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Marble Hill
Relay for Life
(05/22/13)
Residents from the Regency House of Marble Hill, a residential apartment building for individuals with disabilities, participated in the Relay for Life on April 20th. "The Regency Gang" raised over $2,200 for the American Cancer Society. 
Men charged in connection with Bollinger Co. shooting appear in court
(04/12/13)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- The father and son charged in connection with the March shooting of a Bollinger County woman appeared in court Wednesday for their arraignments. According to Bollinger County Prosecuting Attorney Stephen Gray, Robert Edward Morgan, 58, appeared before Circuit Judge Scott Thomsen without legal counsel and had his case continued to Wednesday so he could obtain representation. ... 
Marble Hill Guardsman wins state combatives title
(01/25/13)
JEFFERSON CITY Mo. -- Soldiers from the 1-138th Infantry Regiment won five of the seven weight classes Saturday at the third Missouri National Guard Combatives Tournament at Jason Gym on the Lincoln University campus. The tournament also had three repeat winners led by Spcs. Miles McDonald and Dalton Tombs, who won the flyweight (111-125 pounds) and welterweight (141-155) titles, respectively, as neither have ever suffered a loss in the event... 
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony Photos
(12/06/12)
Byron Saputo receives his plaque with Missouri dinosaur cast from Eva Dunn, museum director. This photo courtesy of Linda Redeffer-Banner Press. 
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony Photos
(12/06/12)
Guy Darrough speaks to the students. Everyone is anxious to know who submitted the winning name and what that name is! This photo courtesy of Linda Redeffer-Banner Press. 
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony Photos
(12/06/12)
Museum Curator Guy Darrough with Eva Dunn, museum director, in background. Guy Darrough is speaking to the students at the ceremony. 
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony Photos
(12/06/12)
The second floor main exhibit room was packed with students from Leopold, Zalma, and Woodland for the naming ceremony. 
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony Photos
(12/06/12)
Museum Curator Guy Darrough talks to the students gathered at the naming ceremony about the importance of the Missouri dinosaur. 
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony
(12/06/12)
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony finalists. All received an award certificate for participating and sending in names that made it to the finals. 
Dinosaur Naming Ceremony
(12/06/12)
On Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012 the Bollinger County Museum of Natural History held a Naming Ceremony to bestow a personal name on our Missouri dinosaur. For years our Missouri State Dinosaur (Hypsibema missouriense), a large duckbill hadrosaur, has been known to scientists by its scientific name, Hypsibema missouriense; most of the time the public simply called it "The Missouri Dinosaur". ...
Tickets Still Available For Pops Concert
(11/23/12)
Tickets are still available for the Heartland Pops 2012 Christmas Show to be held Sun. Dec. 2 at 3:00P.M. at the Jackson H.S. Auditorium. In addition to the 18-voice chorus and 19-piece band, the Pops will also be joined by the Leopold School Women's Choir and the Immaculate Conception Church Choristers. ... 
Nice 8 point
(11/14/12)
This is my husbands nice 8 he got this year, makes his second buck this year, shot his first one bow season and that was a 9 pointer, he has done awesome!!! 
Leopold Choir to Sing With Pops
(11/12/12)
The Leopold Women's Choir, under the direction of Pam Dumey, will be appearing in the Heartland Pops 2012 Christmas Show at the Jackson H.S.auditorium on Sun. Dec.2 at 3:00P.M. In addition, the Immaculate Conception Choristers will be making their third appearance with the Pops. ... 
Mr. Greenthumb
(11/08/12)
Wyatt, Morgan, and Adyson Lincoln of Bollinger County show off some huge turnips grown in their garden. These three turnips totaled 23.57 pounds
Sponsors needed for abandoned kittens
(11/05/12)
Sponsors needed for abandoned kittens By LINDA REDEFFER Banner Press While dumping unwanted animals out in the country is one of the most inhumane things anyone can do, it's probably the good fortune of 11 kittens and three mother cats that they were dumped where they were... 
Heartland Pops Announces Christmas Concert
(10/18/12)
The Heartland Pops 2012 Christmas Show will be held on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012 at 3:00P.M. in the Jackson H.S. Auditorium. In addition to the 18-voice Pops Chorus and the 20-piece band, the show will also feature the Leopold Concert Choir under the direction of Pam Dumey, and the Immaculate Conception Church Choristers, who are making their third appearance with the Pops. ...
Heartland Pops Open To New Voices For Concert
(09/11/12)
The Heartland Pops is inviting new voices to join them for their 2012 Christmas Show on Sunday, Dec. 2 at 3:00P.M. at the Jackson H.S. auditorium. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at 7:30P.M. in the multi-purpose room at Immaculate Conception School in Jackson. All voice parts are welcome but they especially need tenors and first sopranos. For more information, call Jerry Ganiel at 579-6127 or visit their website at heartlandpops.com... 
Kennedy addresses heritage dinner
(04/29/12)
Best selling author Donnie Kennedy (The South was Right) was the keynote speaker at the 2012 Colonel John T. Coffee Camp , Sons of Confederate Veterans Heritage Dinner, held on April 21, 2012, in the historic community of Osceola, Missouri. Mr. Kennedy spoke to a crowd of 120 paid attendees who frequently interrupted him with applause and standing ovations...
New Marble Hill officials face serious sewer, water issues
(04/12/12)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- New city officials in Marble Hill are faced with some major problems starting immediately when they embark on their terms. The new board of aldermen faces rising water, sewer and trash collection rates to keep up with the costs of maintaining the city's water and sewer system. ... 
Marble Hill election residency issue ‘not terribly clear-cut'
(03/29/12)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- The election for city officials in Marble Hill looked at first to be a shoo-in. One candidate had filed for each of the three open offices: mayor and one seat in each aldermanic ward. Then businessman Loyd Ivey entered the race for mayor as a write-in candidate, stirring up speculation that he cannot legally run because he doesn't live full-time in Marble Hill. ... 
Immaculate Conception Presents Spring Concert
(03/26/12)
The Immaculate Conception Church Music Ministry will present their annual spring concert on Sunday afternoon, April 22 at 2:15 in the church on Hope Street in Jackson. Featured will be the Adult Choir, Bells of Joy Ringers, Choristers and Musicians. In addition to singing, the Choristers will also be doing some ethnic folk dancing. There is no admission charge and refreshments will be served afterwards in the Fellowship Hall...
Deputy who shot, killed dog last year sues sheriff's department
(03/25/12)
A Bollinger County sheriff's deputy who resigned after shooting and killing a Chihuahua last year is now suing the sheriff's department for employment discrimination, retaliation and Sunshine Law violations after being charged with animal abuse. In court documents filed Friday, Kelley Barks, 36, of Marble Hill, maintains she put the dog down after it attacked her only because she was instructed to do so by the Bollinger County veterinarian while responding to a domestic dispute... 
Aiden Lee Wallman
(03/05/12)
Aiden Lee Wallman the son of Cassie Wallman of Marble Hill, MO was born Feburary 16th, 2012 at 11:10 pm. Aiden weigh 7 pounds 8 ounces and 20 inches long. Aidens Grandparents Tony and Sandy Wallman aslo of Marble Hill,MO along with Cassie family welcome Aiden Lee Wallman into the world... 
Rachel M. Bailey US Army
(02/06/12)
RACHEL M BAILEY -- US ARMY PV2 Rachel M. Bailey joined the US Army on the delayed entry program in January 2011. She left for basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina in October 2011 and graduated January 2012. Rachel is currently attending Advanced Individual Training in Ft. Lee, Virginia and will be stationed at Ft Hood, Texas when she completes her current training in March... 
Horses in Zalma Countryside
(10/14/11)
Two horses enjoy the fall scenery and pasture on a glorious afternoon in Zalma. 
Hot Peppers..........!
(10/14/11)
Hot peppers in a rainbow of colors line the table at Crooked Creek Ranch. Some of the hottest peppers in the world are growing right here!
Vandals Represent P.C. Double Standard
(10/12/11)
The Tuesady, October 11, 2011 Southeast Missourian at the following URL http://www.semissourian.com/story/1772540.html?response=no carried a story about Cape Girardeau's Confederate monument being vandalized. In it Scott House stated, "The war has been over for almost 150 years. People should get over their hate issues on whatever side they have. It's hard to tell why somebody would do something like that."... 
Tiger Stadium inauguration enhanced by generosity
(09/29/11)
The inauguration of Cape Central High School's new Tiger Stadium on September 2 wouldn't have been possible without the generosity and hard work of many benefactors and supporters, including Lloyd Ivy, CEO of MTX Audio, a leader in design, manufacturing and support of premier audio products for public address and background music systems. ...
Cat Ranch Round Up coming this weekend
(09/22/11)
Get ready for a weekend of fun and entertainment at the Cat Ranch Round Up! This annual event, held both Saturday and Sunday in Marble Hill, is bigger and better than ever this year, and includes something for everyone, from fine arts to rendezvous and lots of good food... 
Rural Bollinger County
(09/15/11)
A tractor parked in front of an old barn after a day's mowing framed by a panoramic hillside capture rural Bollinger County's essence. 
Local Girl Scouts Attend Day Camp
(07/25/11)
Fifty four Girl Scouts from Jackson, Cape Girardeau and Marble Hill joined together for a week long camp on July 11 at various locations in Cape County. Activities included fire building, outdoor cooking, and a camp out at Trail of Tears State Park, alternate sources of energy and recycling at Jackson Public Works, and Litz Park, crafts and old-fashioned fun at Old McKendree Chapel, and basic water rescue at SEMO's Aquatic Center. ... 
The End of the Rainbow
(05/26/11)
We were blessed with a spectacular rainbow after the severe storm blew through on Wednesday. Our german shepherd dog Gretchen enjoys the view at Crooked Creek Ranch in Bollinger County from atop our hill. 
Alien Invasion?
(05/20/11)
Like some alien invasion exoskeletons are appearing everywhere announcing the arrival of cicadas. 
Testing It's Wings
(05/20/11)
A baby Blue Jay rests on a barbed wire fence along our pasture ready to test it's wings for flight. 
Busy as a Bee
(05/13/11)
This bee collected nectar and pollen paying no attention to my camera lens as I watched him work this bush. 
Raindrops on Iris at Botanical Garden in St. Louis
(05/13/11)
Raindrops clinging to the irises increased their beauty in the garden. 
St. Louis Botanical Garden
(05/13/11)
Rainshowers on the day of my visit could not diminish the beauty of the Iris Garden in full bloom. 
Bollinger County Optimist Soccer
(05/13/11)
Bollinger County Soccer player Tara Belcher scores a goal during spring season play in Marble Hill. 
Barred Owl
(04/28/11)
A barred owl checks out the photographer around 7:30 a.m. on April 8 near Burfordville. 
First Turkey
(04/21/11)
Zachary Thurman, age 10 of Crystal City, MO with his first turkey. Shot April 9th in Bollinger County while hunting with his grandfather. Son of Don and Jennifer Thurman and grandson of Bob and Debbie Freund. Turkey weighed 22 1/2 lbs., had a 9 inch beard and 1 1/4 inch spurs... 
Pinecrest Azalea Gardens
(04/17/11)
Spectacular spring beauty at nearby Pinecrest Azalea Farm. http://www.pinecrestazaleagardens.com/index.html 
Flickerwood Youth Rodeo Finals
(04/13/11)
Rodeo fun at Flickerwood Arena on Sunday, April 10th, 2011. 
First Turkey
(04/12/11)
Kaylie got her first turkey April 9th, 2011 at 6:45 am, she is turning into quit the "Outdoors girl"! 
German Shepherds On Fallen Oak Tree
(04/08/11)
Three of our German Shepherd dogs strike a pose on a large fallen red oak tree. They enjoy scrambling up onto the large trunk. 
Flowers of Spring
(04/06/11)
I love when these blue bells bloom along the banks of the Crooked Creek. 
Purple Fields
(04/03/11)
A pretty scene outside of Gordonville. The fields are filled with purple "flowers" creating a visually beautiful effect. I had to stop and take a photo as I drove past. 
Cape County South Park
(03/29/11)
The flowering trees were in full bloom this week at Cape County South Park. A beautiful spot for lunchtime break. 
Burfordville Covered Bridge
(03/20/11)
The Covered Bridge at Burfordville is the oldest covered bridge in the state of Missouri of four existing. Such a beautiful sight and with in easy driving distance. 
County Road Bollinger County
(03/20/11)
An old homesite with a couple standing outbuildings are surrounded by daffodils in early springtime. 
"Super Moon"
(03/20/11)
The "Super Moon" had an interesting color as it came up from the horizon tonight. Striking color and sight. 
Culinary Arts Team at Career Center takes awards
(03/17/11)
The Culinary Arts Team at the Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center (CTC) finished fifth in the state's National Restaurant Association ProStart Culinary Competition held recently at East Central College in Union, Mo. Dennis "Doc" Cain, Culinary Arts Instructor at the CTC, posed with the team in the photo above. ... 
Rubbermaid Continues to Donate to Schools!!!
(02/28/11)
Rubbermaid donated a 5-gallon water jug to Woodland School. Here is Cindi Brown, Rubbermaid employee making the presentation to Elaine Lasher who is the Athletic Director for Woodland School. 
Love My Kong
(02/27/11)
German Shepherd Dog Sally Vom Germelhaus enjoys playing a game of fetch with her favorite toy ...Kong. 
Sign of Spring
(02/24/11)
Daffodils are starting to bloom on the south side of the house announcing spring will soon arrive. 
Sunrise
(02/24/11)
Another gorgeous sunrise in Bollinger County. You had to be up early to see this as the clouds quickly covered the sun this day. 
Odd Fellows Annual Pancake Day
(02/23/11)
The Lutesville I.O.O.F. Lodge #385 will hold its annual pancake day on Friday March 18 from 6:30 am - 9:30 am. We will be serving pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice. Last year a portion of the proceeds went to St. Jude's Childrens Hospital in Memphis, TN. ... 
Shelley Keeney Sponsors a Mobile Food Pantry
(02/18/11)
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Southeast Missouri Legislator Shelley Keeney Sponsors Mobile Food Pantry CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO- February 7, 2011 -- Acting on a challenge from State Senator Jason Crowell, Shelley Keeney, Representative for Marble Hill donated $600 to sponsor a Mobile Food Pantry on January 29, 2011 and helped 230 local families...
VIP Employees Help with Meals On Wheels
(02/15/11)
Helping members of their community is the main motivator for two VIP employees who help deliver meals to seniors in the Marble Hill area. "I enjoy the work and helping people out," said Steve Flath, one of several workshop employees who volunteers for the Meals On Wheels program. "Getting to know and talk to the people is very enjoyable."... 
Snow Puppies
(02/05/11)
German Shepherd Puppies enjoy frolicking in the fresh fallen snow at Crooked Creek Ranch. 
Saturday Paddleboat Ride
(01/31/11)
Springlike temperatures in the 60's on Saturday allowed friends, Tara and Savannah, to enjoy a paddleboat ride on the Crooked Creek. 
Wishing Well
(01/14/11)
The wishing well fountain across from the Cape Rock water treatment facility in Cape Girardeau. Taken 1/14/2011 
sunset at Duck Creek
(01/14/11)
This photo was taken on 1/14/2011 at Duck Creek conservation area at sunset. 
Sunset
(01/14/11)
Sunset through a Kentucky Coffee bean tree in Bollinger County....spectacular colors. 
Angus Cattle Covered with Frost on Frigid Morning
(01/13/11)
The angus cattle are covered with a layer of frost this morning as temperatures were in the single digits. 
Frigid Temperatures Greet Woodland Students Today
(01/13/11)
Woodland R-IV students had to bundle up this morning as temperatures dipped into the single digits. 
Senior Dogs Have Special Gifts to Share
(01/12/11)
German Shepherd Dog "Reno" has lived 12 long years as a faithful companion to his family. What a gift are the seniors. Treasure each day they are with us. 
McDonald's Donates to The Junior Acheivement
(01/11/11)
McDonald's of Marble Hill sponsored at Junior Acheivement Night in December where McDonald's donated 25% of all proceeds between 4-8pm to The Junior Acheivement Program for the Marble Hill area. Junior Acheivement provides FREE economic education to Woodland Schools. ... 
Bollinger County Museum of Natural History
(12/31/10)
We took a day over our holiday break to visit the Bollinger County Museum of Natural History! We had a great visit and the worker was very kind to my wild bunch! 
"T'was the Night Before Christmas......"
(12/26/10)
Big , fluffy, white snowflakes fell from the sky Christmas Eve creating a magical appearance. 
Sammy tries to Stow Away in the Picnic Basket
(12/26/10)
I'd carried some cookie making ingredients to a friend's house in this basket. When I was preparing to leave I noticed Sammy was making himself at home in the basket. 
Which Way is UP? Reflections on Crooked Creek
(12/15/10)
The still water reflected like a mirror the blue sky and trees along the shoreline of the Crooked Creek in Bollinger County. 
Woodland Honor Choir Performs at West Park Mall
(12/15/10)
Busy shoppers Saturday at the West Park Mall in Cape Girardeau enjoyed a performance by Woodland's Honor Choir under the direction of Melissa Cooper. The children sang 7 Christmas songs and numerous soloists performed as well at Woodland's annual Mall concert... 
Sunrise in Bollinger Co. Bitterly Cold Morning
(12/15/10)
The sky lit up with colors on a bitterly cold morning in Bollinger County.
GIRL SCOUTS GIVE A GIFT, GET A BETTER ONE IN RETUR
(12/01/10)
When the Girl Scout Cadettes in Girl Scout Troop 50088 heard that there would be girls living in the new Habitat for Humanity home in Marble Hill, they knew they wanted to do something special for those girls. They saved $250 from troop fundraisers to support their service project idea. ... 
Rock Blufs above Crooked Creek
(11/27/10)
I've identified near the bottom of the photo the black snake we came upon while hiking recently. The cooler weather made for a very slow moving snake which was about 5 feet long. While looking for a hand grip on the bluff I was only a few feet away before I saw the snake... 
Black Snake on rocky bluff over Crooked Creek
(11/27/10)
While hiking around the rock bluffs above Crooked Creek recently we found a long black snake on the rock face. Fortunately black snakes are non venomous and we left each other alone. 
Late Afternoon Light
(11/22/10)
The late afternoon sunlight was causing weeds in the field to have a wonderful glow. My black german shepherd dog Gretchen walked into the scene completing the image with her dark silhouette. 
Sunrise in Bollinger County
(11/10/10)
If you were up early enough and looked outdoors you saw this beautiful sunrise this morning as well! Gorgeous! 
German Shepherds enjoying the fall weather
(10/24/10)
Our german shepherd dog Mena and one of her 5 week old puppies relax outside on a beautiful fall afternoon. 
Harvest Moon
(10/21/10)
Beautiful fall evening with the brilliant harvest moon illuminating the nighttime sky. 
Harvest Moon
(10/21/10)
Cool and Crisp clear October evening allows a gorgeous view of the Harvest Moon rising as the sun still shines and casts a glow on the distant hillside. 
Odd Fellows partner with Woodland Project Graduation
(10/20/10)
The Lutesville I.O.O.F. Lodge #385 has partnered with the Woodland Highscool Project Graduation to help raise money for Project Graduation through their "Haunted House". The Project Graduation Haunted House will be located at the Lutesville I.O.O.F. Lodge and will be open October 21,22, 29 and 30th... 
Bollinger County Pasture Fall 2010
(10/10/10)
The Maple trees seem to glow in the afternoon sunshine in the foreground while the hillside in the background shows it's many colors as well. 
Bollinger County Pasture Fall 2010
(10/10/10)
German Shepherd Nikita Galadriel of Crooked Creek rests in the pasture surrounded by the hillsides of Bollinger County ablaze in late afternoon sunshine. 
Lonesome Bull
(10/05/10)
A majestic bull that had been shunned by the herd. This taken in the Rockies. 
Black German Shepherd Puppy Reina bites water
(08/28/10)
My 7 month old black german shepherd puppy Reina is obsessed with water. Whenever she hears the hose turn on she comes running to have some biting fun. Great way to cool off for her as well.
Lutesville Motor Company and Local Community to Raise as much as $6,000 for Local Schools
(08/23/10)
Ford Motor Company and Lutesville Motor Company are partnering to help raise money in support of Woodland High School and Leopold High School as part of Ford's Drive One 4 UR School program. Community members will have the opportunity to raise up to $6,000 for Woodland Booster Club and the Leopold School District Foundation by test driving a Ford vehicle at Lutesville Motor Company on August 28th from 9am to 2pm... 
Kawishiwi Falls Minnesota
(08/14/10)
Breathtaking scenery at the Kawishiwi Falls outside of Ely, Minnesota. This flows between Bass and Fall Lake and is easily accessible by a short trail. 
International Wolf Center Ely, Minnesota
(08/13/10)
One of the Ambassador wolves of the International Wolf Center in Ely, Minnesota. The center is celebrating 25 years of education regarding wolves. I had the opportunity to visit recently and captured some shots of these amazing animals. 
Marble Hill's Toombs graduates basic
(07/28/10)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- Pvt. Dalton Toombs of Marble Hill, Mo., has graduated from basic and advanced individual training and is set to join the Missouri National Guard's 1140th Engineer Battalion's Headquarters Company. "Basic training was really challenging, and I'm ready to get to work serving my country and my state in the Guard," Toombs said. "I think I'm ready to do my part and become a quality Soldier."... 
Misty Morning in Bollinger County
(07/17/10)
Beautiful colors on a misty morning looking out to the pasture from the yard. 
Bollinger County Pasture
(07/17/10)
Peaceful pasture scene in Bollinger County on a very humid morning as the fog was lifting from the hillsides. 
A Rural Libranian's Thoughts on Bollinger County
(07/16/10)
The community I have called home for the past seven years has become a part of me just as I have merged within it. Marble Hill, located in Bollinger County Missouri, is now running through me. The town is where I am employed which allows me to shelter and feed my children. ... 
Great Grandma Margie Deck riding in the mule.
(05/15/10)
Great Grandma Margie Deck riding the mule with Kyla and Klete Beel her great grandchildren. A good time was had by all!
Marble Hill Youth Fast for Food this weekend
(05/13/10)
The EPIC youth group of the Marble Hill United Methodist Church will fast for 24 hours at their church on Highway 34 from noon May 15 to noon May 16. During the fast, they will be collecting non-perishable food items and monetary donations for the local food pantry. Please feel free to stop by with a contribution and to cheer them on. The youth are very excited about this project... 
Lutesville Odd Fellows Pancake Day
(04/26/10)
There will be an all day, all you can eat Pancake Day on Saturday May 8Th at the Lutesville I.O.O.F Lodge # 385 located at: 105 Second St. Marble Hill, MO. (behind Liley Monument company). Lodge members will be serving pancakes, HOME MADE sausage, juice and coffee. The price is $5 per plate (all you can eat) and children 5 and under eat free... 
Redbud and Bradford Pear in Bloom on Easter
(04/05/10)
Easter was a beautiful morning, bright blue sky and beautiful blooming trees. Gorgeous. 
Bollinger County Optimist Soccer Spring Season
(03/31/10)
The Bollinger County Optimist Soccer League spring season is in action. Pictured are Damian Lutes, Madison Cover, and Tyler Massa. 
Bollinger County Optimist Soccer Spring Season
(03/31/10)
The Spring season of Bollinger County Soccer is in action in Marble Hill. Pictured is Tara Belcher making her way downfield with Britni Zajicek defending. 
Full Moon on Crystal Clear Spring Night
(03/30/10)
A brilliant springtime full moon lit up the sky last night. 
No Bull
(03/24/10)
"El Toro" ,as he is affectionately known by our family, enjoys munching on some hay on a beautiful spring day. He won't have to eat old stuff for long with all the fresh green grass sprouting up. 
Happiness is a Fuzzy Warm Puppy , or two or three, or...
(03/16/10)
You can't help but have a smile on your face when you are cuddling some fuzzy german shepherd puppies. Daughter Tara enjoys some after school snuggle time with her four legged furry friends. 
Spring Has Sprung
(03/03/10)
Beautiful Daffodils in bloom on the sunny south side of the house beckon spring's arrival. 
Icicles Frozen flow over rock bluffs on Crooked Creek
(02/14/10)
The view from below shows the steepness of the rock bluffs along the Crooked Creek. Icicle formations clinging to the bluffs made for an interesting afternoon hike. 
The Groundhog was Wrong...Robins ....Sign of Spring
(02/07/10)
A flock of Robins has been hopping around this week at Crooked Creek Ranch. 
Cardinal in glass birdfeeder
(02/06/10)
This female cardinal was enjoying a snack of sunflower seeds in a crackly blue glass birdfeeder on our pondbank in the snow. 
Thanks for the snack, I'm outta here
(02/06/10)
This beautiful Junco enjoyed a late afternoon snack at my feeder, it was great to catch him in flight. What a beautiful object of nature. 
More Wildlife at Crooked Creek ...Coyotes
(02/05/10)
Two coyote packs reside in the surrounding hills. They are often heard howling and yipping each night which makes for an interesting chorus as my pack of german shepherds howls back to the coyotes. Rarely seen during daytime hours, this was an unusual sighting of a coyote pair in the cow pasture as they hunted mice, rabbits and small mammals in the field... |
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