Arrived at the kiosk at 6:50 AM. Noelle, an OFNR officer and leader of this bird walk, was in the parking lot. Nancy arrived shortly thereafter. We started down the trail at 7:00 AM.
As we made our way to the bridge that crosses over to the other side of the inlet, we were joined by Bruce. We continued adjacent to the inlet. While the trail had little surface water it was quite muddy. The inlet's shades of green and its reflections made for pleasant viewing.
Bruce brought our attention to a fire-breathing dragon.
There were campers on the other side of the inlet. Perhaps these fishermen.
Back in the marsh was growing a plant that we could not identify.
Owasco Lake appeared calm. But today there was no osprey or cormorant.
Heading up the road we had a great look at a Ruby-throated Hummingbird. This bird along with an Alder Flycatcher and a Blackpoll Warbler were the highlights of this morning's walk for me.
Bruce gave me some history of the plank road that ran parallel to the old railroad bed. He also pointed out a cluster that included five different ferns.
Previous Owasco Flats
bird walk.
Another great day for birding.
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