiter populations had fallen dramatically, largely due to increased use of pesticides and habitat destruction, but the birds rebounded as they adapted to development throughout the American countryside, and have since found neighborhoods and urban areas to be ideal hunting grounds. And that's just the thing—with more humans around, there were more “novel ecosystems” as
Nature calls them, which includes backyards, city parks, and suburban neighborhoods. With these came new opportunities for covering, nesting, and perhaps most importantly, ample food supplies.
Backyard bird feeding is an American past time, and as many as 40% of Americans have a bird feeder in their yard. This suits Cooper's Hawks, who prey on songbirds. Creating an abundance of birds in a concentrated, specific, and predictable area is practically a predator's dream.
Nature reports that based on long-running citizen science projects, this human-created abundance of prey in urban areas is the main factor leading to Cooper's Hawks recolonizing of these areas, and their great abundance in and around cities like Albuquerque. So, if you ever griping about aggressive Cooper's Hawks during nesting season, or seeing a songbird pummeled at your feeder—remember not only are Cooper's Hawks an important predator in the urban food chain, but there presence in your neighborhood has grown right alongside human habitation there!
Cooper's Hawk Image by Doug Brown
|
|
Please join us Saturday, Aug. 17, from 2 to 3:30pm for an "All About Owls" presentation at Bachechi Open Space (9521 Rio Grande Blvd. NW). Register online at
bernco.gov/openspace
.
|
|
Discover the Darien
& Canal Zone of Panama
with Hawks Aloft and Canopy Family!
November 9-18, 2019
Only 4 spots remain!
|
|
We are excited to offer our newest adventure destination tour – Discover the
Darien region of Panama
! Darien National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site!
Panama, a biologically and culturally diverse country connects North and South America. It is a haven for wildlife watchers of all kinds, especially birders. The Canopy Family has operated ecotourism lodges in Panama since 1999. Their mission is “to share the nature, history and culture of the Republic of Panamá with passion and enthusiasm, focused on customer satisfaction and guided by the principles of conservation and social responsibility.”
Trip Highlights
- Look for Harpy Eagles! (as of this writing a new nest has been found with indications that the pair is incubating eggs)
- Visit the Darién region of Panama, a vast roadless area of the eastern part of the country diverse wildlife
- Stay at the Canopy Family’s Canopy Camp
- Explore local culture, including a native Embera village
- Take time to photograph the amazing wildlife that includes not only birds, but a vast array of other wildlife from butterflies to monkeys and reptiles
- Relax and enjoy rainforest-level views from the famous Canopy Tower.
Hawks Aloft has offered trips to Ecuador, Peru, Guatemala, and other international destinations at least once a year to experience diverse wildlife and new cultures. Join Hawks Aloft and the Canopy Family on the trip of a lifetime!
Trip limited to 10 participants. (Only 4 spots remain)
Scarlet Macaw image by Kristin Brown.
|
|
Help support our non-releasable raptors through our Adopt-a-Raptor program. Hawks Aloft houses and cares for 25 permanently disabled raptors (and one corvid!). Our Avian Ambassadors travel throughout the Southwest, helping us to educate the public about how to help protect these beautiful animals. We provide them with top-quality housing, food, and medical care for their entire lives. It costs an average of $2000/mo. just for their food. When you adopt a raptor, you help feed our birds, make home improvements, and provide veterinary care for one avian ambassador of your choice. Prices range from $35-$100 depending on the species.
Click here to Adopt a Raptor
such as Ferrug, our 24-year-old Ferruginous Hawk, photographed here by Keith Bauer. When you adopt a Hawks Aloft raptor you will receive:
- A one-year Hawks Aloft membership
- An Adoption Certificate
- An information sheet about the individual bird you have adopted
- Exclusive access to video updates about your bird
- Your choice of:
A professional 8×10 photo of your bird, or
A stuffed Audubon Bird with realistic vocalizations
|
|
Support Hawks Aloft by Shopping at Smith's!
Many of you have long been Hawks Aloft supporters, and a good number of you have also been longtime Smith’s shoppers. For those not in the know, the grocery chain has a program that provides a small kick-back quarterly to nonprofits when their supporters link their shopper’s cards to the organization.
The company recently changed their policies regarding the program—so even if you’ve signed up in the past, you may need to do it again! The good news is that it is easy to do.
2)
Either create an account or sign-in to an existing one
3)
Once logged in, click on “Account Summary” on the left sidebar
4)
From there, scroll down to “Inspiring Donations Program” and click “Enroll”
5)
A searchable list will come up, you can either search for “Hawks Aloft” or enter our ID number for the program, GL430
6)
Shop using your card and now that every time you do so, you help out Hawks Aloft!
We appreciate your ongoing support in this, and so many other capacities!
|
|
*Check out intakes and thank-you's after the Photographer's Gallery*
|
|
Photographers Monthly Gallery
Kristin Brown
This month, we feature Kristin Brown ---- When Kristin fell in love with photography and birds, it became her all consuming passion. She has traveled both near and far in pursuit of new birds and new surroundings. Kristin is one of the teaching photographers at the Hawks Aloft Birds of Prey Photo Shoot that will take place on October 19, 2019 (the formal announcement will appear in our Sept. issue). Kristin also assists Doug Brown, her husband, with photo workshops.
You can see more of Kristin's images on her website. or her Instagram: @kristinbrown1
Below are five images, from near and far:
- Singing Bewick's Wren
- Chestnut-breasted Coronets, a species found in the slopes of the Andes in Ecuador and Peru
- Juvenile Peregrine Falcon
- Black-necked Stilt pair
- Burrowing Owl
|
|
Thank You to our July Donors!
Charles Brandt
Betty Busby
Niels Chapman
Dale and Patty Harrington
Terri Haven
Raymona Holten
Robert Katz
Stephanie Kaylan
Laura Kuster
Catherine Munson-Klein
Frank Rivera
Carolyn "Sami" Sanborn
Mrs. Sasson
Allison Schacht
Patti Serna
Madeline Sobrepera
Andrea Volenec
Education/Outreach
Team
Chuck Brandt
Mary Bruesch
Ed Chappelle
Mary Chappelle
Rebecca Ezechukwu
Sean Geary
Jack Klocek
Shawn Klocek
Evelyn McGarry
Arlette Miller
Chellye Porter
Larry Rimer
Elizabeth Roberts
Diane Rossbach
Allison Schacht
Patti Serna
Anita Sisk
Bruce Sisk
Raptor Rescue Team
Nirankar Ambriz
Victoria Ambriz
Daniel Archuleta
Mary Bruesch
Ed Chappelle
Mary Chappelle
Joanne Dahringer
Shannon Harrison
Ty Horak
Denise Inight
Arlette Miller
Laura McCammon
Bill McCammon
Evelyn McGarry
Julie Morales
Eliane Notah
Chellye Porter
Amanda Rael
Larry Rimer
James Robinson
Anita Sisk
Bruce Sisk
Kris Thackrah
Davedda Thomas
Tony Thomas
Frank Wilson
|
|
Our Veterinarians and Rehabilitators
Kariana Atkinson, DVM
Mary & Ed Chappelle
Linda Contos, DVM
Cottonwood Rehabilitation Center
Desert Willow Wildlife
Rehabilitation Center
Eye Care for Animals
Ray Hudgell, DVM
Gavin Kennard, DVM, DACVO
Daniel Levenson, DVM
Mike Melloy, DVM
Lisa Morgan
New Mexico Wildlife Center
Bob Peiffer, DVM, PhD
Petroglyph Animal Hospital
Kathleen Ramsay, DVM
Santa Fe Raptor Center
Southwest Veterinary Medical Center
Samantha Uhrig, DVM
Ventana Animal Clinic
Wildlife Rescue of New Mexico
Field Survey Teams
Chuck Brandt
Wendy Brown
Mary Bruesch
Ed Chappelle
Gill Clarke
Ed Clark
Charles Cummings
Vicki Dern
Roger Grimshaw
Fred Hashimoto
Joan Hashimoto
Jerry Hobart
Kay Jackson
Bob Kipp
Maurice Mackey
David Meyerson
Arlette Miller
Glenda Moore
Natalie Nunez
Bonnie Long
Dave Parsons
Chellye Porter
Larry Rimer
Donna Royer
Susan Russo
Renee Robillard
Sam Sanborn
Allison Schacht
Martin Schelble
Dianne Schlies
Lisa Schluter
Mary Smith
Mary Walsh
Christie Wilcox
Steve Youtsey
|
|
July 2019 Call Log & Intakes
American Crow-Wing fracture
American Kestrel-Hit by car
American Kestrel-Hit by car
American Kestrel-Wing injury
Barn Owl-Barbed wire injury
Barn Owl-Human Interference
Common Raven-caught in fishing line
Cooper’s Hawk-Caught by dog
Cooper’s Hawk-DOA
Cooper’s Hawk-DOA
Cooper’s Hawk-Dog caught
Cooper’s Hawk-Failure to thrive/emaciation
Cooper’s Hawk-Failure to thrive/emaciation
Cooper’s Hawk-Failure to thrive/emaciation
Cooper’s Hawk-Failure to thrive/emaciation
Cooper’s Hawk-Failure to thrive/emaciation
Cooper’s Hawk-Found in arroyo
Cooper’s Hawk-Hit by car
Cooper’s Hawk-Hit window
Cooper’s Hawk-Hit window
Cooper’s Hawk-Human inference/bird-napped
Cooper’s Hawk-Human Interference/bird-napped
Cooper’s Hawk-Left wing injury
Cooper’s Hawk-Leg fracture
Cooper’s Hawk-Missing all tail feathers/WNV
Cooper’s Hawk-No injury (unable to catch)
Cooper’s Hawk-Possible hit by car
Cooper’s Hawk-Possible leg injury
Cooper’s Hawk-Possible West Nile Virus
Cooper’s Hawk-Right eye injury (unable to catch)
Cooper’s Hawk-Right wing injury
Cooper’s Hawk-Right wing injury (DOA)
Cooper’s Hawk-Spinal injury
Cooper’s Hawk-Stuck in fence (no intake needed)
Cooper’s Hawk-Unknown
Cooper’s Hawk-Welfare check (no injury)
Cooper’s Hawk-Welfare check (no injury)
Cooper’s Hawk-Welfare check (no injury)
Cooper’s Hawk-Welfare check (no injury)
Cooper’s Hawk-Welfare check (no injury)
Cooper’s Hawk-Welfare check (no injury)
Curve-billed Thrashers (2)-Dog caught
Flammulated Owl-Imprinted/human interference
Golden Eagle-Barbed wire injury
Great Blue Heron-Emaciation
Great Horned Owl-Barbed wire injury
Great Horned Owl-Hit by car
Great Horned Owl-Welfare check (no injury)
Great Horned Owl-Welfare check (no injury)
Greater Roadrunner-Lethargic
Greater Roadrunner-Spinal injury
Hummingbird-Unable to fly
Mississippi Kite-Human interference
Northern Harrier-Right wing injury
Peregrine Falcon-Emaciated
Peregrine Falcon-Unable to fly
Prairie Falcon-Electrocution
Red-tailed Hawk-Hit by car
Red-tailed Hawk-Injuries to feet
Red-tailed Hawk-Possible gunshot
Red-tailed Hawk-Wing fracture
Red-tailed Hawk-Wing fractures
Rock Dove-Welfare check (no injury)
Swainson’s Hawk-Left wing injury
Swainson’s Hawk-Trichamonas
Swainson’s Hawk-Welfare check (no injury)
Unknown Hawk-leg injury (unable to catch)
Unknown Owls (2)-Oil soaked
Unknown songbird-Unable to fly
White-winged Dove-DOA
|
|
And Thank You to Our Corporate Donors:
Amazon Smile Foundation
Avangrid Renewables
Benevitty Fund
The Binky Foundation
Central New Mexico Audubon Society
Charles Schwab
Coca-Cola Foundation
Farmers Electric Cooperative
Four Corners Bird Club
Gathering of Nations
Holbrook Travel
Intel Corporation
Kroger Company
Land of Enchantment Wildlife Foundation
McFarland Cascade
Nichols Ranch
PNM Resources Foundation
Peabody Natural Resources Company
Sonepar USA
Summit Construction
Summit Line Construction
Tetra Tech
The Verdes Foundation
Wild Birds Unlimited
Wildside Nature Tours
Womack Wealth Management
|
|
|
6715 Eagle Rock Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
|
|
|
Who We Are
Gail Garber,
Executive Director
Trevor Fetz,
Lead Avian Biologist
David Buckley,
Avian Surveyor
Maggie Grimason,
Senior Editor
Sue Harrelson,
Project Manager, Taos Gorge Raptor Study Coordinator
Evelyn McGarry
, East Mountain Representative
Arlette Miller
, Raptor Rescue Dispatcher
Lisa Morgan,
Raptor Rescue Coordinator
Jill Morris,
Office Manager
John Stanek,
Avian Surveyor
Raymond Van Buskirk
, Avian Surveyor
|
|
|
|
Our Board of Directors
Alwyn VanderWalt
Chair
Mary Chappelle,
Vice-chair
Terry Edwards,
Treasurer
Sarah Beans
, Secretary
Dagny Cosby,
Board Member
Carter Cherry,
Board Member
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|