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CALIFORNIA
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MAR - 1 1978

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Volume 60

Berkeley, Calif.

March 1978

Number 3

Wolves Howl in March

Kiowa, an Eastern Timberwolf, will be our featured guest at the March
membership meeting. Senior Zookeeper Tony Bila will introduce Kiowa,
and share some of his experiences with wolves. Mr. Bila has been instru-
mental in arranging for the new Wolf Wood exhibit at the San Francisco
Zoo to open February 21. He is in charge of the zoo’s carnivores and has
long had an interest in wolves. This is a special opportunity for GGAS
members to ask those questions about wolves and wolf behavior.

We will also see the Canadian Film Board’s “Death of a Legend,” un-
questionably one of the finest wolf documentaries ever made. The
March 16th meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be held inside the
San Francisco Zoo’s Shoong Auditorium. This is just inside the main
entrance, within the Children’s Zoo area. Ample parking is available
nearby.

—RAY HASEY, Program Chairman

Field Trips Calendar

Sunday, March 5 — Alameda south shore and vicinity for shore
birds. This area is one of the best for its variety of birds. Meet at 9 a.m.
at Lincoln Park, High St. and Santa Clara Ave. (A.C. Transit #51 or
#58) Leader, Leora Feeney (522-8523). Bring lunch.

Wednesday, March 8 — Mini trip to Lafayette Reservoir. Meet at
Claremont Hotel parking lot, Ashby Ave. entrance at 8:30 a.m. to car
pool. Lunch optional; trip cancelled if it rains. Leader, Ruth Voss
(525-8032).

Saturday, March 11 — Mt. View Sanitary District, Martinez. An

interesting trip to a newly conceived marsh area created from con-

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verted waste waters for a habitat to attract water, shore and land birds.
Take interstate 680 north past the Concord exit to Martinez via the
Pacheco Blvd. off ramp. Go to the first stop sign; turn right and meet at
8:30 a.m. at the Mobil gas station on Arthur Street for further direc-
tions. The leader will be a biologist from the district. Bring lunch. ( V )

Wednesday, March 15 — Mini trip along the Golden Gate Prom-
enade for plants and birds with Ida Geary. Meet at Golden Gate Bridge
toll plaza parking lot at 10 a.m. We’ll walk beside the bay to the Ft.
Point Promenade classroom. Accessible by Muni bus #28. Lunch op-
tional. Information, Hap Fraser (661-8891).

Thursday, March 16— Sunol Regional Park. Take interstate 680
south to Calaveras Road, go left and follow the signs to Sunol Park. Meet
at the bridge crossing Welch Creek at 9:30 a.m. Bring lunch. Leader,
Ruth Dement (527-7923). ( V )

Sunday, March 26 — Golden Gate Park. The usual Easter walk
around the chain of lakes for water fowl and land birds. Meet at 9:30
a.m. at 43rd and Fulton Ave. by the north lake. Bring lunch. Leader,
Betty Short (921-3020, work).

Carpooling: The trips marked (V) are those for which carpooling
can be arranged. If you need a ride or can offer one, call Kate Partridge
at 849-1951 (home) or 642-5784 (work: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.) It should be
understood that passengers share all expenses incident to the trips, in-
cluding mileage and any fees such as bridge tolls, entrance fees, etc.

-FIELD TRIPS COMMITTEE

Out of State Field Trips

Any person(s) and/or organizations wishing to organize or lead an
out of state field trip in 1979 having the sponsorship of GGAS will
henceforth be required to submit all details of the trip (itinerary, time,
price, etc.) before July 15, 1978. All trips will be listed only twice in
The Gull, in the September and February issues. Also, all trips sub-
mitted to GGAS will be subject to approval by the Field Trips Com-
mittee and the Board of Directors. Please send all information in
duplicate to Mike Wilder, c/o Golden Gate Audubon Society, 2718
Telegraph Ave., #206, Berkeley, CA 94705.

December and January Observations

WIND WAIFS

Birds found during this time of the year are usually individuals that
will winter locally. Many of these are found on the Christmas Counts
and this year’s crop was particularly fine. The worst of the drought was
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affected seabiid distribution. Untold thousands of Red Phalaropes were
scattered near the coast; they are normally rare in winter. Dark-bellied
shearwatei s were nearly absent, but Manx Shearwaters were found
widely; they would usually winter further south. The only Short-tailed
Shearwater reported was one from Pigeon Point 29 Nov. (BS, PM).
Pink-footed Shearwaters were more common than usual. Two Fulmars
were blown into San Francisco Bay near Berkeley 18 Dec. and one was
photographed (DG et al ); a jaeger (sp.) was also seen that day at
Point Isabel, Albany (PA). Both Ashy and Leach’s Storm-Petrels were
seen from shore on Point Reyes during high winds 17 Dec. (MP). Very
unusual were two Sabine’s Gulls seen from Point Reyes 4 Dec. (DD).
Numbers of Xantus Murrelets were present in Monterey Bay; some
were even seen from shore 21 Jan. (DR, DD), as were ten Ancient
Murrelets, 20 Dec. (JM)

Inland, the storms had less effect, but may have contributed to the
presence of Oldsquaws along the Blackpoint Cutoff, Solano County,
3 Dec. and at Lake Merritt 13—22 Jan. (HC et al). Cattle Egrets
were reported widely, but they are becoming regular winter visitants. A
Red-necked Grebe at Crystal Springs Reservoir, San Mateo County, 29—
30 Nov. (BS) was unusual away from the coast, as was one seen at
Berkeley’s Aquatic Park 27 Jan. (DD).

THE NORTHERN CONTRIBUTION

An exceptional number of birds that emanate from Alaska/ Siberia
were present. A Yellow-billed Loon was found in Monterey 28 Jan. (CC,
GA). Three Emperor Geese appeared at Limantour Estero, Point Reyes,
28 Dec. (B&SH et al) and delighted many Bay Area birders. Another
Emperor Goose was at the mouth of the Pajaro River 19 Dec. (J&RW)
and was refound at Moss Landing 1—2 Jan. (E&AM et al). Also inter-
esting was a Snow Goose at Princeton Harbor, San Mateo County, in
late Dec. (BS), a “Blue” Goose at Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge
28 Dec. (LI4) and up to six Ross’ Geese at Napa 3—17 Dec. (KVV).
The young male Tufted Duck was on Lake Merritt until about 3 Jan.,
but a high-plumaged male replaced it 23 Jan. (ED, HC). This may be
the bird seen there in late November. A female Tufted Duck was dis-
covered at the Limantour Natural Research Area 7 Jan. (RS). A Ring-
necked Duck X scaup hybrid was on Lake Merritt again.

A Bewick’s Swan returned to Victoria Island, in the San Francisco
Delta, with 5000 Whistling Swans on 24—30 Dec. (DE, DRu, CH et al),
constituting about the fifth state record. This bird is quite similar to the
Whistling Swan and the two “species may be lumped together in the
future. At least two apparent Whistling X Bewick’s Swan hybrids were
also present. A male Blue-winged Teal, rare in winter, was at Ano Nuevo,
San Mateo County, 3 Dec. (JA).

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A “Harlan’s” Hawk, rare in the state, was north of Sacramento 26 Dec.
(EG). Up to four Rock Sandpipers were reported from their regular
spot on Bodega Head; those at Princeton and Pebble Beach in San
Mateo County also returned. This is the southern limit of their winter
range. Four American Golden Plovers at Dillon Beach, Sonoma County,
on 21 Jan. may have wintered locally (MLR). A Ruff at Pacific Grove
from 27 Dec. to at least 9 Jan. was a very rare straggler to our shores
(MP, JP et al). A Glaucous Gull was at the beach end of Golden Gate
Park 26 Jan. (BMcC). A Thick-billed Murre discovered at Otter Point,
Pacific Grove 21 Jan. (DR, DD et al) was the first to be found in the
state since the winter of ’74-’75. There are only about fifteen records of
this rarity in California. A Northern Shrike returned for its third winter
at Nicasio Reservoir, Marin County, 21 Jan. (JW) and another was re-
corded in Lake County 18 Dec. (KVV) for one of the few county
records. The Snow Bunting at Monticello Dam, Napa County, was last
seen 6 Dec.

EASTERN VISITORS

It is an occasion when a Broad-winged Hawk is found in winter, but
we had two: one at Tiburon 5 Dec.— 16 Jan. (RS et al) and another on
Point Reyes 17 Dec. (BMcC). An immature Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
of the eastern race varius in Tiburon 31 Dec. (GMcC) constituted the
first Northern California record for this form which may be a full species.
A rare Eastern Phoebe was at Watsonville 1 Jan. (RM). A Brown
Thrasher wintered near Santa Rosa (AB, LK); we have about one each
winter in our area. As usual, a few “eastern” warblers wintered here. Two
Black-and-whites were near Watsonville 1 Jan. (PM, BR) and another
was in the Olema marsh 7 Jan. (SW). At least four Tennessee Warblers
were at Stinson Beach throughout the period (RS et al), three wintered
at Pacific Grove (RS, VR et al), two were at Bodega Bay 29 Nov.— 1 Dec.
(these are best treated as late migrants— KVV), and another was in
Golden Gate Park 26 Jan. (DR).

Rarest of the lot was a Magnolia Warbler at Watsonville 1 Jan.
through the end of the month (E&AM, BR, JR et al). It is Northern
California’s first winter record and only the second for the state. Four
Palm Warblers were in the Monterey area 27 Dec. (RS, VR) and an-
other was at Watsonville 28 Jan. (GA, CC); a male American Redstart
was there 1 Jan. (PM). A “Baltimore” Oriole was at Pacific Grove 27
Dec.— 29 Jan. (RS, VR et al) and Rose-breasted Grosbeaks were in
Golden Gate Park 30 Dec. (LCB) and in residential San Mateo in late
Dec. (BS). Both are nearly as common as their western counterparts in
winter, though any oriole or grosbeak is rare this time of year. The
Sharp-tailed Sparrow on Bolinas Lagoon was seen through at least 8

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Jan. The Harris Sparrow returned to Palo Alto for another winter 10
Dec. and another began visiting a Berkeley feeder 25 Dec. (BSe). At
least eight Swamp Sparrows were seen on the Point Reyes Christmas
Count and others were at Limantour 3 Dec. ( EM ) and Watsonville 1
Jan. (PM). But the most exciting bird of the period came from far to
the east. An adult Lesser Black-backed Gull, probably of the British
race, was identified at Robert’s Lake, Seaside, 14 Jan. (LCB, JP, MP,
RB. Photos were taken.) This is the first record for California and also
the first for the west coast. It is pure conjecture as to how this species
could have reached California, but there is a recent Colorado record,
so the bird may have taken an overland route.

SOUTHERN BACKLASH

A Roseate Spoonbill near Moss Landing 1—14 Jan. was the first mod-
em Northern California record (PG et al). Wonder as to the wild status
of this individual seemed to be mollified by the fact that 1977 was a
spoonbill invasion year in Southern California with birds pushing north-
ward to the coast in late fall and one still present in Ventura County in
December. Apparently four Tropical Kingbirds attempted to winter
locally: the Lake Merced (San Francisco) bird all period, one at Foster
City in late Dec. (BS) and birds near Moss Landing and Castroville,
Monterey County, all January (PG et al).

Just out of our area comes the report of California’s first Blue-throated
Hummingbird at a feeder in Three Rivers, Tulare County. It was found
in late December, verified in early January (Frank Baldridge) and seen
by most of the state’s active birders during the rest of the month.

FORGOTTEN TIMETABLES

A major highlight of the Christmas Counts is the search for western
species that have lingered behind when most of their genre have long
departed for warmer climes. Two Common Terns were found on the
Oakland Christmas Count (LF. NC, DG). Goodly numbers of Hermit
Warblers were found this winter, including one inland in Orinda 18 Dec.
(B&LJ). But the most exciting was an unprecedented Purple Martin
at Stinson Beach 1 Jan. (RS, PW).

A SAD TALE

During a high tide 10 Dec., a group of birders went to Benicia, Solano
County, in an attempt to see a Black Rail, and indeed they flushed one
which landed in a small patch of tules. Despite efforts to flush it with
branches and noise, it could not be relocated. Then some took it upon
themselves to begin stomping down the vegetation; they did so until
the entire patch was submerged. Still no rail. Shortly thereafter, birders
drifting back to the spot discovered the tiny bird struggling in the

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destroyed reeds and caught it briefly for photos. They released it, but the
bird was so injured by being smashed underfoot that it died a while
later. Not only was the incident in violation of the Federal Endangered
Spieces Act, it was also a gross lapse in birding ethics. It must never be
repeated; birding should never endanger the creatures that are being
viewed.

On a happier note, a Black Rail was seen without destroying habitat
or bird at Palo Alto 8 Jan. (AP et al). Another was heard calling at
Kehoe Marsh, Point Reyes, 17 Dec. (TJ), where a few are resident.

Observers: Jeff Alban, Peter Allen, Garth Alton, Laurence C. Bin-
ford, Ann Brockman, Ron Branson, Chris Carpenter, Herold Connon,
Nancy Conzett, Elizabeth Dickey, Donna Dittman, Dick Erickson,
Leora Feeney, Doug Gomke, Phil Gordon, Ed Greaves, Bill and Suzanne
Herring, Craig Hohenberger, Tony James, Bob and Lenore Johnsen,
Lou Kelly, Eugene and Akiko Makishima, Brian McCaffery, Guy Mc-
Caskie, Peter Metropoulos, Joe Morlan, Randy Morgan, Dan Murphy,
Arvil Parker, John Parmeter, Mike Parmeter, Bill Reese (BR), Van
Remsen, Bob Richmond (BRi), Jean Richmond, Don Roberson (DR),
Mary Louise Rosegay, Dave Rudholm (DRu), Barry Sauppe (BS),
Barry Seelye (BSe), Rich Stallcup, John and Ricky Warriner, Peter
Warshaw, Summer Wilson, Jon Winter, Kent Van Vuren.

—DON ROBERSON, Observations Editor
2244 Encinal #5, Alameda, CA 94501 (865-2462)

Birding the Marin Headlands

For many decades the military reservations on the Marin County
headlands have been a favorite birding place. Through the dedicated
efforts of conservationists, these lands, when no longer necessary for the
protection of the Golden Gate, were spared the incursion of the city
and made a part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area
(GGNRA). Nowhere else in the country is there such extensive open
space so near a large metropolitan area.

Easily reached from San Francisco by the Alexander Street exit from
U.S. 101 just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, it is a mere ten-minute
drive from the city. Approaching from the north, take the last Sausalito
exit just before the bridge and follow GGNRA signs.

Habitat varies from the brackish waters of Rodeo Lagoon to the dry
hillsides of chaparral and grassland. There is also a fresh-water pond at
the upper end of the lagoon, with its marshy borders; several small
streams with willowy banks; plantings of cypress and eucalyptus and,
at the western end, the gravelly Rodeo Beach, Bird Island (bristling
with cormorants) and the open ocean.

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Rodeo Lagoon ( # 1 on map ) , in the heart of the area, is an important
wintering place for many species of ducks. In addition to the common
species, a small number of Redheads have been with the Canvasbacks
there this winter. The pond (#2 on map) often attracts Ring-necked
Ducks, but check to be sure you are not seeing a stray Tufted Duck or
Tufted hybrid, sometimes seen here. Other water birds, such as loons
(three species), grebes (four or five species), gulls, egrets, herons and
rails, are nearly always present.

At the close of the breeding season, large numbers of Brown Pelicans
fly into the area from the south with their attendant Heermann’s Gulls.
Elegant Terns may also arrive at this time.

Watch for shorebirds around the lagoon and on the sandbar at its
upper end. Baird’s and Pectoral Sandpipers are a possibility during
migration, as are phalaropes, usually Northern, though sometimes Red, on
the water or on the pond.

The willows around the pond (#2) are a favorite cover for migrants
and wintering warblers, especially Audubon, Wilson’s and Orange-
crowned, but vagrant eastern warblers such as Redstart and Chestnut-
sided may also appear. Watch for the rare Northern Waterthrush in the
wet underbrush near the east end.

Another choice spot, covered with dense willows and twinberry, lies
along a small road paralleling the main road opposite the old firing
range (#3 on map). Often called the Bypass Road, it is now closed to
cars, but park near the stables at the lower end of the road and walk
back. This is one of the surest and easiest places to show' visiting birders

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the Wrentit. In spring and summer it is a favorite haunt of the Swain-
son’s Thrush and it may often be heard singing here, day long. This is
also a hideout for vagrant warblers; Black-throated Blue and Chestnut-
sided have both been recorded here. Three species of owls have been
spotted: Great Horned, Barn and recently the Long-eared.

Check for warblers, owls, roosting herons, nesting hummingbirds
et al in the stand of cypress and pine behind the fire house and ranger
station ( #4 on map).

Under proper conditions of wind and weather a number of pelagics
may be sighted from Rodeo Beach (#5 on map), from the high cliffs
overlooking the ocean here or from the hill at Battery Wallace (#6).
Late summer through winter is the best time to look for such species as
Common Murre, Pigeon Guillemot, Sooty Shearwater, jaegers and Black-
legged Kittiwake. The Marbled Murrelet has been recorded below
Battery Wallace and there are records of the Magnificent Frigatebird in
the Golden Gate Strait and off Rodeo Beach.

Battery Wallace (#6) is one of the most famous of the vagrant
warbler traps along the coast. Redstart and Blackpoll have been fairly
regular here in recent years. Others included Black-and-white, Magnolia
and Canada. Great Horned Owls nest nearby and recently a Saw-whet
Owl was spotted in acacias along the road.

Famous for its hawk flights, discovered and reported on by Dr.
Laurence C. Binford of the California Academy of Sciences, is the Point
Diablo Lookout, (#7) also called Bunker Hill (on the GGNRA park-
map it is Hill 129). From September through November the raptor
migration is comparable to many of the better known flights in the east.
Turkey Vultures, Red-tailed Hawks, Sharp-shinned and Cooper’s Hawks
lead the list, but Kestrel, Marsh Hawk and Red-shouldered Hawk are
also common. The Broad-winged Hawk, once thought to be one of the
rarest of vagrant hawks in California, is now known to be of regular
occurrence in moderate numbers. Osprey, Write-tailed Kite, Golden
Eagle, Swainson’s and Ferruginous Hawks complete the list of those
seen most frequently. Groshawk, Peregrine Falcon and Mississippi Kite
( seen only once, in 1976) are rarities.*

The place is full of surprises. It may produce a flock of Gnatsnatchers.
great numbers of Lewis’ Woodpeckers, hundreds of Vaux Swifts, a flock
of Evening Grosbeaks, stray warblers, even a Pinon Jay or a Nutcracker.
The suspense on a good day can only be appreciated by the birders
already initiated to Point Diablo.

The whole GGNRA is a choice birding area. Obtain a trail map at the
Ranger Station ( #4) and go exploring. The Miwok Trail, which may be

"see Binford, in February 1977 Birding , p. 29. for further details.

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reached from Bypass Road at #3, crosses the hills into Tennessee Valley
and is highly favored by hiking birders. Or search out the newly opened
1 °ad to the lookout behind Bird Island, not far west of Battery Wallace
( r-6) and the Coast Guard Station. It will take you many trips to learn
the countless charms of the GGNRA.

-MARY LOUISE ROSEGAY

Conservation Notes

The Alaska issue is increasingly active now, and hearings are still
in progress on the proposed legislation. The best and most supportable
bill by far is S.1500 (HR 39), but the situation could easily change. We
are monitoring the progress of the various Alaska Lands’ proposals
through the Congress and will inform all members when a crucial vote
is imminent. This is most significant legislation and popular support is
critical.

Conservationists are hopeful that a strong Boundary Waters Wilder-
ness bill will emerge from the House Interior Committee sometime soon.
The National Audubon Society, along with other environmental groups,
testified in solid support of Minnesota Congressman Donald Fraser’s bill
(HR 2820) which would protect the entire area from logging, mining,
snowmobiles and motorboats.

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is larger than all other wilderness
areas in the eastern U.S. combined. It contains the largest virgin forests
remaining in the east and it sustains more wilderness recreation and
serves more scientific and educational purposes than any other wilder-
ness—but it still lacks legal protection.

Ask your U.S. Representative to support the strongest possible wilder-
ness measures for the BWCA— such provisions as originally set forth in
the Fraser bill and the Administration position.

The route of the East Bay Shoreline bike trail is now being considered.
The “alternate route,” avoiding the Emeryville Crescent, would preserve
a rich marshland and shorebird habitat. Write to John Leavitt, East
Bay Regional Parks, 11500 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, CA 94619, and
support the alternate route.

The “Nongame Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act of 1978” (HR
102555) is a bill designed to provide matching funds to State agencies
responsible for fish and wildlife management. It will benefit all wildlife
and especially those nongame species for which money has not been
generally available. This is a good, well-written piece of wildlife legisla-
tion and all GGAS members are encouraged to let the House Subcom-
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(Robert L. Leggett, D-CA, Chmn. ) know of your support.

The week of March 19-25 is Wildlife Week— to emphasize the need for
preserving and protecting our wildlife heritage. This year’s poster
features a striking color portrait of the endangered peregrine falcon and
is available free of charge by sending a postcard to the National Wild-
life Federation, Dept. NWP 78, 1412 - 16th St., N.W, Washington, D.C.

Also, Earth Day and the arrival of spring occur this month on the
equinox, Sunday, March 20th.

-CONSERVATION COMMITTEE

Notice to all GGAS Members in
Zip Code 94563 Area: ( Orinda)

There is a smaller, growing chapter, the Mt. Diablo Audubon Society,
which is the local chapter that includes Orinda. You have the option to
belong to Mt. Diablo rather than GCAS if you wish. You may change
your membership by contacting Mrs. Jackie Knislev, 4741 Olive Dr.,
Concord, CA 94521.

Iguanas and Incas

There are still a few spaces left on the trip to the Galapagos Islands,
Ecuador and Peru. The trip is from 17 August to 6 September, 1978. The
cost will be $1787 per person from Los Angeles. For more information,
call Forum Travel International in Berkeley at 843-8294.

Gifts and Bequests

ALAMEDA-SAN LEANDRO BAY NATURE FUND Gift of

(Formerly known as the Elsie Roemer Fund) Leora Feeney

FOR BAYSHORE MEMORIAL FUND
In memory of

Roberta Long Paul and Marion Covel

FOR GGAS Donald J. Craig, Jr.,

Gary Wong

In memory of

Barbara Gleason The Conzett Family, Elsie Roemer

In memory of

Estelle Mohler Wilma M. Avery

In memory of

Mrs. Gerald Warren Arthur B. Geen

In addition to the above, GGAS has gratefully received a generous
donation from the Mabel D. Toner estate.

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Note: This ballot is for members of the Golden Gate Audubon Society only.
Unless you are a member, do not return this ballot.

Check one:

P ^bis ballot represents one vote for each candidate marked.

I I Ibis ballot represents two votes (family membership).

Vote for ten:

FI Lenore C. Johnsen, President

| | Robert Hirt, President-Elect

| | Robert G. Gordon, First Vice President

Q Dora Conrath, Second Vice President

| | Michael Cussen, Treasurer

| [ Jolaine Munck, Recording Secretary

| | Minnie Groshong, Corresponding Secretary

Fj Michael Wihler, Director

[ | Gary Quien, Director

| | Shirley Taylor, Director

For your vote to be counted, this ballot must be returned not later than
April 30. Please remove this page from The Gull (with your name and
address on the back) and mail or bring it to the Golden Gate Audubon
Society, 2718 Telegraph Ave., *206, Berkeley, CA 94705.

CANDIDATES FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

At the January 30 Board of Directors’ meeting, the Nominating Com-
mittee presented the slate for all positions with the exception of Presi-
dent. This position must be filled by a present Board member. Because
of inexperience, lack of time and commitment, no Board member was
found to fill the position at the present time.

The Nominating Committee recommends, with the unaminous approv-
al of the GGAS Board of Directors, that President Lenore C. Johnsen
remain as president for one additional year to train a President-Elect.

This will necessitate a statute (operating rule not part of the Con-
stitution; statutes are for one year only ) to cover this period.

Standing Rule # 1 :

To allow Lenore C. Johnsen to continue as President for the term
1978-79.

Slate:

President Lenore C. Johnsen

President-Elect’ ”!”" Robert Hirt

First Vice President Robert G. Gordon

Second Vice President Dora Conrath

TT reasurer IVIicliad Cussen

Recording Secretary ---- _ Jolaine Munck

Corresponding Secretary Minnie Groshong

Directors: San Francisco — Michael Wihler — 3 years

San Francisco — Gary Quien — 2 years

East Bay — Shirley Taylor - 3 years

-DAVID LITTLEJOHN, Chairman, Nominating Committee

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OFFICERS

DIRECTORS

President, Lenore C. Johnsen (254-3919)

First Vice President, Shirley Taylor (845-2415)
Second Vice President, Dora Conrath (346-1920)
Treasurer, Michael Cusscn (524-1549)

Recording Secretary, Jolaine Munck (845-1851)
Corresponding Secretary, Gail Overstreet (525-6405)

Gary Quien (586-8487)
Elizabeth Donchez (431-7840)
Robert Hirt (566-4401 )

David Littlejohn (526-2572)
Joseph Morlan (654-1358)
Betty Olds (848-1407)

STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Conservation, Gary Quien (586-8487)
Education, Joseph Morlan (654-1358)
Field Trips, Betty Short

Mike Wihler (664-6567)
Finance, Clark Gleason (843-8846)

GULL Editor, Nancy Conzett (527-2593)
Hospitality, Elizabeth Donchez (431-7840)
Membership, Betty Olds (848-1407)
Program, Ray Hasey (843-9929)

Publicity, Robert Hirt (566-4401)

Above are all members of the Board of Directors

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA RARE BIRD ALERT (recorded) 843-2211

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Observations for THE GULL, Don Roberson (865-2462)
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Librarian, Lisa Johnsen (843-2222)

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