I had a hard time figuring out what this bird is but, after consulting with a friend, it is determined to be a Common Yellowthroat. Despite its name it is not very commonly seen. According to The Sibley Guide to Birds it is a “ubiquitous, rather secretive denizon of marshy or brushy vegetation near water”. It is related “to warblers but is smaller and stockier and usually lacks yellow on its belly.” Now we know.
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Good find, nice pic!
I know exactly how this Yellowthroat feels when I put on my winter parka, and try to maneouver in the snow!