Monthly Archives: March 2019

They’re Back

Posted on March 31, 2019 by Richard

In spite of several feet of snow on the ground and chilly temperatures, we have had a lot of new avian arrivals in the last few days. The ice in the North Branch of the Winooski out back just is … Continue reading →

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Patagonia Area

Posted on March 24, 2019 by Richard

Patagonia is an interesting mix of small town, art, history, birding, and funkiness. Perhaps the municipal restrooms as you enter town set the tone. Walking the streets offers some unusual backyards. Back here in Vermont, as we wait impatiently for … Continue reading →

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Yellow-Eyed Junco

Posted on March 23, 2019 by Richard

I spent quite some time, on several days, sorting out Juncos at the Santa Rita Lodge feeders. Most of the birds were the Grey-headed version of the Dark-eyed Junco — like this guy. I was looking for one of the … Continue reading →

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Birds of Madera Canyon 2

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Richard

Life Birds This Trip

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Birds of Madera Canyon 1

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Richard

We have had a few magical days of nice weather and wonderful hiking and birding and in a surprise, I’ve added 8 new birds to my life list. Last night I saw two Elf Owls, who have just shown up, … Continue reading →

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Elegant Trogon

Posted on March 18, 2019 by Richard

As we headed out for a morning hike, a birder shouted, “Have you seen the Trogon yet?” Just down the road, a gaggle of people with cameras and binoculars marked where the bird had been seen but it was gone. … Continue reading →

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Not so wild Wild Turkeys

Posted on March 17, 2019 by Richard

We are staying at a lodge in Madera Canyon, a wonderful birding site known all over the world. There is a bird feeding station that attracts thousands of people, hundreds of birds, and a flock of Wild Turkeys who act … Continue reading →

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Patagonia Lake State Park

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Richard

With brisk weather but bright skies, we spent a morning enjoying a lot of birds at the State Park. It was nice to get back to Patagonia Lake State Park, a true birding hotspot. I even saw the relatively rare … Continue reading →

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Post-frontal Passage Birding

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Richard

Tuesday turned out as forecast – cold, misty, and windy but we’d brought our cold weather gear and layered up to give it a try. We headed south toward the border and stopped to check out the local airport for … Continue reading →

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A Damp Morning Walk

Posted on March 12, 2019 by Richard

After a cold front and lots of rain, it’s a little soggy in Southern Arizona. ?This morning, I bundled up and took a walk around the neighborhood and found all sorts of bird activity. The last bird of the morning, … Continue reading →

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