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Recent content by Jeannie

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    RFI- Venezuela

    Rasmus, Thanks again for the links- and for the additional information on Ecuador and Venezuela. I will check back with more questions after taking some time to read through these trip reports. As far as my comment about Peace Corps volunteers in Ecuador- just to correct any misunderstanding...
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    RFI- Venezuela

    I found an excellent website with information on birding independently in Venezuela. Jurgen Beckers focuses on areas around Merida, but also has tips on visiting the Llanos. There are some great links at the bottom of the page for additional trip reports and info on Venezuela...
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    Looking for locals

    Hi Kitcathey, Check out the listserv LABIRD (do a google search for LABIRD and LSU for information on how to sign up). It is moderated by Dr. Van Remsen, professor of ornithology and head of the Museum at Louisiana State University. There are probably a dozen messages a day from folks like...
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    Good morning from Troutdale, OR

    Hi there, My folks live in Salem, Oregon, and they have the same problem as you. They put out a couple of hanging yellowjacket traps (they are plastic cylinders with an aroma that attracts the buggers). The traps have kept the yellowjacket numbers down-- and they fill up quickly. cheers, Jeannie
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    RFI- Venezuela

    Rasmus, Thank you for your thoughtful replies! Your second post answered my next question- what about Ecuador? I read the earlier thread on Ecuador and it sounds like that could be an excellent trip as well. I will do a search for trip reports from independent travelers. I'd heard mixed...
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    RFI- Venezuela

    Hi, I'd like to go birding/ traveling in Venezuela in Dec-Jan, and would appreciate advice from anyone who has been there recently. I speak good Spanish and have traveled and birded extensively in Central America, traveling by public transportation and camping in national parks/ wildlife...
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