Merck Walk
May 9th, 2008 by Jetta
Enjoyed an easy walk around Merck Forest and Farm Center in Rupert, VT this afternoon. More a stroll, than a hike - just an excuse to be outside. As I was leaving I first heard, then saw this beautiful bird. According to Peterson’s Guide to Birds it’s an American Redstart. Apparently it’s fairly common throughout North America, though this is the first one I’ve ever seen.
Moments later, further down the road, I saw a Peregrine Falcon that flew off before I could get a photo. Bummer.