by simpleDesigns | Jun 16, 2009 | Birding
We have some new visitors this month to the back yard. We’ve heard them for some time, and finally had a pair of Great Crested Flycatchers stop by to check out the resident bird houses. The GCF is usually easier to hear than to see.
by simpleDesigns | Jun 15, 2009 | Cycling
By Cynthia Lou Kristin Armstrong (Cervélo Test Team) may have fiercely defended her yellow jersey at the Stillwater Criterium, leaping off the start line with determination in her eyes, but she left the Nature Valley Grand Prix well decorated and with a teary goodbye...
by simpleDesigns | Jun 14, 2009 | Birding
Saturday, I participated in a bird walk as part of BioBlitz 2009. BioBlitz, aims to increase the public’s awareness of an area’s biological diversity, offer a chance for the public to work with scientists, as well as provide an environmental benchmark for natural...
by simpleDesigns | Jun 12, 2009 | Birding
Spent yesterday morning flying red-tail hawks at the Raptor Center. One of the birds is quite strong, 8 strong flights and is probably ready for release. The 2nd bird flew OK, but seemed to struggle on his legs when walking around…. almost like he had a...
by simpleDesigns | Jun 12, 2009 | Web Fun
The Windows Live team has created a new tool for posting to your blog of choice. Helping the writing process, they’ve included spell check, image editing, previews and integration with other social networks. Writer is available at...