Checking in to Maumee Bay State Park, on the shores of Lake Erie, for the Biggest Week in American Birding. During the month of May, this area becomes the "Warbler Capital of the World." #Ohio

Trumpeter swans making their way through a nearby creek. #Montana

This mountain bluebird is looking his best heading into the weekend. #Birds #Montana

Looking north, across an area called Dry Gulch, into the mountains of the Bob Marshall Wilderness.

The quaking aspen catkins can be seen across the valley.

Snow squall over the mountains. #Montana

The ospreys are back. I've been looking forward to seeing them return to the valley this spring. #Montana

Starting to see Long-billed Curlews out in the fields. #Birds #Montana

The northern lights made an appearance in the wee hours of a cold Saturday morning here in western Montana. It was a pretty nice show, despite a few clouds. #Montana

Do you ever get the feeling you are being watched? This Columbian Ground Squirrel was keep an eye on me as I stopped to take photos. #Montana

Reflections on my favorite duck pond. #Montana

This boisterous Western Meadowlark was mid-song. His song rings out from atop the fencepost, as if it was just to brighten your day. #Montana

The Sandhill Cranes can be seen and heard everywhere now. It won't be too long and we'll be seeing some colts. #Montana

All is quiet on the North Fork Blackfoot River. No doubt that will change soon. #Montana

Don't let this cute little fluff ball fool you. These Northern Shrikes are fierce predators. #Montana

I've been seeing so many mountain bluebirds this spring. They are just beautiful. #Montana

The lake is almost ice free but the Lewis and Clark mountains have some fresh snow. #Montana

Ring-necked ducks on the lake.

White-tailed deer enjoying a warm spring afternoon. #Montana

John Muir said the following about the Ponderosa Pine, "Of all the pines, this one gives forth the finest music to the winds." #Montana

Lots of water in the valley from the recent snow melt. More snow on the way? #Montana

Lots of ducks moving through on the lake. I see Ring-necked, Common Goldeneye and Northern Pintail (one of my favorites). #Montana

A young mule deer wandering about the brush. Mom is keeping a close watch. #Montana

I was eyeing some ducks through my camera viewfinder when these trumpeter swans launched from another part of the pond. What a wonderful surprise! #Montana

I trekked down behind the house, in the face of a cold, west wind, to take in last night's sunset. #Montana

Early airport sunrise.

Sigh, 18°F. It seems a little harsh considering it was 73°F just two days ago.

The deafening chorus of the tiny spring peeper. This unseasonably warm weather has them calling all day long.

"No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn." ~ Hal Borland Some of the crocuses are blooming nicely. It is good to see a flower again.

An odoriferous reminder that spring is on the way. The early blooms of the eastern skunk cabbage in the local marsh.

I only see these white-crowned sparrows but on rare occasion in the winter but they remain one my favorite sparrows.

A visitor in the freshly fallen snow.

I didn't expect to see an eastern bluebird on this late February day.

Another cold, frosty morning but they say that is about to change. Looking at the sun rising over the local marsh.

When it was so cold, I was happy to feed everyone.

A snowy morning at Lake Hope State Park. It feels like it will be a good day to hang out by the fireplace. #Ohio

I think I'd like to have a discussion with that groundhog.

I was told that this is affectionately known as the 'pee pee dance.' The flamingos are stirring up crustaceans from the sand below. Pekelmeer Flamingo Sanctuary, Bonaire

Williamstoren lighthouse, Bonaire’s first lighthouse, built in 1837. Located on the southern end of the island, this area is windy and wild, with the rough Caribbean Sea on one side and the salt flats on the other.

Spotted this pair of adorable wild Nubian donkeys in Lac Bay National Park. I was told these donkeys are protected on the island and there is even a donkey sanctuary that cares for sick, abandoned and older donkeys.

On the southern tip of Bonaire is the Pekelmeer Flamingo Sanctuary, a crucial breeding ground for Caribbean flamingos. It is one of only four such places globally, known for its vast, pink-hued salt pans where thousands of flamingos feed on algae and crustaceans. Just incredible!

It is so nice to see flowers. Kralendijk, Bonaire

Lac Cai Beach Bonaire is surrounded by mangrove forests and singing birds, and is nothing short of a beautiful paradise. Calm, inviting turquoise waters and soft, sandy beaches stretch out for miles providing a peaceful tranquility that can only be found far off the beaten path.

This brown pelican either found a good place for a nap or a unique spot to find lunch. Lac Bay, Bonaire

A very humid and warm 81°F arrival in Bonaire. I am hopeful and excited to see many of the colorful residents of this lovely island.

Good morning from somewhere in the Caribbean Sea.

Aye, there be pirates about.

This big green iguana climbing well up into this tree to get the tasty morsels. Playa Kenepa Grandi, Curaçao

I came to this part of the world to see these beautiful Caribbean Flamingos. My first glimpse at Flamingo Salt Lake of Seru Largu National Park, Curaçao.

Basking in the beautiful turquoise waters of Knip Beach Lagoon, Curaçao.