January 6th
Winter Robins
January 6, 2006
It was getting close to dark on this heavy overcast day and the bird seen here was staying near the tops of the trees. The poor light made it difficult for me to identify this bird at first. This difficulty was compounded by the fact that I was not really expecting to see a robin.
Eagles and Murres
January 6, 2012
This week we got to witness some excitement in the park involving Bald Eagles and Common Murres. Monday I was out on the tideflats looking for a Rock Sandpiper (which I didn’t find) when many of the birds between me and the water flushed away from the water. I looked up and saw an eagle
Appreciating the sound of the rain on the roof whi…
January 6, 2014
Appreciating the sound of the rain on the roof while settling in for sleep – also grateful for a warm and dry bed. #PayAttention #Gratitude
Sunset View of Mt. Edgecumbe
January 6, 2016
Thinking there might be another colorful sunset and deciding I had recovered enough from recent illness to try and work on conditioning, I was motivated to get up to the first viewpoint along Verstovia trail. As it turned out, after getting started a little later than I intended, I found I was not quite as
Blustery and Brisk
January 6, 2017
The outflow event began today, with blustery winds and chilly temperatures. Fortunately the brunt of the wind does not hit my house, but I did notice there were some strong gusts occasionally. I am not sure what the reason for this is, but I suspect that this location is mostly in a wind shadow from
Sitka Nature Show #175 – Nicole Koeltzow
January 6, 2019
Download Radio Show The January 6th show featured a conversation with Nicole Koeltzow, who was in town to see the Rustic Bunting as part of her 2018 ABA big year. Nicole’s Facebook page for her big year. If you have questions or observations you want to share, please feel free to leave a comment here
Airport Snow
January 6, 2020
More snow fell overnight, totaling three inches or so. There were occasional (mostly light) snow showers during the day, but some extensive stretches of sunshine, as well. Winds were mercifully calm during my time outside this afternoon, and the low angle sun felt nicely warm when I was facing it. I had a call that
Quest for a White Song Bird
January 6, 2023
Overcast with rain. Temperatures around 40. Light winds. Calls this morning meant I didn’t get out until later. After checking many of the usual places closer to town, I went out to the industrial park. I had recently posted on Facebook about some of the unusual birds that have been around so far this year.
Wind and Rain
January 6, 2025
Overcast, warm and windy, with rain developing this afternoon. Today was another short day for outside time. I didn’t notice the wind much this morning when I was inside. It may have been blowing, but either way, it had certainly picked up by early this afternoon. I noticed sculpted looking asperitas clouds, though they had