Jess and I spent a cold, wet Labor Day morning at Garr Ranch on Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake. With a big storm last night and into the morning, the migration birds were all exhausted and needing to rest before crossing the lake. Garr Ranch is a tiny island of trees on an otherwise barren island in a huge lake and the trees were full of songbirds heading south.

Western Wood Pewees. (this little grey bird took a while to ID)

Wilson's warblers

Townsend's warbler (Coolest bird of the day - black mask on bright yellow)

Hammond's flycatchers

Rufus hummingbirds and possibly a broadtail hummingbird

Lark sparrows

House wren

There were also Western Meadowlark, Tree swallows, Barn swallows, Ravens and a Kestral. Other wildlife included antelope and a coyote. Spending the morning out there gave me a feel for how hard migration must be. Some birds were absolutely exhausted and looked pretty tossed and roughed up. I'm starting to realize what an amazing birding place Utah can be. In one weekend I've seen about 10 new birds without really trying too hard -  just a trips to the mountains and then out to the lake.