Cranes have always been special to me. I first encountered them in spring 1989 at a major migratory bird resting spot at the Lac du Der, in eastern France. This was also my first serious – and enrapturing – birdwatching trip. Matthias was a passionate birdwatcher – what drove him was not ticking species off… Continue reading Amidst angels
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My birthday party with chipmunks
Last Monday, October 8th, was not only my birthday, it was also Columbus Day, a holiday observed in most US states to commemorate the discovery of the continent. And we were determined to make full use of Hannah and Marie’s day off school. Over the previous few days, most aspen patches on the distant slopes… Continue reading My birthday party with chipmunks