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6- Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, November 19, 1997 Taking a Closer Look Since writing about the Oregon Junco appearing in this area a couple of weeks ago I have had two readers of the column comment that they now take a more scrutinizing look at Juncos. As both readers said, "I was unaware there were other than the Slate Coloured Junco. I now look for that pink or tawny colour on the upper side of the body." That was at least the jest of the conversation. The knowledge that there is other than the Slated-coloured does add a further dimension to observation of Juncos. It is easy to note that the bird is a Junco but another feature to define the bird within its own specie. It then becomes a matter of looking at every bird. On asking one of the noted birders in the area how they were able to make sightings of some of the rarer birds he said it was a matter of looking at every individual bird. No doubt you will look at a lot of Juncos before sighting an Oregon. Let us know if you do. 'Taking a closer look' came to mind Sunday noon driving north on Jewel Road off the Sixth Line. A flock of perhaps fifty Snow Buntings arose with splashings of white from the field to glide into a sparse weed area. At this time of year it is possible that other birds, Horned Larks and/or Lapland Longspurs, could be included in the group. It takes a keen eye for the birds not only move about quickly but are of similar size and somewhat same in colour. Indeed it is a challenge but it does add a further dimension to bird watching and identification. It is nct for the arm-chair birder. Bob Rotz, out Kirby way, reports the appear- ance of a Common Redpoll at the feeder. What a perky little bird with a vivid red cap and the male with a pinkish chest. Both male and female have a noticeable black mark un- der the bill. I don't see them too often but for a large wave in migration north, years ago, in the Darlington Provincial Park. More recently a much smaller flock at the lake front off to the west of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Sta- tion. The biggest push at home at the feeders has been the American Goldfinch feasting on Niger seed. Chickadees and Nuthatch are regular visitors for Black Sunflower seed. Newcastle Lions News The regular rieeting of the Newcastle Liorls Club took place on Novemlber 12th, in the Lions ROom at the Newcastle Comimunity Hall. President George Rickard acted as chainan and wel- comed thirty three members as well as nine Lions from Bowmanville Lions Club including BowTimanville Lions President Jim Coombs. Other guests welcomed by President George were Alan Strike, Chairman of the Durham College Fund 0aising Drive and Steve Ritchie, a guest of Lion Carl Good, A delicious roast beef din- ner topped off with home made apple pie was prepared and served by the Newcastle United Church Women. Zone Chairman, Terry Graham. Terry was making his official visit to his home club and was introduced by Lion Francis Jose. Z.C. Terry spoke on the accomplish- ments of the club, the impor- tance of Nevada break open tickets and the revenue the club receives from it, mem- bership and its Importance to the future of the club and projects present and future, Terry will be running for Regional Chairman at the upcoming convention. Terry was thanked by Lion John Bugelli. Lion Murray Paterson pre- sented Alan Strike with the first, of five annual install- ments of $2,000.00 as Newcastle Lions commitment to the Durham College build- ing and expansion fund. Alan noted he was accepting for Dick Lovekin as he was part of the committee. The fund has realized only 9.5 million of its' goal of 12 million, but hope to announce some major donations in the near future. President Jim Coombs of the Bowmanville Club thanked the Newcastle club for their hospitality and belat- edly presented the club with a plaque on the occasion of their 50th Anniversary last May. Lion Jim also reminded everyone on the Bowmanville Lions Club Annual Turkey Roll to be held on December 4th, at the Bowmanville Lions Centre, everyone is welcome. Thank you letters were read from Daphne St. Amand for colour bus tour and Lion Dick Lovekin for the lovely fruit basket, cards, notes and visits from Lions. Lion Jean Graham report- ed on the Dog Walk-a-thon. A final calculation shows a total raised of $15,100.00 for Canine Vision. Lion Sierd DeJong handing out duty rosters and reported that all the preparations are made for the annual Lions Stag on November 21. 111 and Visitation Chmn. Roy Watts reported that Dick Lovekin is home, on the road to recovery and feeling a lot better. Any Lion wishing to visit, please call first and don't stay too long, as he tires easy. As November is Lung Awareness Month, a motion to make the Lions room smoke free was carried after a considerable amount of dis- cussion. Lion Pat Blaker com- mented on the necessity to make the room smoke free and thanked the members for their concerns and interest during his illness. The next regular Newcastle Lions meeting will take place in the Lions Room at the Newcastle Community Hall on November 26. Speaker will be local author and story teller Sher Leetooze. Guests Diane Hamre Mayor Mu nicipality of Clarington qPe9 - &,:oucet On August 9, 1997, Carla Christine Werry and Ronald Jeffrey Doucet exchanged wedding vows, at Orono United Church. Carla is the daughter of Gord and Pamela Werry, Newcastle and Jeff is the son of Ronald and Judy Doucet of Halifax , Nova Scoia. Jeff and Carla graduated from Loyalist College, Belleville in June. ... to the residents of Clarington for your support and trust. I will continue to represent ALL ofyou ALL of thc time. Bowmanville Toastmasters Chairman and Toastmaster Mike Sullivan chose as his appropriate theme Remembrance Day for the November l th meeting of the Bowmanville Toastmasters Club. Members of the head table, Toastmasters Irene Konzelmann and Denise Marek, were asked to reflect on the meaning of Remembrance Day. The impromptu topics challenged even the most sea- soned Toastmasters as they grappled with their most embarrassing incident, most kind deed, most uncharac- teristic behaviour, most adventurous act, .... Winner of the trophy was Toastmaster Gordon West for his tale about his most unpredictable act when he nursed back to health a rab- bit he had shot. Four Bowmanville Toastmasters recently attend- ed the Fall Conference of District 60 Toastmaster in Waterloo. A number of work- shops designed for the enrichment of members was offered on Saturday. To men- tionjust three presentations: Deftly Dealing with Difficult People, People Skills and Computers and Toastmasters. Two highlights were the Humourous and Impromptu Speech Contests. Join us any Tuesday evening, 7:30 - 9:30, at the Darlington Hydro Information Centre.:For more information please call 983-9423. are welcome, please call Peter DeJong at 987-5293 for con- firmation. M C 4 M.e - -ffl- WM M Wfflý. -11 ei