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Sunday 21 April 2024

Island reverie

This past week, we had some beautiful weather and my husband and I headed to Cavendish one day and Cabot Beach/Malpeque another. In between, we walked the boardwalk, some days between the raindrops. These minutes during a day when we immerse ourselves in nature are precious. 


On the way to Cabot Beach and Malpeque we pass a wetland area where we usually stop to look for ducks. 





There were a number of Green-winged Teals in the area that day. 





At Cabot Beach, work by a dredger on the channel to the harbour at Malpeque allows fishing boats to travel safely to port, mere metres from the beach. 





Further from the water, the sand and Marram grass make a beautiful backdrop for driftwood.





Early morning at Cavendish we encountered numerous hares, feeding and frolicking in the early morning sun. 





In addition, the Osprey were newly returned to the area and their nesting platform had been damaged in their absence. The pair perched in nearby trees and eventually one landed on the old platform. I wonder where they will nest this year?





Along the boardwalk, on two consecutive days we saw the same Red Fox as it hunted. This time of year hungry kits must be fed. Before long they will be out with their mothers playing in the sun and we hope to see them one day.





Meanwhile, Black Ducks enjoy the salt marsh most days. This pair always hangs out together. 





When the wind is on-shore, gulls stand along the shoreline, looking along the bay. These two Herring Gulls kept a silent vigil.





It was a wonderful nature-filled week.






37 comments:

The Happy Whisk said...

Great photos and sounds like fun. The fourth picture reminds me of something from Star Trek. So neat.

DJan said...

Your pictures and text never fail to make me feel like I'm right there with you. Love the pretty fox and the happy hares especially.

Barwitzki said...

The hare photo is wonderful and of course the one of the osprey... the duck couple reflected in the water. Wonderful.
Many greetings to you.
Thank you for your beautiful photos.
I wish you a happy week.

Debra She Who Seeks said...

Love the frolicking hares! Nice photo of that fox too.

MARY G said...

All of your photos are a joy, but the two gulls is pure bliss. And the close run of that fishing boat to shore, although I realize the photo foreshortens it, is hilarious.
You make my morning sing.

photowannabe said...

Oh my, these photos of all the nature in your area are fabulous.
I love the fox and the driftwood on the marsh dunes. Thanks for sharing these lovely scenes.
Sue

Elephant's Child said...

Nature is true solace and heart balm isn't it? Thank you for sharing yours.

Helen said...

A joy to see spring arriving under sunny skies.

Maebeme said...

Incredible photos! You have some amazing walking opportunities.

Red said...

A good walk leads you to see all kinds of critters.

Anvilcloud said...

The fox looks pretty and in good health.

Debbie said...

i think i am happiest when i am outdoors, among nature!! i love this post, you saw some of nature's best i would say!! i will have to check to see if our fox have nested by the boardwalk!! awesome captures you shared today!!

The Furry Gnome said...

So glad you're both getting out to enjoy the fresh air, and you've got some great photos of the wildlife. I love the frolicking hares!

Stanisław Kucharzyk said...

Beautiful photos!

MELODY JACOB said...

Wow these are lovely photos

Lorrie said...

What beautiful images from your beautiful island. The fox is gorgeous, and I loved the capture of the hares playing.

baili said...

Awe !!!!
your images are really fulfilling and stunning dear Marie :)))

loved each bit of this post ,it was first spring post to me from your agical island :)

i can only imagine how amazing and exciting it might feel to pass through landscape full of so many pretty birds ,thrilling animals and mischievous rodents :)
what an adventure Marie .bless your each step and click that make us peek into your heavenly island
enjoyed thoroughly everything :)

Breathtaking said...

Hello Marie :=)
I'm glad you took advantage of the good weather to get outdoors and go for a walk, and you shared some wonderful wildlife captures. What a pity the Ospreys nesting sight was damaged,it must be difficult for them to find the right conditions to build another nest.Lovely capture of the fox, the Black ducks, hares and gulls.
All the best
Sonjia.

Debbie Nolan said...

Marie how wonderful...the osprey (which we don't see here in my part of the world) and love the close up of the fox. Ours can be red but often are gray. Both are shy and very nocturnal. In the evenings especially in spring and summer I hear them calling to either their mate or kits. Sound much like an owl. Well take care friend and enjoy your last April days. Hugs!

John's Island said...

Thank you, Marie, for sharing your nature-filled week with such vivid detail. It's a reminder to cherish these precious moments and to continue nurturing our connection with the wonders of the outdoors. Here's to many more adventures in the embrace of nature! John






David M. Gascoigne, said...

No matter the day, no matter the weather, nature is guaranteed to please. And from one minute to the next there is something new to attract the eye. It’s free too.

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

Wonderful photos
It is nice to see boats out without ice in the area. I like the winter, but the opening of waters is special as well.

contempladoraocidental.blogspot.com said...

Lovely pictures that show so well what you enjoyed. Nature gives us so much...

Spare Parts and Pics said...

Wow, outstanding photos! Love the photo of the fox, and also the driftwood. It looks so strange to see the boats in so close to shore! All that and beautiful skies too!

gluten Free A_Z Blog said...

What a joy to live near the sea! You have captured some amazing photos. Enjoyed seeing them all.

Diane said...

What a great post with such lovely scenes. Well done. Cheers Diane

Pam said...

Wow....I totally love your pics this post and you have such a wide range of them. Great job.

Pattie @ Olla-Podrida said...

With all of the walks that you take out in nature, you have really honed your photography skills. That photo of the fox is wonderful.

Jim and Barb's Adventures said...

Most every duck has made it up here by now, except the green-wing. They seem to be the last to arrive for some reason. I saw a couple of rabbits frolicking like that a week or so ago, I think they were getting a little frisky!

Fundy Blue said...

Hi, Marie! I noticed a comment from you that mentioned PEI on Debra's "She Who Seeks" blog, so I decided to pop over. My father and his people were all from PEI. I loved your photos. I spent lots of summer hours at Cavendish when I was a child. Thanks for the memories!

Glenda C. Beall said...

As always I love my walk with you in photos. You are a great photographer, but you have an eye for the most interesting subjects. Thank you for your comments on my blog. I am recovering from my shoulder surgery and able to use my left arm and hand much better. I hope to post on my blogs more in the future.

HWIT BLOGG said...

Your pictures are just amazing!!!
Love from Titti

Liz Hinds said...

Such amazing wildlife and wonderful photos. It is interesting to see the boats in the dredged channel so close to the shore.

Rose said...

This is such a fun post...I know I started it right after you posted it but I don't know why I didn't finish it. I so would love to live near where I could see ospreys on a regular basis. I have only seen two for sure in my life! And oh, to see a fox. They make me smile just to see them.

Beatrice P. Boyd said...

Marie, we are really looking forward to our upcoming May visit to PEI and from your recent posts and photos it looks like we will have a lot to see. Thanks for showing us all this beauty in advance.

Sherry's Pickings said...

I love the photos. It's always wonderful to see the ospreys come back to their nest every year, and we can then check out the babies peering over the edge of the nest. Terrific photo of the birds flying in too.

eileeninmd said...

Wow, it was a wonderful nature filled week.
I love all the critters and birds.
Take care, enjoy your day and the week ahead.