Crystal Springs Rhododendron Gardens
Wood Ducks! Wood Ducks! Wood Ducks! Okay, that’s not exactly how the day started yesterday morning…it sounded more akin to me whining about birding in the rain. I signed up for one of Audubon’s free birding outings, a chance to learn more about local wintering waterfowl at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Gardens. I thought surely they…
Smith and Bybee Wetlands
This past Saturday I visited Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area “the largest protected wetland within an American city.” It is a great spot for biking (40-mile loop!) or paddling a kayak or canoe when water levels are agreeable. This day I traveled by foot along the Interlakes Trail. I took the chance of birding despite…