There were three Red-Necked Grebes visible from the shoreline of the Ottawa River at Shirley's Bay this morning (May 2) at 10:15 AM. Also, a Nashville Warbler and Blue-headed Warbler heard (others have seen it this morning) on the trail inside the National Defence property along the fenceline towards the dyke. Please call the Range Control Officer before entering the National Defence Property. Note that the path leading up to the Dyke is flooded. **** PLEASE NOTE**** YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM THE RANGE CONTROL OFFICE BEFORE ENTERING THE SHIRLEY'S BAY AREA-- Call (613) 991-5740 and request permission to visit the causeway area for birding.… -- Arthur Goldsmith