Beavers

Posted on March 31, 2017 by admin

Doing my part to upset the beavers. There was a great deal of tail-slapping going on, so I took the hint and went on my way. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Cloudy, cold, and cathartic

Posted on November 6, 2013 by admin

I spent several hours at the Wakarusa Wetlands this morning. It was cloudy and cold, so I pretty much had it to myself. I stayed on the south side, as far away as I could from any impending construction. Many species of sparrows have arrived and seeing huge flocks of goldfinches and Eastern bluebirds was magical. While these cold, windy fall days are a favorite, they are not the best for taking pictures. I was able to get a few sparrow shots and a charming beaver who I only saw because I heard his chewing. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Wetlands Solidarity March

Posted on April 14, 2013 by admin

There will be a wetlands solidarity march on the University of Kansas campus Monday, April 14 at 11:15 AM. For more info, visit the Facebook page and wetlands history.

Stop this.

Save this.

There must be something really good down there

Posted on March 30, 2012 by admin

I had a great walk in the Wakarusa Wetlands this morning. Not a whole lot of new arrivals, but we are still very early in the migration time. Click on pictures to enlarge.

A foggy morning

Posted on March 23, 2012 by admin

After all this rain of late, the Wakarusa Wetlands are indeed wet, and muddy. Some of my favorite walks have been on these chilly spring mornings. Yesterday, it was so foggy when I got there I could not see very far in front of me, so I moved a bit more slowly to make sure I did not surprise any deer or coyotes. Really, I am sure they know I am coming long before I see them, so it is me that gets the surprise. The fog is mysterious, a little scary, and beautiful. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Once the fog cleared, the sun provided some amazing light. A mink came swimming by and a harrier swooped along the top of the tall grass.

I could not resist stopping by for a few minutes again this morning. Coots were exploring, the Eastern phoebe was guarding the gate, and the turtles were sunning.

Hot times at the Wakarusa Wetlands

Posted on August 10, 2010 by admin

If you visit the wetlands during this heat wave, remember, the trick is to get there as early as possible. Bring water and keep hydrated. There is a lot of activity in the early morning and if you are a photographer, you know you can’t beat that morning light. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Wakarusa Wetlands river otters or beavers?

Posted on April 18, 2010 by admin

I saw these two playing in the water near the pergola this morning. The photos are terrible as it was early and very foggy. What seemed different was how they seemed to be playing like otters play and how they kept rising up out of the water to look at me. I tried to get pictures of that, but they were just too fast. Perhaps it is just wishful thinking on my part, but it sure would be neat if we had a couple of river otters back there (and maybe even these two making more). 🙂 If anyone can id them with these poor photos, that would be wonderful. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Finally, some sun

Posted on March 18, 2010 by admin

I spend a few hours at the Wakarusa wetlands this morning. It started out pretty foggy, but once the sun came out, it was a very nice morning. Click on pictures to enlarge.

More from the Wakarusa wetlands

Posted on February 18, 2010 by admin

I’m finally getting around to catching up the blog. These are from my walk last Thursday. It was a bit chilly, but a wonderful day to be out. The wind felt good and the sun coming in and out of the clouds made for some very nice light. Click on pictures to enlarge.

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