this was the scene over at the log bay this morning...
and after lunch....
over at Harrison bay....and look how low that water is. People who have lived in the area all their lives are saying they have never seen it this low....actually, that is probably a good thing though because the snow pack in the interior is being likened to 1997 which was a flood year - with the water levels this low, it means there will more capacity for spring snow melt before it reaches any 'flood' stage. Of course, as always, it depends on how quickly it melts and what other weather factors happen. Only time will tell.
the Mountain Bluebirds were still there.....3 males and a female in this photo....there were also robins pretty much everywhere you looked....
but as we look forward to seeing these migrants and look forward to other species returning....we have to say good bye to.....
our winter residents....the Trumpeter Swans. The last few mornings flocks have been heard heading north - they always sound so excited and happy as they leave. By the end of the month, they should pretty much all be gone - until next November.
Numbers of Canada Geese are thinning out too. Some, of course will stay here and nest....this one is checking out the pilings already as this is a favorite nesting spot.
saw this male Downy Woodpecker today too....
and finally we can start watching for the native plants....
the Indian plum are coming into flower. This is always the very first of the native shrubs to flower and this bush was absolutely buzzing with honey bees!
One more note.....the male Red-wing Blackbirds have been around all winter....now...
the females are joining them.
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