Tag Archives: Loon Watch

The Week Before Hatching: My Loon Watch

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Tamra

In the final days before (what I’d calculated to be) hatching day, something felt a little different.  I was going out in my kayak at the same time. Sitting in the same spot. Staying in my kayak as I always … Continue reading →

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Weeks Two and Three: My Loon Watch

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Tamra

During the second and third weeks of monitoring the loons nesting period, I got into a routine.  I’d paddle out at  6am to see them, coasting the last fifty yards or so. Beaching my kayak for stability, yet staying in … Continue reading →

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My Adventure Begins – My Loon Watch

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Tamra

My story begins back in May. School was in session, the campground had opened and I was struggling to find time to write. But still, I managed to sneak out in the kayak a couple times to check on our … Continue reading →

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Watch the Loons Switch Places On The Nest

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Tamra

To get this video, I used my 500mm lens, extended all the way.  The day was calm and the kayak steady.  I also had been out to visit the loons almost every morning, at 6am,  over a three week period, … Continue reading →

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