Mosquito Cove Trail and Colorful Sunset

Snowy Sisters at Sunset

Overcast with an extended break in the clouds allowing some sun through this afternoon. I realized it had been quite some time since I last walked Mosquito Cove loop. Last summer or fall they worked to remove some logs that had proved challenging after an extensive blowdown a few years ago. I was curious to … Read more

Seward Avenue Epiphytes

Moss (Orthotrichaceae) with Sporophytes

Overcast with drizzle early in the day. Temperatures in the 40s. While working on my computer, I was surprised to see a vine weevil walking on it. I have no idea where it came from, though presumably it crawled up me to get to the computer. I’ve noticed several in the house over the past … Read more

Afternoon Break at Sealing Cove

Belted Kingfisher

Heavy clouds with occasional showers. A break in the clouds allowed some sun to shine through this afternoon. Temperatures in the 40s. I made it out for a drive this afternoon. My timing was good to catch a brief bit of nice light as the clouds broke enough for the sun to shine through. A … Read more

Starrigavan Forest

Lanky moss (Rhytidiadelphus loreus)

Overcast with periods of rain. Later in the day, showers were heavy with some graupel or hail mixed in at times. Moderate winds with gusts associated with showers later. Temperatures in the 40s. Outside time was limited to a drive out the road, and a short walk in the forest off the Starrigavan Campground. I’ve … Read more