I've lived in Oregon for 12 years and have only been to the Columbia River Gorge a few times, and mostly it was just passing through on my way to somewhere else. It is a gorgeous area and on our way to Seattle two years ago we took a little extra time so we could …
Geese and Muskrat
I was down at the river again last weekend to watch the ducks and geese and the occasional eagle fly by. It was a gorgeous day and just nice to watch the activity on the river. While I was standing on the dock, this otter (at least I think that's what it is) swam up …
Bald Eagle
I went to the park yesterday afternoon to see if the owl was still hanging around . . . he isn't from what others said. But shortly after I got out of the car a bald eagle flew overhead. I hardly had time to react but I got a couple of shots. I didn't have …
Cocoons, or Whatever They Are
Today is supposedly the last day of spring until winter returns. So I thought I'd take advantage of the beautiful weather and take a walk along the river. I noticed all of these cocoons on the branches of the bushes as I was walking along. At least I think they're cocoons. Funny thing though . …
Owl III . . . or is it IV??
I took these photos of the barred owl when I went to take photos of him in flight. He's such a photogenic little fellow . . . it's hard not to take photos of him. Maralee
Through My Lens 