Northern Shoveler with a Red-eared Slider at Sweetwater, Tucson |
The Hepatic Tanager at Kubo Lodge in Madera Canyon with the gang |
At Catalina State Park from left to right....Kathie, Donna, Dawn and me |
We had a great time birding, sharing in delicious meals and learning about/from each other. The weekend happened so quickly. And I wish we had more time to hang out! But the birds guide us yonder!
Hooded Merganser at Dos Lagos Park in Glendale, AZ |
On the tram in Sabino Canyon with my bud Kathie |
Sharing Pisco Sours(from Peru and Chile) and wine with the gang. From left to right, me, Jeff, Kathie, Dawn, Cynthia, Donna, Roger, and Linda(she made the most delicious Piscos! Gracias!) |
Le Conte's Thrasher at the Thrasher Spot near Buckeye, AZ |
The rare Eurasian Wigeon at Dos Lagos Park in Glendale |
Canadian Geese |
A feral colony of Nanday Parakeets that were rather tricky to find. A good ear is needed here. |
Sagebrush Sparrow at the Thrasher Spot near Buckeye |
A Sora out in the open!!! |
Dark-eyed Junco |
Hairy Woodpecker on Mt. Lemmon in the village of Summerhaven |
Or find comfort in a cemetery searching for what would be a lifer for many of the gang. I watched them become excited and take long lingering looks at the flycatcher as he danced in circles catching bugs around his perch.
Greater Pewee at Evergreen Cemetery in Tucson, AZ |
Cackling Goose at Dos Lagos Park, Glendale, AZ |
No....wait.....this is what it's all about!!!! The landscapes!!!!
I stand corrected....it's really about the people....and birds....and landscapes....and adventures! And there are more adventures in store.....stay tuned:)
Amazing people, amazing birds.....and so much fun! |
I asked that same question in my 20s and got the same answer but am not a believer either. Well, I do believe in nature and people who like the same. Feels good to find your nitch.
ReplyDeleteIt's great to meet and associate with people who have the same passions and help each other. You showed today interesting birds. I like these with a curved beak. I recently did a walk picture of the bird's beak. Yours.
ReplyDeleteI much enjoyed your post, Chris! Many incredible species you have featured here! Looks like all the best parts of birding have come together for you:)
ReplyDeleteChris, what a great post.. It seems we have much in common.. like the birds and more. Loved the photos! Happy birding and have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteLove your blog post, Chris. Love you. xoxox
ReplyDeleteIt's always special to meet with people who have the same interests. It makes for very lively conversation. I just love the first shot with the duck and the turtle.
ReplyDeleteThe photo of you all around the sign is the best. Happy faces!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Chris Great to hear your story and certainly being in this community of bloggers will bring you like minded friends. I love the first shots best but a wonderful series of bird shots throughout the post.
ReplyDeleteThe best thing about birding is the birds! No, it's the birders! No, it's the fun! Oh wait, it's all of those. :-)
ReplyDeleteA great post Chris! I enjoyed the narrative and the photos are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteIt really is a wonderful world we have to wander in, and share, especially with other birders, and those who really share an interest - enjoy your wandering, and sharing, Chris!
ReplyDeleteA beautifully written post Chris with some wonderful images :) And yes your exploits etc would make a great book :)
ReplyDeleteMore pure and beautiful poetry from you, Chris, in words and images.
ReplyDeleteI hope that you finish the book whilst I'm still around!