Hey Garry,
Its good to hear that clear skies exist somewhere.
Here, just N of Brisbane its been cloudy and for the past 2 weeks rain.
I set my Schmit-Cass to view birds during the day. A Lorikeet tree hollow about 1100 yds away. (I'd promised the visiting Grandson). (Rainbow Lorikeet)
Even the 'Lorries' were not to be seen.
He was fascinated at how well the nest site could be seen though.
Here's hoping for clear skies soon.
Cheers Marty