Author Archives: Richard
Hey, Stop Harassing That Eagle!
It was a chilly morning with a stiff wind. Penny and I were headed down the closed-off road to the Wrightsville Reservoir rec area to check for waterfowl and get some exercise. Lugging my scope over my shoulder and binoculars … Continue reading
What’s not to love about Winter Wrens?
We have had a pair of Winter Wrens in our woods all the Fall and while they don’t sing the way they do in the spring, they chip away at the dog and me on nearly every walk. I know … Continue reading
Some birds of Merrimac, MA
There are some farm fields not far from Jennifer’s house which have nice tree and brush lines and are a favorite place to bird while allowing the dog to roam to her heart’s content. We spent an hour there the … Continue reading
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Birding and Birthdays – Day 2
We started Monday in Massachusetts by wishing grandson Mac a happy 13th birthday as he got ready for school. He was off to class and I was off to bird. Penny and I travelled over to one of my favorite … Continue reading
Posted in Jennifer's, MA Birding, Salisbury State Park
Tagged Salisbury Beach State Reservation
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Birding and Birthdays — Day 1
We loaded up the truck Saturday afternoon and headed to MA (sans Airstream since it was a quick trip) to celebrate two important birthdays: daughter Jen’s 50th and grandson Mac’s 13th. The dog and I grabbed some good walks and … Continue reading
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Natural surprises while birding
Three doe, which I see most outings in our woods, eased off into the brush this afternoon, as the dog and I began another birding trip around our loop. They flicked their tails a bit but we passed them quickly … Continue reading
Posted in Local Birding, nature, Vizsla, Wildlife Watching
Tagged deer, River otters, wildlife
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California, here we come
Our son Robb and his family recently moved to Del Mar, California. While it is still a long ways from Texas, I have been hoping that we could bird in Arizona this year so .. Why not? So yesterday, I … Continue reading
Posted in CA camping, Southwest trip, Tow vehicle, Trip Planning
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Hermit Thrush – Vermont State Bird
One of the wonderful harbingers of spring is the fluid call of the Hermit Thrush. Always starting on a different key, the song is unmistakeable and just a delight. But this time of year, while the birds are still around, … Continue reading
Posted in Backyard birds, State bird, Vermont Birding
Tagged Hermit Thrush
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New Tow Vehicle – Boy, that was quick!
The 2007 Ford truck that we bought used in 2009 has been one of the best vehicles I’ve ever owned. We have hauled the Airstream to Texas with it three times and it has handled our tough Vermont driveway and … Continue reading
Group Birding Etiquette
Are you ready to head into the field and see dozens of birds? Knowledge and enthusiasm shouldn’t get in the way of basic birding etiquette. Tread lightly in the field and be respectful. Be prompt so the group can head … Continue reading
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