March 15 is Thursday.
Arun Bose
Richmond
Sent from my iPod
On Mar 6, 2012, at 1:56 PM, Diane Jadlowski <djadski@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Richmond Audubon Society, Thursday, March 17 - Membership Meeting, 7PM
Bob’s Big Year – During 2010 Bob traveled the US chasing birds in an attempt
to tally as many species in the ABA area as possible. For much of the year
he traveled with John Spahr. Bob tells the tale of their year from the
beginning when a well-considered itinerary was followed, trying to keep costs
under control, until the end when every rarity was chased. In the process
they drove personal cars, rented cars, took commercial flights, went on lots
of pelagic trips, hiked, rode ATVs, and along the way saw some great scenery,
were involved in some minor difficulties, had some really exciting times, and
soared to many terrific highs. Bob finished the year with 731 species,
ranking him second all-time among those completing an ABA Annual list. His
illustrated talk, in addition to detailing his travels, describes the
planning and the execution, gives a summary of the costs and miles traveled,
and offers suggestions for anyone interested in trying
an ABA
Big Year. You can gain a taste of his Big Year by logging onto his blog
http://bobsbirds.blogspot.com/ which he posted daily during his travels.
*Location:* St. Luke Lutheran Church 7757 Chippenham Parkway, at the
Custis Rd. and Chippenham Parkway intersection. Refreshments are served
afterwards.
SEE: RAS MEMBERS MEETING MAP
<http://www.richmondaudubon.org/ChapterMeeting.html#anchormeetingmap>
*Pre-meeting Dinner:* Prior to each Members Meeting, doors open at 5:30
PM with plenty of food and fellowship. */Please sign up in advance/*.
Volunteer to bring your favorite dish. Members $5.00, NEW MEMBERS EAT FREE!
