Monthly Archives: June 2013

Birding by lawn chair…

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Pacific Coast Peregrine Watch

This is an alternative guide to birdwatching for those of you in your golden years or the infirm or maybe you’re just lazy or just don’t like to walk. With a few tips you can enjoy birding as much as … Continue reading →

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Leave the fog behind…

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Pacific Coast Peregrine Watch

When summer comes to Morro Bay,  you can be sure there will be days of fog along the coast. A mile inland it can be sunny and 80°F, but the warm air rising brings in the marine layer along the … Continue reading →

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The lighter side…

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Pacific Coast Peregrine Watch

At this time of year with all the young falcons taking to the skies, it’s a good time to show you the other side of beauty, power and speed. I’m talking about all the goofy things you never see or … Continue reading →

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Breakfast on the bluff…

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Pacific Coast Peregrine Watch

The demands of a growing family of chicks, or should I say juvenile peregrine falcons, can be intense. Remember when you first heard the cry of your or your friend’s baby. It pulls at your heart. Now think of the … Continue reading →

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Photographer’s nightmare

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Pacific Coast Peregrine Watch

Trying to keep abreast of what is going on at Morro Rock can be a job in itself, although at times, it can be fun. A trip to the south side this morning turned out to be more confusing than … Continue reading →

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Surprise…

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Pacific Coast Peregrine Watch

“Why is Cleve not out here at the rock?” “Did you call him?” “No.” “He’s been gone for two days, so…. “ 12PM: Cleve Nash shows up at the rock. “Where have you been? Everybody has been worried about you.” … Continue reading →

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Chicks rule…

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Pacific Coast Peregrine Watch

With young on the wing, every day for the next month, it will be like a three ring circus with performances every hour or so. Arriving at Morro Rock, a little after 7AM, and before setting up, I immediately hear … Continue reading →

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