Right In Front Of Me

While we were hiking at Grand Lake Saint Marys State Park–Windy Point we stopped the car to a few photos. We were between hiking trails, and it was a short drive.

We spotted an interesting looking location so I parked the car, opened the door, got out and shot several photos. Sounds good, right? Well, Teresa tells me to look stright in front of me .. I didn't see anything.

Much to my surprise, there was a Great Blue Heron about 30 feet from me, just chilling. I took a few photos, then slowly got back in the car. Teresa slowly opened her door and shot a few more photos. I can't believe he didn't fly away. Amazing.

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Wood Ducks On Wood

We saw these young Wood Ducks while hiking this week. It is kind of funny how every other duck is facing 'the other way' from the ducks on each side of her. We saw wood ducks here in the past, but I didn't see any adults this time.

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Lunch Hunt

This is more typical of the Great Blue Heron. This one is on the Miami River between Troy and Piqua, Ohio.

The river levels are lower and we have seen so many Great Blue Heron on recent hikes. We sure enjoy them.

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In A Tree?

This Great Blue Heron was hanging out in this tree over the Stillwater River. I have observed this species in trees before, but normally there is a nest nearby. I have not found a nest in this area. I'll look again next time I am hiking there, but I love this photo.

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Wisdom and Age

I really have no way to know, but I suspect this Mallard is older .. a little aged. When I think about getting older I hope there is some compensation for age. My dad sure seemed to get wiser as he aged. Now that I am the 'old' guy, I am not so sure. I sure don't feel old. Life is an amazing experience. Have an amazing day.

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