Photos by Tag: eagles
Both sides now
These eagles have positioned themselves to scan the area in all directions. Fidalgo Island.
Fidalgo birds of winter
What a joy it has been on recent winter days to explore Fidalgo Island trails, beaches and byways. Although gray skies and cold temperatures stifle the initial desire to get outdoors, it is feathered friends such as those pictured in this collection that inspire, offering photo “rewards” for the effort. And all without leaving the […]
Feathered friends of Fidalgo & environs
Over the past several weeks I have collected an inventory of photos of “feathered Fidalgo friends,” otherwise known as birds. Images were collected at places including the lake, beaches and dunes of Deception Pass State Park, both sides of the bridge. At least one photo (immature bald) was taken in the Bay View area on […]
A morning for the birds
I always enjoy a visit to Deception Pass State Park, but my Monday morning journey was extraordinary in terms of birds. There were Canada geese and mallards at Cranberry Lake; bald eagles perched in a treetop between lake and surf. There were sparrows, crows and of course, seagulls and cormorants. There was a hawk flying […]
Eagles in the neighborhood
I noticed today on a Facebook post the frustration expressed by a photographer who discovered only one eagle on an Upriver Skagit outing. These four photos are all taken “in the neighborhood” over the past few days, two at sites seasonally occupied by ospreys. Two lakeside, two near saltwater shores. I can never get […]
Offshore perch
A pair of eagles posted temporarily on this shoreside rock before seeking a better vantage point in the branches of a tree. Fidalgo Island, March 25.
Local volunteers in national bird count
All across the nation, Audubon Society volunteers strapped on binoculars, spotting scopes and cameras to participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count. Among regional teams working today (Saturday, Dec. 28) was a local trio including (l. to r.) Kirk Patterson, Wendy Patterson and Neil O’Hara. By midday this trio had counted 32 species, including an […]
Generational giving
High school senior Leah Heiberg (left), already a veteran volunteer at the annual Anacortes Community Thanksgiving dinner, took on cooking responsibilities this year under the supervision of her mother, Kelly (right). Both have joined others over the past several days in preparation of a free community banquet at the Eagles (Aerie and Auxiliary 249, Anacortes). […]
Thanksgiving team
These smiling folks are among a small army of volunteers participating in the annual Thanksgiving meal hosted by the Anacortes Eagles Aerie and Auxiliary 249. Cooks led by Kelly Heiberg have been busy for several days preparing this meal, served at no cost to about 350 diners. Another 150 or so meals were delivered this […]
Delicious salmon
If this image appears to be “smoky,” it’s because it is. Teamwork – and delicious ingredients – are the keys to success at the annual Anacortes Eagles Barbecue in downtown Anacortes. The barbecue, situated at 7th and “Q” Avenue, features Alaskan King Salmon, ribs and chicken, plus tasty side dishes and home-baked pies. Lines form […]
Nesting season
I’m aware of three eagle nests on Fidalgo Island. I took this photo a couple of weeks ago, but have no knowledge as to whether there are eggs in the nest. If you’re really interested in eagles and have access to the internet, I recommend the live “eaglecam” at the state Department of Fish and […]
Happy Thanksgiving!
This volunteer crew and dozens of others gave of themselves on Thanksgiving Day, leaving their homes to help prepare a meal for those less fortunate. This photo was taken in the kitchen at the Anacortes Eagles Hall, just two hours before the noon banquet was scheduled to begin. Volunteers are (l. to r.) Kaitlin Daoust, […]