Red-tailed Hawk
Out driving yesterday, I came across a Red-tailed hawk flying by the railroad tracks. When he landed, he was very patience and let me take his picture up close and personal.
Trumpeter Swans
Another quick trip over to Vadnais. There have been 6 Trumpeter Swans (adults and juveniles) feeding along the access road this week. The mallards hang around then as they stir up stuff to eat.
White balance set to Sunny
This was a great day for photographing birds. Other than a pretty severe windchill, the sun was bright and the birds were out. I saw 24 species which for a cold November day is great. Even got to see a couple of Bald eagles, but no photos. Image Gallery...
Ring-necked Duck
Tina and I finally went birding today, in spite of the cold north wind. We read a report of a Long-tailed Duck on Lake Vadnais, but were unable to find this rare bird. We were however treated to numerous Common Goldeneyes, Hooded Mergansers, Mallards, several...
Lance Armstrong in the Wind Tunnel
CyclingNews.com is displaying some video shot of Lance Armstrong training in a wind tunnel. Lance also discusses his upcoming return to racing in 2009. If you enjoy cycling and have any interest in Lance, you may enjoy these 2 videos. Postings are at...
Color variants
Friday, we experienced our first snowflakes of the season and the feeders were quite busy, with many of the birds trying to ‘bulk up’ for the cold. One of the finches got our attention as his colors didn’t seem to match what they should. Both the House Finch and...
Looking for work…
If you are looking for help with any still photography or video shoots, I have a solution for you!!! Our youngest son Jeff and his new wife Christy are moving here to St. Paul next month. Jeff recently graduated from Full Sail University. (Jeff was 2nd in his class.)...
Winter arrives
Winter arrived this morning with a light dusting of snow… nothing like the 40+ inches that fell yesterday in South Dakota. The feeders are busy as all of the backyard birds prepare for the colder weather. Along with all of the usual suspects, a Fox Sparrow stopped...
Deer at the Feeders
I am very fortunate in that I get to work out of a home office. The birds and occasional wild turkey or raccoon provide an endless array of distractions to keep me from getting bored with my web design and management business. This morning, I had a new visitor at...
First Great Horned Owls
Today was quite special… woke up ready to vote but had to walk the dog first. As we entered Crepeau Park, the local crows were yelling at or about someone, so Biggs and I naturally had to have a look. We were greeted by not one but two Great Horned Owls. Neighbors...