January 15, 2023: A Nice Surprise!
It’s been a while since I’ve been out checking on the wintering birds. We have a Great Blue Heron frequenting the Number #9 pond, and a Red-Tailed Hawk often visits the community garden area. Many of you have seen the hawk and have had occasion to snap a photo like the one here.
However, one of the best additions to the Native Plant Garden was put in
place on Thursday. Thanks to the hard work of HM Residents Sam and Barb Crispin, we now have two substantial picnic tables located in the Garden Area.
I hope many of you will take a walk to the end of the garden area and join with friends and family to enjoy a nice lunch, or just make use of a wonderful place to gather.
Sam plans to cut holes in the tops so that umbrellas can provide shade in the summer. We will be able to have speakers and activities there as well as welcome visitors to stop and stay awhile. There is a suggestion to add signage that says “pack it in/pack it out” so folks understand that there is no trash can and they must keep the area tidy.
Happy New Year to All and Happy Birding!
Jado Foot