Monthly Archives: June 2014

Shell Games

Posted on June 30, 2014 by joanienaz

It has been so windy here on the north coast of California for the past two weeks that the last time we tried to walk on the beach we didn’t get far. Yesterday morning the wind died down long enough … Continue reading →

Posted in nature, photography | Tagged bird watching, California, fisherman, gulls, Mad River Beach, North Coast, ocean, sand dunes, shells, wind | 3 Comments

Jack is Back

Posted on June 20, 2014 by joanienaz

There was a family of Black-tailed jackrabbits in the “backyard” of the cabin last year, frequently seen by Sam and myself cruising through the neighborhood. They appeared to have vanished until the past couple of weeks. We thought the coyotes had … Continue reading →

Posted in home, nature, photography | Tagged California, coyotes, gray fox, home, jackrabbit, Lepus californicus, nature, photography, Red-shouldered Hawk | Leave a comment

Above the Marsh, Near the Bay

Posted on June 8, 2014 by joanienaz

Sam and I spent this past Memorial Day weekend in Humboldt County, and while we were there visiting we managed to find time for our customary walk at the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary. We enjoyed perfect late spring weather … Continue reading →