Sauvie Island Summer
I met the coolest bird on this trip. I arose early. Before sunrise, I went to Oak Road on Sauvie Island in the hopes of finding summer birds. I also wanted to take advantage of “the golden hour.” It was more like “the golden hour of the cow.” Savannah Sparrows showed me their good sides. And I…
Ridgefield NWR
Here are some highlights from a recent summer trip I took to Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. I saw two new species! One, a Blue-winged Teal. If I’d realized at the time, I would have attempted better pictures. And Two. This barely recognizable silhouette that looks more like a deflated balloon torpedoing away, is none other than a Wilson’s Snipe.…
Steigerwald
I took a trip to Steigerwald Lake NWR to see what the Purple Martins were up to. They were busy being birds. I love listening to them chatter. Wonder what they’re saying?… I was a bit confused by their plumage. In fact, while taking these photos, another birder on the path asked me what kind of…