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Sunday 1 May 2022

In our element

On our second time back at Cavendish Grove this year, the gate was open for another season. Yay! Several geese families which return every year were settled in for another season and some of the frogs were singing as well. Spring! Besides, the return of the contrails overhead made it feel as if life was beginning to return to a semblance of normalcy after two long years.





We walked to the beach which is clear of snow now.





Along the way, animals go about their lives and if you take the time, you may see Osprey, Bald Eagles, Song Sparrows, Grackles, Gulls and Ravens, as we did. One of the gulls was playing, all alone, floating on the breeze along the shoreline.





The Ravens were especially interesting. They can be hard to distinguish from crows but are larger and have a fan-like tail. My husband found a large empty egg shell nearby and placed it on a post. 





Before long, one of the birds checked it out. The Ravens obviously raid nests of the Geese and Ducks in the area. 





Back at the Grove, we passed a Chipmunk, busy filling its pouches. It stopped to watch us for some time and eventually climbed into a hole in a tree. 





My husband and I had lunch overlooking the water, listening to the peepers and the geese. This is our favourite picnic spot on the island.





There was a new resident at the Grove this spring. A muskrat was active in the water and on the islands. We identified an area which could have been its lodge 





but before we left, it looked like a goose was moving in. I wonder if she was evicted.





A good landlord can make all the difference.



30 comments:

Debra She Who Seeks said...

I hope you serenaded the muskrat with a rendition of "Muskrat Love."

DJan said...

It sure is beautiful, and spring is definitely everywhere. Thank you for the great pictures and commentary; I enjoyed it very much.

junemac2 said...

Oh how beautiful your island is. It sounds wonderful to see such beauty every day and watch the animals doing their own thing in nature. I love your photographs thanks for sharing
June x

Rose said...

I can just imagine how you feel with being able to get out again AND with things returning a bit more to normal.

NGS said...

What a great chronicle of the seasons and the comings and goings in your paradise your blog is! Spring is springing!

Boud said...

You sound so happy! Not surprising in these surroundings.

Anvilcloud said...

I was thinking that Cavendish was the one and only time that I swam in the ocean. But I was wrong. it was Stanhope.

Ruth Hiebert said...

Being outside in spring is just so refreshing . Thanks for sharing these pictures.

gluten Free A_Z Blog said...

Lovely photos and I love the way you tell the story of the moment. I've never seen a chipmunk sit still. Usually I see them scurrying around.

Bill said...

The island has awaken to the sound of spring. Enjoy!!!!

Beside a babbling brook... said...

Ahhh yes, how to tell a raven from a crow!!! Must remember, the raven has a fan like tail. Which means, the crow has a 'split-looking' tail.

🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸

Elephant's Child said...

You shared an absolutely delightful day. Thank you. And wow that chipmunk packed its pouches...

William Kendall said...

The little munk is adorable.

Goldendaze-Ginnie said...

Well, I'd say the chipmunk got the most attention Those pouches look like he's found a great place to store dinner until the lady with the camera
goes away.

At Home In New Zealand said...

Sounds like a happy time out walking. Love all your photos, especially that chipmunk!

Joanne Noragon said...

Spring is coming for you. For us, too, but it's not firmly settled yet.

The Padre said...

Love Those Cheeks There - Wonderful Picnic Location For Sure - Gorgeous Photos All Around

Cheers

Debbie said...

another great entry, beautiful stories and images.

BUT, the chipmunk, and those cheeks, that picture is stunning!!

Red said...

Spring is a very interesting and pleasant time to be out.

David M. Gascoigne, said...

That is one ambitious chipmunk!

eileeninmd said...

Hello,

Yay for Spring! A lovely walk, beautiful views of the beach, gulls and geese.
The chipmunk is so cute, with his fat little cheeks. Beautiful series!
Take care, enjoy your day!

Ginnie Hart said...

Resurrection! This is the time of the year that we believe in Life after Death...again, Marie. I love for you that you observe these rhythms.

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

"A good landlord," made me laugh
Y'all have chosen a nice picnic spot with all the activity going on around there.

Hena Tayeb said...

That chipmunk picture is priceless.

Helen said...

After the wet weather you have been having, this outing must have been especially wonderful. I so enjoy seeing the island's nature through your eyes.

Catarina said...

A glimpse of spring!

Maebeme said...

What a lovely place to visit and enjoy the wildlife. The photo of the chipmunk is priceless. Thanks for sharing!

Lea said...

Beautiful photos!
Love the chipmunk!

baili said...

i can only imagine the joy this season delivers to your heart dear Marie !

this is always so joyous to join your day out and i would have chose the same spot for picnic :) such a serene and gorgeous place beside the water wow .

i felt for the lone geese ,he might be wondering about his all friends who kept him in company during warm season and how happy he will be when they will appear again :)

we have only crows here and they are threat for all smaller birds just raven in your part of land . i think cold northern parts can have raven in our country too .
i loved the chipmunk and they always remind me movies i saw about them :)
blessings

margi said...

The chipmunk is adorable! I googled, they don't live in Europe. So, I wonder, do squirrels live on your island? Thanks for sharing,