I just returned from a trip back to Minnesota to spend time with my sisters. We took a short drive through the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. I was hoping to see some sandhill cranes. While I did see a few sandhill cranes (I will post them another day), my biggest surprise was seeing all of the American White Pelicans. There were flocks of big white birds flying and I initially thought they were great egrets. But upon closer inspection, it turned out they were pelicans.
Maralee
Through My Lens 
For such big birds the pelicans are still quite graceful on the wing – reminds me of a 747!
What a treat to see! Nice to have a good surprise after the disappointing crane showing.