This is the time of year when many open fields in the area are hayed — the grass is cut and gathered into bales for feed. The process exposes little animals like voles and field mice and means lunch for the likes of eagles. If you’re near fields that are being hayed you can often find eagles on the wing or nearby as they take advantage of easier pickings.
Until I moved to Sequim I’d seen about three bald eagles in my life, all at great distance. It’s frankly awesome to see them regularly, and so close. This one was about 20 feet away at the Dungeness Recreation Area, next to a newly hayed field. And, naturally, it was on a day I didn’t have a telephoto lens. Tomorrow I’ll post another eagle shot.
Kay, I love your descriptions of the images you take. They bring your photos alive for me. Thanks!
The first time I saw a bald eagle up close was one Christmas Eve when I checked in to the Oceanside Resort at La Push. I had just put my bags down and walked out on the deck to see a collection of ravens in the “back yard”. (I am very fond of all corvids, but especially ravens.) An eagle swooped past the cottage on its way to the beach. It flew past me at about 10 feet from where I stood. It was a magical moment I will never forget.
Speaking of the Oceanside Resort, can anyone recommend a great place to stay in Sequim for about a week in very late December? Preferably, it would have a kitchenette and have nice views of either the mountains or the Strait. I have looked at all the lodging that is listed online, but a recommendation is always appreciated.
Aren’t you so happy that the Bald Eagle population has again grown and filled the skies over Puget Sound… I am!!! Nice clear shot….
Telephoto or not…great shot.
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