Jordan Lake. They did say that there is an extreme heat warning for today. Even at sunrise this morning it is very very warm, no correct that, it is hot and humid! Take care. Do stay cool. Drink lots and lots and lots of water!
Haw River
TagBald Eagles Everywhere!
Jordan Lake. Bald eagles everywhere! First cruise with Captain Doug and my new camera equipment. 1) bald eagle fledgling 2) Captain’s Nest fledgling 3) immature bald eagle 4) 4 yo bald eagle
Osprey Shake
Jordan Lake. When an osprey goes totally underwater to catch a fish, they also pick up a load of water. In order to quickly lose the weight of the water they do a dog shake. They start the shake at their beak and it twists all the way through their body and flips out at the end of the tail. The osprey is pretty much upside down twisted all the way around in the second photo! Always fun to see.
Red-Headed Woodpecker Catches His Meal
Jordan Lake. The red-headed woodpecker is excellent at catching flying insects on the wing. It is a mite bulkier than most of our flycatchers. As you can see here these woodpeckers certainly accomplish the task with relish! Also it just so happened that this morning at the lake I didn’t see a single bald eagle of any age – yep, no bald eagles for my new camera to track.
Doc Ellen’s First Day with the New Camera
Jordan Lake. My very first day with my brand-new camera and lens that all of you helped me, in so many ways, to purchase.
I have a lot of learning in front of me! Using this camera is like learning to fly the space shuttle so hang in there with me. I will keep practicing and trying all the ways this camera can be used. Thank you all again for all of your support in oh so many ways.
her two fledglings in the nest on each side of main trunk
H&G nest Fledgling
Jordan Lake. H&G nest. One of the two fledglings was trying hard to look fierce and attempt to fish. She was way out toward mid lake and I kept hoping she would come in towards shore so I could get a better shot … maybe tomorrow …
doc ellen's journey 