Ah, a beautiful day today -- one that had me up and out early for a Saturday. Met with a group of friends and their kids from home church and went birding up at Highbanks Metropark. We had the great good fortune to have as our leaders John and Martha McCormac and their son Mike -- all three are avid birders and wonderfully patient with a pack of noisy big and little people.
We saw many of Ohio's most common songbirds, some of which are my most favorite such as northern cardinal, white-breasted nuthatch, gold finch, downy woodpecker, blue jay, chickadee, etc. Here are a few more really cool ones:
- rufous-sided towhee
- yellow-rumped warbler
- red-headed woodpecker
- brown thrasher
One of the most animated moments of the field trip came when the kids discovered a pair of water snakes hanging out near a rock just below the surface of a small pond. Even more excitement arose was when they discovered one of the snakes had slithered up on a log to sun itself!
It was good being out on the trail, which gave me a chance not only to exercise my legs, but exercise my limited knowledge of flora and fauna. Made me nostalgic for my former employment. :) Also reminded me that I lost a couple of seasons last year and I have lots of making up to do in 2013.
Pics o' the Trip
2 comments:
What a great day for birding!
I worked in the yard; it felt great to be outside again.
I've been waiting for this weather all winter.
Love you!
I'm so glad you were there! Yes, you'll be definitely making up for the misses. I believe God has many blessings stored up for you, Laura.
I also love multi-generational groups! Children add so much (and I hope us oldies do, also--of course, I'm talking about me, not you!)
Hugs, love and prayers for you, Laura.
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