There are currently two Gryfalcons near the Peavey Elevator complex on
Connors Point in Superior, Wisconsin. One is a juvenile female gray/dark
morph that has been seen most often in the morning. The other is an adult
gray morph that is almost certainly the returning male from last winter --
which, at that time, set an all time record for longevity in the wild! So,
this is very exciting and there is a good chance that one or both of them
will be found in Duluth. Both birds can be seen from the public road that
runs the length of Connors Point. This road is heavily used by trucks and
workers especially during the week. There is a short turnoff just NW of the
Peavey complex that leads to a closed gate. There is room for 3-4 vehicles
to safely park off the road.

Almost *every time* that I look for these falcons, I see
birders/photographers trespassing. There is no excuse for this behavior.
The entire area is clearly posted NO TRESPASSING. Yesterday, I saw a black
SUV with Minnesota plates drive past the unmanned security gate at Peavey.
There are trespassers there today too. This behavior is in direct violation
of the ABA, MOU, and WSO birding ethics. This behavior reflects badly on
all birders and all photographers. It's my understanding that one person
got permission to enter the Peavey complex a week ago to get photos. This
does not mean that anyone else can or should trespass. PLEASE respect
private property and do not trespass at this facility. THERE IS NO EXCUSE
FOR THIS BEHAVIOR.

-- 
Peder H. Svingen
Duluth, MN
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