A Cold Wind
A bitter wind blows snow across the Ward’s traffic circle as the sun sets over the Rapids Queen. Click image to view larger.
Beaver Chew
A beaver chews apart a heavy branch from a hole kept open in the lagoon ice. Click image to view larger.
Find The Eagle
When an eagle lands in a tree next to you, you darn well know it. Here a female bald eagle perches in a tree off of the RCYC. Click image to view larger.
Bald Neighbour
A male bald eagle perches above Kathleen and Ali’s house at the corner of Channel and Third.
Bluebird of Happiness
A bluebird lights up Channel Ave. on a cold January day. Thanks to David for the tip.
Wet Meadow Eclipse
The moon approaches totality over the wet meadow during the full lunar eclipse of January 2019. The -35°C wind chill was an added bonus.
Last Bollard
Derrick barge T.H.C. 50 has completed her work removing the crumbling portion of the eastern gap. This panorama was shot on her last night moored just off of the cove. Click image to view larger.
Bittern Surprise
A very rare surprise: a migrating American bittern attempts to hide in plain sight by standing tall and straight. It’s a very effective camouflage when they’re amongst the reeds, here not so much. This is only the second bittern that I’ve ever seen on the Island.