I managed to take some pictures of me actually paddling today. The weather was beautiful in the mid 70's and sunny. There was some wind and I had to paddle upwind a little bit. Then I got on a long open straight of water with the wind at my back. I was just enjoying drifting along and 2 kts. Thinking the paddle back was going to be a long one. Then the sea-breeze came in and I had the wind at my back on the return trip, which was good because I was going up-current.
There were several ospreys out fishing today. This one flew overhead and then went on to fly out of range and catch a fish. I would have liked to been closer and been able to take pictures of the catch but no such luck. I did enjoy the show and saw 3 fish being carried away. One thing I have come to notice is they always seem to carry the fish facing forwards. My brother thinks this may be because they come up behind the fish while they are swimming and catch them that way. I know I will be on the look out for this in the future.
I came upon some Cormorants this one took off as soon as I got too close. I am always amazed how they can take flight from being in the water. A small running start on the water and off we go.
This egret came flying by and I was trying to get some pictures of flying birds today. I like how the feathers are somewhat translucent. 
This is my wheres waldo picture. There are 2 Bald Eagles in this picture. I let myself drift over to the shore to get closer. This put me in a good position for the light but a bad position for seeing both birds. The female is on the branch above the male. These birds mate for life. They also return to the same nest year after year. I am glad they are making a comeback and I consider my self lucky each time I am able to spot even one. Today I got to see a breading pair. 
I had a nice little paddle today and just generally enjoyed my paddle. Pelicer Creek is located south of St. Augustine. I launched my boat at Faver Dykes State park. Stay tuned I have more pictures including some Black and Whites I will post those mid week.
3 comments:
Peggy:
Take your boat with you. There is another park a short paddle away on the other side of the river. Princess prarie or something like that. I didn't go there this time but it is on my list to check out next time. If you have time also go check out Ft. Matanzas National monument while there. It is a little bit of a drive almost to St. Augustine. (Just South) Plus the state runs a ferry for donations to go over and see the fort.
The idea of how you use your camera and the pictures you take are what I like to see. The subject matter is of great enjoyment for me.
Dave:
Thanks for the name of the park. I am going to go check out the park soon. Might even make it into a field trip for my kids.
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