Jordan Dam, Haw River: RESCUE! Edde Burgess was waiting to photograph some bald eagles this morning when he realized that a great blue heron, across the Haw River, was tangled and caught in fishing line. Edde hiked all the way around the riprap to get to the heron. He managed to get the heron up on the bank and wrapped into his quilted jacket. While dodging the heron’s dangerous beak, Edde got the fishing line off of the bird’s leg. He quickly checked for any obvious injuries and finding none he gave the heron its’ freedom. Thank you Edde for giving the heron another chance at life. How I wish fishermen would always take their broken line and trash with them because not all birds have a friend like Edde show up at the right time. You can see Edde’s photography at https://www.facebook.com/EddeBurgessPhotography/ or @eddesbigyear

Jordan Lake Dam, Haw River: Autumn brings memories of faded photographs, corn popping in metal cage held above fireplace crackling logs, Grannie’s hand-knitted afghan across child’s shoulders leaning against parent’s knees. Drift back to an autumn of contentment tonight and fall gently asleep. Peace and Grace, Doc Ellen

Jordan Lake Dam, Haw River, October 24, 2020. A brilliant sunrise with a pair of bald eagles chasing each other above the far meadow and through the light. Whew! Take care. Be safe. Stay well!

Jordan Lake Dam, Haw River, Thursday, October 22, 2020. Well, this morning things were pretty calm with birds chirping here and there… And then, the bald eagles decided to chatter. When I turned to look that direction, I actually caught one of the bald eagles flying out of the tree where there were still two perched. The little iPhone did it’s best to catch that activity that far away. Enjoy the eagle chatter! Take care, be safe.

Jordan Lake Dam, Haw River, Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Lake level is at 216.50 feet. In this morning’s natural minute I don’t know what we had more of: fog or noisy river or great blue herons! Take care be safe.