Gull Frolic Chicago 2024

Enjoyed myself at the 2024 Gull Frolic north of Chicago last weekend!!

Was disappointed there were no Great Black Back Gulls present, but highlights included great looks at both thayeri and kumlieni Iceland gulls, adult and immature and several different ages of lesser Black Back. Apparently the “warm” weather means many gulls were out floating on the lake rather than on near-shore ice.

It was also great to meet gull guru Amar Ayash who will be coming out with his 500+ page book on gulls in the fall!!