Tag Archives: taking a walk

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 →

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Moonstone Beach, a Humboldt County Gem

Posted on April 20, 2014 by joanienaz

Growing up in California, I was always equally drawn to the mountains and the ocean. A trip to the beach from our house in the San Francisco Bay Area had me anxiously peering out the window of our Buick station … Continue reading →

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Turtle Paradise

Posted on April 6, 2014 by joanienaz

The Red-eared Sliders that live in and around the pond where we take our daily walks provide me with an endless supply of entertainment. They were swimming around like crazy today, and are typically seen basking along the edge of … Continue reading →

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Territorial Red-shouldered Hawk

Posted on March 2, 2014 by joanienaz

Earlier this week the sun was out and the birds were going crazy. Among the avian revelers in my yard was a Red-shouldered Hawk, one half of a pair that has been observed by us perched on the wires along … Continue reading →

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A Pond of Turtles

Posted on February 19, 2014 by joanienaz

Monday was Presidents Day, and a lovely day here in the Sierra Nevada foothills of northern California. As we took a stroll around a local pond, we were treated to a view of five turtles, scattered around the periphery and … Continue reading →

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False Spring Has Sprung

Posted on February 5, 2014 by joanienaz

In between the rain that has arrived at last, I have been stalking the songbirds around the cabin this week. The light has been infuriating, but I am stubborn. The monochromatic Oak Titmouse, signature species of the oak woodland where … Continue reading →

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Northern Flicker, Western Version

Posted on January 15, 2014 by joanienaz

The weather has been so mild this week here in Northern California, I’m beginning to get Spring Fever. Although it might just be a virus. I found this draft of a post from last May, and thought I might as well … Continue reading →

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Birdwatching at the Arcata Marsh

Posted on January 8, 2014 by joanienaz

I stretched the limits of my 55-200 lens on this female Northern Harrier, hunting at the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary in Humboldt County, California last month. It was a memorable trip. I was trying to get closer to some … Continue reading →

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The Bufflehead Are Back!

Posted on November 14, 2013 by joanienaz

Yesterday we spotted Bufflehead ducks at a local pond, swimming with the Canada geese. They’re back! We haven’t seen them since late February. So today, I took my camera and here are the results. A  bit fuzzy, but the light was low … Continue reading →

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A Royal Mob

Posted on June 21, 2013 by joanienaz

It only takes two to create a royal mob, at least when the mob consists of a pair of Western Kingbirds. This was the sight I enjoyed while strolling in a local park near our cabin in the Sierra foothills … Continue reading →

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