I headed to Tiesma and Peterson Beaches to photograph the returning Piping Plovers. I followed back roads through the Crystal Highlands corridor that I hadn’t traveled before. Trees were leafing out, and I saw some new barns hidden in the hills. Arriving at the Lakeshore, I scoured the dunes for these beautiful little birds but didn’t find a single one. Still, the beauty of these beaches and wetlands made the drive worthwhile.
It’s the perfect time for birding. The trees don’t have leaves yet, so it’s easy to spot the birds. We’re also in the middle of migration, and wide varieties are returning home, while others are on their way north. I had some interesting finds last week.
Local news has been filled with flood warnings, potential dam failures, and road washouts. Torrential rains and record snowmelt have also affected the backcountry areas where I take pictures. Vernal ponds have tripled in size. Woods and wetlands have turned into lakes. So much for April showers.
