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Week of December 26 thru January 1~Nevada

Posted by on Dec. 26, 2011 at 2:18 PM
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Let's see what you've got for Nevada. I wasn't able to find anything in my birdwatching magazines but if you've got hotspots to share for Nevada, share them here! :)
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AuntieP
by New Member on Feb. 4, 2012 at 3:49 AM

Corn Creek Field Station
36.47 N  115.32 W
This oasis in the Desert National Wildlife range is about an hour north of Las Vegas. Check the desert scrub for LeConte's Thrasher. Spring and fall migration are good for passerines. Follow your early morning trip here with a drive up Mount Charleston.

Lamoille Canyon Scenic Byway/Ruby Mountains
40.75 N   115.46 W
The Ruby Mountains are home to the introduced Himalayan Snowcock. Hike up to Island Lake to find their habitat. The  best time to visit is mid-July through August.

Mount Charleston/Humbolt-Toiyabe National Forest
36.28 N  115.68 W
This area is northwest of Las Vegas. You will discover a variety of pine forests on the road to the summit. Stop at picnic areas and

Red Rock Canyon
36.18 N  115.42 W
Look here for Mojave Desert species before you try your luck in nearby Las Vegas. Continue south to Spring Mountain Ranch State Park for Summer Tanager and Crissal Thrasher.

KylesMom409
by Group Owner on Feb. 4, 2012 at 8:21 PM
Awesome! Thanks for posting this. :)


Quoting AuntieP:

Corn Creek Field Station
36.47 N  115.32 W
This oasis in the Desert National Wildlife range is about an hour north of Las Vegas. Check the desert scrub for LeConte's Thrasher. Spring and fall migration are good for passerines. Follow your early morning trip here with a drive up Mount Charleston.

Lamoille Canyon Scenic Byway/Ruby Mountains
40.75 N   115.46 W
The Ruby Mountains are home to the introduced Himalayan Snowcock. Hike up to Island Lake to find their habitat. The  best time to visit is mid-July through August.

Mount Charleston/Humbolt-Toiyabe National Forest
36.28 N  115.68 W
This area is northwest of Las Vegas. You will discover a variety of pine forests on the road to the summit. Stop at picnic areas and

Red Rock Canyon
36.18 N  115.42 W
Look here for Mojave Desert species before you try your luck in nearby Las Vegas. Continue south to Spring Mountain Ranch State Park for Summer Tanager and Crissal Thrasher.


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