Members: We were copied a news report out of Winnipeg indicating unusually
cold conditions and snow cover across the eastern arctic, including Hudson
Bay. Apparently, the spring tourist season at Churchill went bust this
year. Such late spring temps. and snow cover had not been experienced
since the 1960's. These conditions were predicted to have dire
consequences for breeding waterfowl and shorebirds throughout the region.

Question: Are any shorebird researchers active on Akimiski Island this
spring and can they report what they are witnessing there? Ditto for those
working around Churchill.

Thanks,

PR Leary