Fun run, running out of steam (?)

Good ole 23 Mile Road flooded cow pasture seemed almost empty today.  Not of birders, but of birds.  The American Golden-Plover was gone, as were the Stilt Sandpipers...and right before there was a big audience today.  The Baird's Sandpiper did not disappoint, as today it came relatively close to the road allowing for really good looks, and pics this morning.  

I can't say I'm terribly surprised that the Plover finally left.  It was noticeably "plumper" the last time I observed it, when compared to the first time.  That along with the water level dropping at this location led to it seeming to be much quieter there today overall.  Hopefully some rain tomorrow may bring some more birds in that are on their way South.  

I was able to meet Curt Hofer and Scott Jennex today, and put some faces to names.  A few other disappointed birders were there also, that unfortunately didn't get what we were all hoping to see.  

Tomorrow is a new day...cannot wait to see what it brings.