January 8, 2024 Minutes, Covenant Presbyterian Church

The meeting was called to order by Vice-President Vic Laubach at 7:00 pm.
Donations: Several pieces of art by Ray Harm were donated as a fundraiser for the club. Also, several nature books were donated.
Recent sightings: Bell’s Lane provided great entertainment for a group of club members by a cooperative Barred Owl, as well as Short-eared Owls. A Bald Eagle was sighted bathing at Lake Moomaw, a Ruffed Grouse was at Braley Pond, Crossbills were at the Breast works, a Loggerhead Shrike was seen on Livick Rd, and Horned Larks were on Guthrie Rd.
Christmas Bird Counts: The Augusta County CBC was held December 17th. 78 species were found including 2 Cackling Geese. The Waynesboro Count was held December 30th. It was a windy, slow day for birding. Crista Cabe will compile a report.
Upcoming Field Trips: Allen Larner will lead a group to Highland County on January 20th. Jo King will lead her monthly field trip to McCormick’s Mill on January 17th.
Membership: We have 2 new members which places our membership at 195.
Nature Camp: Sarah Foster reported that we have 6 applicants for camp. Three will receive full scholarships and three will get partial scholarships.
Program: Vic Laubach gave a delightful presentation on his trip to the Galapagos in June, 2023. – Marilyn Nash, Secretary