Squirrel Condo Approved

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Mark Zeiger

The squirrels really seem to be enjoying the new condominium I built them in the wood shed. That had not been my intention. I thought I was stowing firewood for the coming winter, but apparently not. All of a sudden they’re taking time off from their nearly incessant cone harvest to explore all the lovely nooks and crannies in the pile. More than likely, they’re stuffing their cones in there. Continue reading →

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Autumn Magic Part 2: Loon Migration

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Mark Zeiger

On the last day of September, Aly called down to me from her bedroom. She had seen something out her window, and wanted to share. “There are 7 loons out in front of the house!” I looked out the window, and say 8 loons. I grabbed a jacket and a pair of binoculars, and went quietly into the dooryard, walking down to the beach to join Michelle who was watching the loons. I realized there were several other loons out there as well. Then Michelle directed my attention to the water north of our Power Point.

A large flock of birds stretched out over the calm surface. Scanning them with the binoculars, I realized that every bird in the flock was a loon.

loons gathering for migration

This isn't the greatest photo, but it shows both Pacific and common loons (Photo: Mark Zeiger).

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