This morning is gray with a light rain and a strong northeast wind. Not one of our finest May days to be sure. But there are signs that spring is progressing as usual everywhere that you look. The Canada Mayflowers are in bloom in the woods as are the trilliums. Hummingbirds returned to our feeder over the weekend and I am sure have started a nest somewhere close by.
Each spring I write as different species of birds have arrived back from their winter vacations. A few hawks first, then the turkey vultures. Ducks and geese follow the retreating ice and woodcock arrive soon after. The bluebirds have arrived and we are waiting for the last and most colorful wave the warblers.
Yes it is wet and dreary today but preparation for spring fishing trips is moving ahead. The cover is now off of the 20 foot Lund Alaskan and the annual spring washing started. Fitting out with safety equipment and charging the batteries tomorrow.
