4/13/09 – We’ve witnessed many signs of spring over the Easter weekend. The first evening grosbeak at the bird feeder, first red-winged blackbird, first chipmunk, first snow buntings and first cow bird. Cindy saw a “pathetic” gaggle of geese fly over Sawbill yesterday, circle uncertainly and head back south. The rivers are starting to open although the lakes are still white and tight. – Bill