I thought the Swallows would be active now, and they certainly are. These small, beautiful birds are tending to hatch lings in tree holes and wooden box nests.
The two perennial eagles have been busy. Their nest fell from the traditional tree (again), so they built a new nest at the tree adjacent to the right and moved the chicks to the new nest. Mama Eagle was very attentive to the baby birds, bent over them and inspecting them intently. I hope the chicks were not injured when the nest fell.
This may be my last Trip Report from Washington. Mrs. Geezerhiker and I move to Idaho next week. We love the Tetons and plan to visit them often.
I have enjoyed reporting trips to WTA. You may still see a report from me now and then to let you drool at the scenery in the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National Park.
Comments
Bob and Barb on Skagit Wildlife Area
Bob and I wish you and Barb happiness, many blessings and happy hiking in your new adventure! Your trip reports will be missed!
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Bob and Barb on Apr 29, 2021 03:01 PM
wafflesnfalafel on Skagit Wildlife Area
You are an inspiration and your work will be missed. Love the eagle pic, "hey, where did geezerhiker go?"
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wafflesnfalafel on Apr 29, 2021 04:23 PM
wakkf00 on Skagit Wildlife Area
Wish U and Mrs. Geezerhiker all the Best! Take care .. already miss U .. (;_;)
Posted by:
wakkf00 on Apr 29, 2021 04:49 PM
Muledeer on Skagit Wildlife Area
I will miss your trip reports and beautiful pictures! Perhaps we will meet again on trail, as my son lives in Boise.
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Muledeer on Apr 29, 2021 07:24 PM
hikingGranNan on Skagit Wildlife Area
I want to thank you for your wonderful photos and reports throughout these many years, thoroughly enjoyed by all of us. Wishing you both great adventures and joy in your new area! May we ask you to continue posting photos for us on wta.org?
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hikingGranNan on Apr 29, 2021 09:30 PM
Maddy on Skagit Wildlife Area
Well then, I think that WTA needs to add an Idaho tab!
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Maddy on Apr 30, 2021 07:50 AM
Lazy Boots on Skagit Wildlife Area
Best of luck to you! We are also moving out of state soon into Montana so another reporter hikes into the WTA sunset. For us the Tetons, Glacier park and even the sapphire's outside our door will be frequented plenty.
Enjoy the new adventure!
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Lazy Boots on Apr 30, 2021 08:09 AM
Ups n Downs on Skagit Wildlife Area
Have always enjoyed your pictures and look forward to some from the Tetons. Safe travels!
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Ups n Downs on Apr 30, 2021 10:28 AM
kokay on Skagit Wildlife Area
You will be missed. Your excellent reports and beautiful photos. Enjoy Idaho and please do send WTA your new adventure updates. :)
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kokay on Apr 30, 2021 10:35 AM
thebrink on Skagit Wildlife Area
Your writing and photography will be missed. I always like to read your reports to see what adventures you have been up to. I hope there is an outlet for your reporting and photographic skills in your new area.
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thebrink on Apr 30, 2021 12:31 PM
hikingwithlittledogs on Skagit Wildlife Area
I’ll miss your beautiful photos. Best wishes and happy trails!
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hikingwithlittledogs on Apr 30, 2021 06:02 PM
wimpyhiker on Skagit Wildlife Area
I'll miss your photos especially of Skagit area. I check for your reports often. Happy trails in the Tetons.
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wimpyhiker on Apr 30, 2021 08:58 PM
Trailbagger on Skagit Wildlife Area
Sorry to hear you are leaving Dennis. You and I did a few hikes together back in 2014, one to Bear Creek Falls, and one looking for waterfalls up the Cascade River road (if memory serves). Yes, the Tetons are special. I was a seasonal Ranger Naturalist there in the 1970s and have hiked most of the trails. Keep us informed! Good luck on your new adventure...
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Trailbagger on Jun 30, 2021 11:23 AM