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. After a little looking, we crossed down to the trail and sure enough, Sally spotted the male Elegant Trogon just ahead.

The Lodge owner had told me that this bird has returned for three years and last year, found a mate. What a a delightful start to our walk.