Look at those holes the pileated woodpecker has dug in the tree. I have been tracking this big bird for weeks, actually for the entire winter, ever since I realized that there was one living in our neighborhood park. Now I know that there isn't just one, but a pair, a male and a female. …
A photo portfolio
There is a pileated woodpecker nesting somewhere in our park, and I have been searching for him for weeks. Occasional sightings have not rewarded me with a good picture to post, so I will just have to keep trying. It is a very elusive quarry and perhaps, just perhaps, there is a pair. One day …
Chagrin River Park
This bold nuthatch was determined to get more than his share of the sunflower seeds.
Nature walk
I took a little nature walk with my friend Marti after supper. and our timing was great for getting some good light and several critters in North Chagrin Reservation. Walking across the boardwalk through the marsh, we stopped when someone said, "Did you see that frog?" And there it was, sitting on a lily pad. …
“Bird lady”…
That's what two walkers said when they saw a downy woodpecker take a peanut from my hand..."You must be the bird lady! How do you do that?" the man asked. All I could reply was, "They like peanut chips!" I don't make a habit of feeding the critters in the park. After all, they are wild …
Quick post today
That's it for today. I hope you like them. I would write more, but I have to get to a meeting and supper comes first. Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate your visits and comments are always welcome too. Carolyn aka Skip
Quick post today
That's it for today. I hope you like them. I would write more, but I have to get to a meeting and supper comes first. Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate your visits and comments are always welcome too.Carolyn aka Skip
First heron of the season
I headed out to North Chagrin Reservation in search of some swallows, but found herons instead. There was nary a swallow in sight. That I don't understand because they are usually flying over the marsh and resting on the railings of the boardwalk. Instead, the herons were flying over the marsh and wading in it …
Easter Monday morning
The day dawned with sunshine and cool temperatures. I dutifully did some post-family-gathering chores around the house, then headed for the park for a photo walk. The birds were chirping, trilling, and serenading the arrival of spring, and they were more than willing to post for a photo opp. I experimented with some changes to …
Just want to say…
Happy Easter! Blessings!Carolyn aka Skip
SEEN ALONG THE TRAIL 