Introduction Despite having the word “common” in its name, the Common Redpoll is actually a very uncommon bird to spot along the Washington Coast.
Wood Ducks
Introduction Earlier this fall, I was playing tourist in Olympia, and visited the McLane Creek Nature Trail in the Capitol State Forest. It is a
The Black-Capped Chickadee
Introduction The Black-capped Chickadee is a popular, attractive, and widespread bird that is adored by many people for its physical characteristics
The Lesser Scaup
Introduction In a recent post, we introduced you to the Greater Scaup, which is one of the many bird species you can find here in our little piece of
The Greater Scaup
Introduction A couple of weeks ago, a family member observed that they have been seeing more geese here in Ocean Shores, and, as a result, winter
Hummingbird Spotlight: The Rufous Hummingbird
Introduction In late spring, my family and I discovered that a Hummingbird had made a nest in one of the trees in our yard. This set off what turned
Hummingbird Spotlight: Anna’s Hummingbird
Introduction Several weeks ago, my family and I discovered that a Hummingbird had made a nest in one of the trees in our yard. We immediately began
Which Hummingbird Species Built a Nest in our Yard?
Introduction A few weeks ago, my family and I discovered that a Hummingbird has made a nest in one of the trees in our yard here in Ocean Shores. We
All About Petrified Wood
Petrified wood is one of the many wonderful treasures that you can find on the beaches here in Ocean Shores and in many other places worldwide. It is