The weather didn’t look at promising this morning, but I’ve been looking forward to a Jug Bay trip for some time, and it’s only open on Wednesdays. I set out around 8:30, with some trepidation, and the skies looked much better by the time I finished the 40 minute drive.
I met the receptionist and signed up for a year’s membership, then began exploring.
The lack of ducks was almost shocking, and I looked far and wide. There were a few distant ring necks, and plenty of gulls and geese, but none of the expected varieties. Perhaps the high tide was a factor.
In any case, I had to settle for a few hawks who circled the Railroad Bed Trail.
This Red Shouldered Hawk was flying low and slow, perhaps looking for a meal.
This Cooper’s Hawk also appeared to be hunting.
Distant hawks can be difficult to identify, but the Red Tailed Hawk can be easy.
A Dark Eyed Junco for my sister.
A pair of Beaver were very busy around their lodge.
This is the Beaver’s lodge.
What? No Red Headed Woodpecker? Did you go on the green trail?
Great photos Hugh. I just made the plunge and bought a Nikon D5200. Will not invest in the big expensive 500mm until I can assure myself I use it enough and the end product is even worth looking at.
When I went to your gallerie McAfee red flagged it as infected with malware or viruses:fyi.Dana