NOTES



Opening image

Swamp sparrows are showing up now. If you sit still you'll find them to be fairly tolerant of your presence.
There's a pair along the beach at G35. Also, often seen at G37 Beaver Pond. Interesting reading, here.


Wildlife

The long 'beard' is indicative of a Tom, a mature turkey. Yearling turkeys, Jakes, are identified by their shorter 'beard'.
Did you know some females may also sport a 'beard'? The brown color, short size makes the difference.
More on that, here,and, here,and, here.


Scenic

It's fun, for me, to wander through memories of olden days. Many enthralling gems dwell there.


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