Before the cold hits

Today's walk will most likely be the last one over at Harrison Bay if the forecast for high winds and cold  temperatures materializes.  Due to other commitments we were later than normal when we got over there and much to our surprise, and probably vindictive of the change in the weather, we were the only people there.

not a really notable day although seeing this Northern Harrier down in the field with a kill was interesting.  Couldn't make out just what it was eating.

Further along...

there were a number of Steller's Jay....for such a big, bold bird they do tend to be difficult to get a photo of, so nice when they decide to pose.

also saw some Eurasian Collared Dove...

Yesterday, we had walked the other way, and again, eagles were the story of the day, 

in fact we figured on something like a 130 along the route, many lining the far shore, but also many in trees alongside the dike.

the pair were working on their nest - 

and then there was this one.....