When I stepped out this morning, the weatherman had gotten it right again. There was a strong West wind with temps in the 40s,and I realized Thomas Point would be in the lee, so I went there after checking out a spot along Thomas Point Road where some Canvasbacks were resting. I managed a few good shots at the point, then headed to the grocery store for all the stuff I forgot yesterday. Afterward, I made a stop at Quiet Waters, where the West wind was working against me.

These Canvasbacks flew overhead near Thomas Point.

I’ve often overlooked the Bufflehead hen, who’s not as striking as her mate.

This Common Goldeneye stayed unusually close to shore.

There always seems to be a few Lesser Scaup around.

Here’s a good luck at a Long Tailed Duck.

This Common Goldeneye is a hen, and I haven’t seen many.