My family and I headed to Chincoteague on Friday afternoon to spend the
weekend on the eastern shore. Despite some really yucky weather, we had
a good time and saw some great sites. The 14th Annual International
Migratory Bird Celebration was held on Saturday and drew a large crowd
of birders to the island. I don't think I have ever seen so many people
walking and driving the wildlife loop.
The highlight of the trip was my encounter with a BLACK CROWNED NIGHT
HERON on the beach road. He posed so nicely and the sun even came out
for the pic:
http://public.fotki.com/bhouston/miscellaneous/nature_pics/20080511-chincoteague/img9456.html
The bald eagle nest was busy and they have one young now in the nest
after three had hatched. You can barely make out the nest in the tress
and one of the adults came out for a bit on Saturday night.
During our walks and bike rides, we met many birders and photogrpahers
and had a great trip despite the rain. We are looking forward to
returning soon when the sun is out.
Barbara
