US-2 turned out to be a four-lane divided highway most of the way rather than the quiet two-lane road that I had expected. However, this gave it one big advantage – rest areas. A little while after leaving Grand Rapids, I saw the first rest area and stopped. I planned to use the restroom and just take a quick look around. But as soon as I opened my car door, I heard birdsong fill the air. Neotropical migrants, mostly warblers, were everywhere. This was a beautiful spot on the edge of a lake, more like a wonderful park than a typical rest area. I spent an hour there and saw nine species of warblers. It was almost overwhelming, like Magee Marsh without the boardwalk and throngs of birders. My bird list here included American Redstart and Yellow and Blackpoll Warblers.
Yellow Warbler
Blackpoll Warbler
I stopped again at the next rest area, telling myself that one should never pass up a restroom when traveling. But, birds were there, too. Part of me thought that I should move on west rather than ogle these birds that were the same species that I have at home. But then I realized that this was a gift. Magic! And I decided to lean in and embrace the miracle of migration on this beautiful Minnesota morning. I added Blackburnian, Bay-breasted, and Chestnut-sided Warblers to the morning’s list. The warblers, being warblers, moved quickly and the light was not always favorable for photographs, but my looks were outstanding. I wondered if I could come to Minnesota every year for migration.
Blackburnian Warbler
Bay-breasted Warbler
After the second Minnesota rest stop, it started raining, and then it became cold and windy when I reached North Dakota. I was happy with my decision to enjoy the birds early in the day as I did not see much to stop for in the afternoon. I did find my first western species after crossing the ND state line – a few Lark Sparrows at another rest area. Later, I did a u-turn when I spotted a flock of at least 250 Snow Geese near the road in a field.
Tonight I am in Minot, ND. Tomorrow I plan to tour Lostwood NWR and then drive to Montana.
Birding for Life 
The photos of your warblers are good! You did see some awesome birds! Have a good day!