I’m outside a lot. Sometimes I take my camera, sometimes I don’t. Sometimes I am just hiking with my dog, or tending the garden. But some days, I will get my camera battery fully charged up, my car full of gas, snacks, binoculars, layers of clothing and a…
Welcome to Amherst Island! Located on Lake Ontario, just southeast of Kingston, this little island is a haven for wildlife. Every trip to Amherst Island begins and ends with a ferry ride. It’s only 20 minutes, but there’s always lots to see. This time of year, the ferry has…
I had a Great Gray Owl living on my street last winter. Having a Great Gray Owl around is like having a big secret that you want to tell everyone about but you can’t. You see, Great Gray Owls are rare down here in Southern Ontario. And they…
Presqu’ile is pretty much deserted these days. The picnic-ers, birders, photographers, and campers have virtually disappeared. I do see the occasional dog- walkers bundled up against the cold with their faithful friends at their sides. But really, Presqu’ile belongs to the owls now. It’s amazing to see…
