Archive for April, 2009

Red-tailed hawk nest

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009


We spotted this nest a while back. It’s pretty far back from the road and won’t be visible for much longer as the trees become fuller. This morning I was able to get a much better view from a different approach. I should note that I always stay very far back so as not to disturb them. Click on picture to enlarge.

Goldfinch Bonanza

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009


On my walk this morning I spotted many a goldfinch enjoying the lovely, crisp morning. I enjoyed them, too. Click on picture to enlarge.

What to do with a ton of rain

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009


The teals at the wetlands were enjoying the extra water this morning. Click on picture to enlarge.

Swallow Landing

Monday, April 27th, 2009



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Eaglet Check

Monday, April 27th, 2009


After some pretty incredible storms, I was happy to see everyone here OK. Click on picture to enlarge.

And more Earth Day wonders!

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009





A swallow, turkey vultures sunbathing, and warblers. It is a truly magnificent world. Click on pictures to enlarge.

More Earth Day wanderings

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009






Cormorant, heron rookery, northern shoveler, meadowlark, and osprey. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Happy Earth Day from two very cute goslings!

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009




What a wonderful day to be out and get our first look at 2009 goslings! Click on pictures to enlarge.

Nest Building

Sunday, April 19th, 2009




Yes, it’s that time. I observed a robin this evening busy gathering nest materials. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Sunday wetlands walk

Sunday, April 19th, 2009




It was not the best light for pictures today, but a very pleasant walk–including meeting a couple of fun, friendly dogs, a large husky who shook out his wet fur all over the camera and the pit bull who gave me a muddy handshake. Click on pictures to enlarge.