Even though we don't have any snow yet, it's been cold enough for water on the streams to freeze and create some nice ice formations. Still no snow in the forecast. A big change from last year when we had record snowfall. Maralee
The Landing Zone
This time of year there are hundreds of ducks and geese on the river. Every few minutes some with either land or take off so I can get some practice at getting some shots of the birds flying and/or landing. These are a couple from two days ago. Maralee
Christmas Kayak Parade
Last evening was the "almost" annual Christmas Kayak Parade on the Deschutes River. I say almost because there have been years when it had to be cancelled due to snow storm (last year) or it was so cold the river froze over (a few years ago). But last night the conditions were perfect. It was …
Hooded Mergansers
There have been quite a few hooded merganser couples out on the water this week. They are another very interesting duck. They are very shy and will quickly move away when someone comes near. Maralee
Splash Down
It's fun watching the ducks come in for a landing. Just like a plane. Maralee
Through My Lens 