Archive for May 2020
Florida Day Nine: A Sunrise Walk On The Beach In Venice Then Reality Of The Corona Virus In Tampa.
My trip to Florida was coming to an end. It was my last full day in the Sunshine State. I had an early flight out of Tampa the next morning. So I was up early again, wanting to take full advantage of it. After a cup of coffee I left my room at the Inn at…
Read MoreThe Song Birds Are Back At The PPL Wetlands And Two Bald Eaglets Too!
We had heavy winds and rains here in Northeastern Pennsylvania this past week. I was thinking the strong southerly winds that brought the rain may also help the return of the migratory song birds on their long journey to our area. On Thursday there were rose-breasted grosbeaks and cowbirds in my backyard. So, on Saturday…
Read MoreNo Bears In The State Game Lands, But Found Some Other Interesting Critters
So far this Spring I have seen a lot of critters on my hikes here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. But no bears. I usually run into a few bears in the Spring as they awaken from hibernation and begin foraging for food. So on Sunday, I decided to hike in State Game Lands 119 in Dennison…
Read MoreA Lot More (Than Even I Thought) Backyard Visitors.
Because of the corona virus pandemic I have been working at my home a couple of hours each day. This lets me look outside for backyard visitors that may show up for a free meal. And there are a lot more critters showing up throughout the day then I expected. . Usually I only get…
Read MoreRecord Cold Temperatures Didn’t Bother The Birds At The PPL Wetlands And Riverlands.
I awoke to a record breaking 25 degree temperature and an inch of snow in my backyard here in Northeastern Pennsylvania on Saturday morning. Certainly not May weather. But it is Spring, the skies were clear and it was sunny.I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but I decided to drive to The PPL Wetlands…
Read MoreA Lot More Spring-Like At The Walnutport Canal Spur Trail
After my frigid, but enjoyable, hike in the Salem Township on Saturday I decided to head south and hike the Walnutport Canal Spur Trail in Northhampton County. I hoped for warmer temperatures and some more sightings of the birds migrating through our area. Walnutport is located about 42 miles south of my home in Hazle…
Read MoreHiking Close To Home In Hazle Township
Like most communities in Pennsylvania my hometown of Hazle Township is subject to both a stay at home order and a curfew. However there are exemptions. And two of them are outdoor recreation and fishing. Although the facilities at my local Community Park are closed to the public, fishing, pursuant to Fish Commission guidelines, is…
Read MoreFinally, Escape, A Weekend Adventure In Bald Eagle State Park
Here in Pennsylvania we have been living under corona virus restrictions for almost six weeks. Businesses closed and curfews and quarantines were put in effect. Not good for a gypsy and nomad like me. Some of the restrictions were lifted in the counties of Central Pennsylvania this past week. Inns and hotels, with social distancing,…
Read MoreSunrise At The Nature Inn And A Morning Exploring Bald Eagle State Park
I awoke in my room at the Nature Inn in the Bald Creek State Park at 5:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. I usually awake early, before my alarm goes off. On Saturday I was tired from my hikes on Friday afternoon and relied on the alarm to wake me up. And I was glad it…
Read MoreAn Afternoon Hike And A Peaceful Evening At Bald Eagle State Park.
After a hearty breakfast, delivered to my room because of the corona virus restrictions, I edited some photos and spent the rest of the afternoon at Bald Eagle State park exploring the grounds around the Nature Inn. I also relaxed and enjoyed the views of the mountains and lake from my balcony. In my younger…
Read MoreDespite The Clouds A Pleasant And Reflective Walk Along Foster Joseph Sayers Lake.
Although I was tired from my hikes in the Bald Eagle State Park on Saturday , I was up to watch the dawn appear over Foster Joseph Sayers Lake early Sunday morning. Once again the high cirrus clouds were illuminated by the rising sun. Unfortunately the clouds thickened soon after the sun rose and the…
Read MoreMay Sunshine At The PPL Wetlands
I think May sunshine is the best sunshine of the year. I love sunshine throughout the year. But there is something about the angle of the sun here in Northeastern Pennsylvania in May that makes it special. Especially when filtering through a canopy of the newly sprouted green leaves of Spring. I took advantage of…
Read MoreBears And Birds And More Backyard Critters.
As some of you may recall from my previous post, I am fortunate to have many different critters visit my backyard here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. I love to watch the many birds and mammals that visit every Spring, but my favorite are the bears that usually show up for a free meal in my yard. …
Read MoreBears And Birds: A Hike In The State Game Lands In Dennison Township
After the visit from the mother bear and her cubs to my backyard in Hazle Township last week, I decided to try and find some bears in their backyard. And the best place I know for finding them is the State Game lands in Dennison Township. Located about 20 miles from my house I have…
Read MoreAnother Afternoon Hike At The PPL River Lands and Wetlands
We finally had some warm, summer-like weather here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. After spending a few hours at my office in the morning, I decided to head to the PPL River Lands and Wetlands in Salem Township on Tuesday afternoon. Temperatures were in the low 80’s when I arrived and I began my walk under the…
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