The Maumee watershed is my home country! I was born in the Great Black Swamp, though today it looks like tidy cornfields. I love your warbler photos! Did not learn to bird until much later in life. And birding didn’t become a thing in that area until even later. So now all the exciting bird reports from Lake Erie fill me with joy. I’m so glad so many people these days are devoted to birds and wetlands and helping all of them thrive.
How wonderful, Priscilla! It truly is a magical place. I can imagine how fun it must be to watch as it grows into this amazing birding destination! Ppl from all over the world were there last week. And birders are such kind, curious ppl. We had so many lovely interactions with folks. We went for the warblers but left with so much more.
"Sometimes, it’s a blurry image, but the bird is holding a bit of insect in its mouth, or grasping materials for nest-building. These little details tug at my heartstrings and I cannot let the image go."
I'm so glad I'm not the only one who is like this!
Dear Laura, your love for birds is contagious and captivating. I think of you often when I hear new birdsong and put my Merlin app to good use. Thanks for nudging me to pay more attention to what's going on above my head.
The birds are so compelling on their own, but I'm so glad to help nudge attention their way! Twas Mary Oliver who said "Attention is the beginning of devotion," and I find myself ever more devoted to our little feathered friends every day. Grateful for your indulgence, Linda :).
I highly recommend! I believe I heard there were over thirty species of warblers sighted while we were there. And the water birds were amazing too, tho I’m not very good at identifying them. Put it on your list, Caleb! You won’t regret it.
The Maumee watershed is my home country! I was born in the Great Black Swamp, though today it looks like tidy cornfields. I love your warbler photos! Did not learn to bird until much later in life. And birding didn’t become a thing in that area until even later. So now all the exciting bird reports from Lake Erie fill me with joy. I’m so glad so many people these days are devoted to birds and wetlands and helping all of them thrive.
How wonderful, Priscilla! It truly is a magical place. I can imagine how fun it must be to watch as it grows into this amazing birding destination! Ppl from all over the world were there last week. And birders are such kind, curious ppl. We had so many lovely interactions with folks. We went for the warblers but left with so much more.
So lovely! Your love for birds is contagious!!
Thank you, friend! I’m still unpacking it all. It was an amazing time.
Sounds lovely. I can't wait for more of the story.
Thank you, Joyce. It’s good to know ppl are not tired of my bird obsession ☺️. Stay tuned!
"Sometimes, it’s a blurry image, but the bird is holding a bit of insect in its mouth, or grasping materials for nest-building. These little details tug at my heartstrings and I cannot let the image go."
I'm so glad I'm not the only one who is like this!
Me too! It’s good to know I’m in the best company ❤️💚
Dear Laura, your love for birds is contagious and captivating. I think of you often when I hear new birdsong and put my Merlin app to good use. Thanks for nudging me to pay more attention to what's going on above my head.
The birds are so compelling on their own, but I'm so glad to help nudge attention their way! Twas Mary Oliver who said "Attention is the beginning of devotion," and I find myself ever more devoted to our little feathered friends every day. Grateful for your indulgence, Linda :).
Great post! Sounds like you had a great time at the event! I love birds, so this event sounds epic. Happy birding!
I highly recommend! I believe I heard there were over thirty species of warblers sighted while we were there. And the water birds were amazing too, tho I’m not very good at identifying them. Put it on your list, Caleb! You won’t regret it.