Tuesday, April 24, 2012 North American Robin (Turdus migratorius) The Robin is a member of the thrush family. I saw plenty of them around throughout this past winter and it seems that they have not been wandering too far during recent years.

Sunday, April 22, 2012 Cherry Blossoms The Black Cherry trees are blossoming. Some much needed rain arrived this afternoon, the first precipitation we've had since March 16.

Saturday, April 21, 2012 Fly Time We are dealing with the nasty Mayflies that have appeared in April this year. Caspian is glad to wear his fly mask and retreats to his stall if the flies become too thick. The flies were mostly swarming today and haven't yet begun biting in earnest.