5/20/19 Carolina Raptor Sanctuary

Due to an unexpected flight delay, we found ourselves wandering about Charlotte for the day, looking for something to keep us busy. We ended up at the Carolina Raptor Sanctuary. This small facility takes in injured birds of prey and rehabilitates them. They have a number of such animals on display as well, offering a unique chance to see many magnificent birds. After wandering the grounds we also explored some of the neighboring conservation land. Unfortunately, it was too hot to really enjoy much of the outdoors, so in the end we got ice cream and headed for the airport.

4/28/19 Charles River Paddling

The spring this year brought some extremely high water to the Charles River, ideal for exploring it’s wetlands by boat. We paddled from the Rt 27 bridge upstream to Dover Rd. The wildlife was everywhere, cleverly dealing with the extremely high water.

After our paddle I also made a stop by the Medfield State Hospital to walk around and take some more photos. It was pretty interesting, and a little creepy too.

4/13/19 Vernal Pools Walk

While visiting my in-laws we went on a guided nature walk in their town that visited multiple vernal pools. A couple of representatives from the state department of conservation provided lots of information about the pools and what lives there. There were lots of kids that were very excited to see so much wildlife, and they were even allowed to touch it. Naturally I channeled my inner child and enjoyed it just as much.

3/30/19 Boston’s Museum Of Science

I took advantage of a beautiful weekend to take a trip into Boston to visit the Museum of Science. I was visiting alone this time, so the trip really was about taking photos. This was also the trip where I discovered the amazing butterfly garden exhibit. Though small, it is packed with amazing butterflies and flowers. I spent nearly an hour in one room just following these beautiful creatures around.

After spending time with the butterflies, I toured a number of other exhibit halls, watched the show at the Theater of Electricity, and attended an animal meet and greet. Once I finished up at the museum I rounded out the day with a visit to the Bunker Hill Monument and museum. As you can tell from the number of photos, I had a great time.

1/26/19 Shingle Creek Kayaking

I had some free time on a trip down to Orlando for work and wanted to get out to see some nature with some coworkers. We ended up driving down to Shingle Creek and renting some kayaks for the afternoon. It was not a very long paddle, but took us through a cypress forest. We saw a nice variety of wildlife along the way. Certainly a change of pace from Universal Studios!

1/3/19 Arizona Desert Museum

While we were out in Tucson for the new year, we decided to stop by the Arizona Desert Museum. I had not been there in years, but remembered enjoying it. This time I particularly enjoyed the hummingbirds and big cats.

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