Sunday, September 27, 2020

Sep 23, 2020: Bridge on a Misty Morning

 The bridge has emerged from the morning's mist. (Wolf. Oesterreich, 9/13/20).

 

Sep 21, 2020: Prairie Hoppin'

 

 A grasshopper takes a break in the prairie surrounded by goldenrod, Indian grass, and cone flowers. (Kevin Kane, 9/17/20)

Sep 19, 2020: Salmon and Gold Sunrise


The sun rises behind the north lake. (Wolf. Oesterreich, 9/16/20)

Saturday, September 26, 2020

Sep 17, 2020: Fall Seeds

 

Milkweed pods are starting to burst around the park, spilling out lots of their fluffy seed. (Kevin Kane, 9/17/20)

Thursday, September 24, 2020

Sep 15, 2020: House Wren


House Wrens nest at the Park and at this time of year, many family units may be encountered.  This bird was found along the east side of Jensen Pond. (Wolf. Oesterreich, 9/15/20)

Sep 13, 2020: Playing Otters


The two Northern River Otters found at the pools of Pond G were probably the two youngsters observed the last two months.  They appear to be on their own.  They hunted and frolicked in one of the pools and then headed off to Pond E. (Wolf. Oesterreich, 8/29/20)