Even more success!

I was so happy with the fledgling owls.  I remembered the geese and wondered how they fared ... and then they appeared!  Paddling toward me, a full contingent!  All six of the young, and some stretching the wings that are not quite ready.  A very orderly crew!

This Time of Year

It's an expected but very welcome sight this time of year:  Canada Geese and young goslings.  The local Geese population is a result of re-establishment methods after population declines due to hunting.
Who does not enjoy the surprise of a couple Geese with a tassel of yellowed feathered young between them paddling the waters?  Or the honking calls of a small flock flying overhead ?

This family passed by earlier this week.  The other adult is nearby.

A County Goose

Our County awhile ago elected the Canada Goose as graphic representation of the native Indian name for our area: Caritoke. The given translation of "Land of the Wild Goose" may imply more than a single type of goose (Snows and Blues) and perhaps even the Swans.

Geese Pair

Winter is still blowing and we have some winter ducks and swans still here. Here a pair of probably local geese fly past.

Aside: Spent yesterday at the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Show in Hampton, Va. Nice time! I selected some gorgeous Japanese, Australian and African fabric and can't wait to get started on a new project.

Morning on the Sound

Canada Geese land in the morning sunlight.

Looking Geese

More Canada Geese: beautiful birds with that broad white cheek. I love the little tilt of the heads ... keeping a good look out.

Currituck Lighthouse with Geese

Canada Geese fly north with Currituck Light in the background. The sudden cold weather has the geese moving and me retreating.

October Geese

A closer look at some Canada Geese flying past.

Currituck Sound Rush Hour

Flying fast and honking, these Canada geese are on a late afternoon run.