Animals, Birds, & Ducks

Legend of the Loon

“She looked as if she was wearing the night and the stars on her back, the northern lights as a beautiful necklace, and a kindled flame in her eyes.” ~The Legend of the Loon, by Kathy-jo Wargin

Watching the World Go By

Driving from Eagle Harbor to Copper Harbor, Michigan follows the shore of Lake Superior with many roadside parks available. Who knew stopping in unexpected traffic would give an opportunity to catch (through the sunroof!) a photo of this eagle watching the world go by.

Patriot's Child

A few years ago while driving from Eagle Harbor to Copper Harbor, I caught a glimpse and photo opportunity of Patriot. This year, and to my delight, we were able to capture the offspring of Patriot. This beautiful young bald eagle was nestled upon the same rocks that Patriot frequents. How do I know? I accidentally stired up Patriot and it flew away as I capture this photo.

Momma's Brood

What a sight to see! This Momma Merganser sported a brood of...guess it...21 ducklings!! 21!!! 17 of them are shown here, while the others were bobbing to the left (you can see her keen eye watching for them).

Momma's Brood - 21

Count them! 21 ducklings! Nature never ceases to amaze me.

Gaze into My Eyes

While traveling to Copper Harbor, Michigan a delightful red fox crossed our path. He politely stopped along the road so, as I thought, to take his picture. However, upon further review, it appears he wanted me to just gaze into his bright and intense eyes. Nature is mysteriously beautiful.

Patriot

Early Shore Rise

Still and watchful, basking in the morning light.

Sunrise In Her Eyes

It is early morning on the farm. It is cold and the frost is still on the ground. Dreary eyes begin to open. The warmth of the sunrise opens to a brand new day. She looks intently and sees it shine on the horizon.

Hunting the Shore

A family of Cedar Waxwings hung close by the shore of the Fanny Hooe Creek which meets with the waters of Lake Superior in Copper Harbor. The waxwings appeared to dance above the water, swooping and swaying, while hunting tiny insect morsels for dinner.

Curiosity

“Face it. Curiosity will not cause us to die – only lack of it will. Never to want to see the other side of the hill or that improbable country where living is an idyll (although a probable hell) would kill us all. Only the curious have if they live a tale worth telling at all.” ~Alastair Reid

Morning Stroll

Stroll among the wildflowers in the early morning. Listen to the earth beneath your feet. Watch the world wake up to the sunrise. “An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” ~Henry David Thoreau

Loon Legend

There is a legend told by the native people from the Great Lakes region speaking about a young girl who loved the lake and all the beings that lived there. She would rather play down at the lake instead of other children in the area. She loved all the water animal people and they loved her in return. She especially loved the loon family. One day the girl did not come home and her parents feared for her. The next spring a new loon family came to the lake and set up a home near the lodge of the girl’s mother and father. One evening the girl’s parents heard a different kind of loon song. They found if they concentrated they could make out human words. It was their daughter! Transformed into one of the loons she loved so much.

Single Sandhill

Tank

We were blessed with being able to foster this sweet little puppy, named "Tank," along with one of his brothers and sisters. Although we only have them for a short time, they will always have a place in our hearts.

Amelia's Reflection - Indian Lake

Tufted Beauty

Squirrel

We were blessed with being able to foster this sweet little puppy, named "Squirrel," along with her brothers, "Tank" and "Baldy." Although we only have them for a short time, they will always have a place in our hearts.

Lovely

Baldy

We were blessed with being able to foster this sweet little puppy, named "Baldy," along with one of his brothers and sisters. Although we only have them for a short time, they will always have a place in our hearts.