Stopped Cold (+0 Miles) October 11, 2006: Migration Day 7 Photo: Marie Brady, Operation Migration Bad News Weather After yesterday's flight, the team was dismayed to awaken to 46°F, winds blowing 10 to 15 mph out of the west, and rain. No flying today! Worse news: The rain may turn into snow showers by afternoon. Do you think they're doomed to another string of delays? So far, what distance has the migration come? It's a no-fly day for the ultralight planes, but the birds are built to cope. Sometimes the team lets the birds out of their travel pen for some exercise, as in today's photo from Marie. Map Daily News The Chicks The Team In the Classroom Today's Journal Question: Rain, temperature, or winds: which is likely the biggest factor in today's no-fly decision? See Pilot's Checklist: Weather or Not?) What things do you do that are affected by the day's weather? When have you been disappointed to change plans due to the weather? Record Keeping: Make another hatch mark in the "no-fly" space on your migration comparison chart. Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure presented in cooperation with the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP). Copyright 2006 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Please send all questions, comments, and suggestions to our feedback form.