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Taken at the Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, Butterfly Conservatory.
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... maybe my favourite peanuts too...
...this time, the next time, the time after that, every time...
...I will alert all my blue jay brethren about this bounty...
With thanks for these seeds...
...the blue jay clan :-)
For “Crazy Tuesday” theme of “Hobby”
A fun hobby is to feed and watch the birds! Either the feeders at home or bringing seeds to some of the local natural settings will do! I especially enjoy this in the winter, when it is cold and the birds are hungry. It feeds the birds. It helps to brighten the long winter days!
Have a Happy Crazy Tuesday! 😀
Wishing you good health...
Excerpt from niagaraparks.com:
On August 6, 1918, a dumping scow with two men aboard broke loose from its towing tug and became lodged in the rapids of the upper Niagara River. A unique artifact of Niagara Falls history, the wreckage has remained just above the brink of the falls for over a century.
Severe weather conditions on October 31, 2019 caused the scow to shift significantly from the spot it remained in for over 100 years. Remarkably, high winds forced the scow to turn its position and shift further toward the brink of the falls. The news of the scow’s momentous move made national and international headlines with media and public interest continuing days after. While still lodged in the powerful rapids of the upper Niagara River, the future of the legendary scow remains uncertain.
These Blue Morpho Butterflies are just as beautiful with their wings closed as with them open... hopefully tomorrow I'll post one of them so you can see what I'm talking about :)
The Butterfly Conservatory at Niagara Falls was amazing.. so many different species of butterflies just flitting past our heads in all directions... trying to get one in flight was near impossible though, so I was patient and waited for them to land. Unfortunately, as soon as they landed, most of them closed their wings again!!! aarrgghh
Anyway, it was a terrific experience, and as much as I enjoyed the waterfall, it's worthwhile if you're visiting the area, to do this too :) :)
Thank you for the views, comments and faves :)
Hope you all had a lovely weekend.. we had lots of wind and rain, and I have a feeling there's more to come, plus to add to it, I have a dentist appointment this morning... Don't you just love Mondays!!
Have a good one ;-)
Excerpt from niagaraparks.com:
Travel along the Niagara Parkway towards Niagara-on-the-Lake to visit the famous Floral Clock, located north of the Botanical Gardens. The intricate designs on the face of the Floral Clock are created with up to 16,000 carpet bedding plants and are changed twice each year. The planted face of the Floral Clock is maintained by Niagara Parks horticulture staff, while the mechanism inside is kept in working order by Ontario Power Generation. The tower at the back of the clock houses Westminster chimes that greet each quarter hour.
It is a busy time of year as the squirrels gather food for the upcoming winter.
Apparently this white squirrel is a rare colour variation of the Eastern Grey Squirrels, which are plentiful here. The albino squirrels will have red eyes and this one does not have this feature.
Excerpt from niagaraparks.com:
Nestled high atop the Niagara Escarpment, Queenston Heights Park combines leisure and history in one scenic location. At the entrance to this historic park, visitors are greeted by grand carpet bedding displays that surround both the Brock and Laura Secord Monuments. Facilities include two picnic pavilions, washrooms, a children’s splash pad, tennis courts, a band shell, snack bar, playground and seasonal fine dining at Queenston Heights Restaurant.
Went to Niagara Falls to shoot the falls, but the fog was too thick. Went to the butterfly conservatory instead. Couple more to follow.
on this beautiful, sunny morning...
on the grounds of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens...
this is part of the building of the School of Horticulture...
part of this building was originally an old farmstead, but it has been added to through the years by the Niagara Parks Commission which now manage and maintain this beautiful property...
From the niagaraparks.com website:
Botanical Gardens
Established in 1936, the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens presents visitors with 99 acres (40 hectares) of beautifully maintained gardens that include perennials, rhododendrons, azaleas, a formal parterre garden, herb and vegetable plantings, and our world-famous rose garden featuring over 2,400 roses. This section of the parkland is also the home to the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture, an institution that provides unique practical training to horticulture students on the grounds of the Botanical Gardens.
Excerpt from niagaraparks.com:
Niagara Parks, a global leader in horticulture since 1885, first opened two small wooden structures in 1894 for the purpose of growing seasonal plants for Queen Victoria Park. The first floral conservatory soon followed in 1897.
The Floral Showhouse you see today opened in November 1946, with the north and south houses added in 1951 and in June 1980, the front reception and gift shop opened featuring a large glass-enclosed ceiling allowing our horticulturalists to grow large palms and other tropical trees.
Today, the Floral Showhouse boasts several beautiful exhibits throughout the year with collections of orchids, ferns and tropical plants.
North + Centre Houses
The North and Centre houses host several unique floral exhibits throughout the year. Each display connects our horticultural expertise with the wonder of flowers and plants. Look for custom details that create a bit of whimsy for our guests!
Since their inception, these spaces within the Floral Showhouse have showcased an annual spring and fall display. Additional annual displays often celebrate holidays or give our plant experts the chance to connect with the local community and our international visitors with stories about Niagara Parks, the region, our partners, Ontario and Canada.
As many as 20,000 plants are grown annually for the Floral Showhouse and its conservatory spaces.
South House
Inside the South House, you’ll discover a myriad of stunning tropical plants. Explore palms, succulents and even some commonly known house plants.
What makes this space so special are the incredible orchids throughout the house. A symbol of elegance and perfection, they showcase blooms in a range of colour and sizes.
... in my own way...
... lessons from nature...
...aren’t we all?!...
This is a white squirrel, a rare colour variation of the eastern grey squirrel. If it were an albino squirrel it would have red eyes and this one doesn’t have this feature. This squirrel was very shy! I guess I cannot blame it. It definitely stands out. But perhaps if it comes out in the winter snow it will blend in! I will be watching this winter to see if it appears...
Niagara Falls, CANADÀ 2024.
The American Falls are the second-largest of the three waterfalls that collectively make up the famous Niagara Falls.
Location: They are situated entirely within the United States territory (in New York State), separated from the Horseshoe Falls (the largest, mostly in Canada) by Goat Island.
Features: They are approximately 290 meters (950 feet) wide. While an imposing fall, they only receive about 11% of the Niagara River's flow (the rest goes over the Horseshoe Falls).
The Experience: From the American side, visitors can get very close (within a few meters) to the brink of the American Falls, experiencing their power up-close (especially from attractions like the Cave of the Winds). The famous panoramic view, however, is best seen from the Canadian side, which faces all three falls.
Niagara Falls, CANADÀ 2024.
The Horseshoe Falls, also known as the Canadian Falls, are the largest of the three waterfalls that collectively form the famous Niagara Falls, situated on the border between Canada (Ontario) and the United States (New York). The vast majority, approximately 90% of the Niagara River's flow, cascades over this majestic fall, which gets its name from its distinctive curved, horseshoe shape (with a crest over 670 meters wide). Standing about 53 meters (174 feet) high, they boast the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America, creating an incredible sight and a constant mist. They are a major tourist attraction and a significant source of hydroelectric power.
A nice surprise for this weeks topic of reflection, with the feather tip forming a bird beak and the fluffy feathers the birds head. I can even see its eyes. A suitable reflection for this area full of many small birds and geese and ducks...
But move away from beside the road...
The more I look at this image, it appears that the wooden post with the ‘eyes and face’, perhaps politely told this squirrel to move away from beside the road... LOL! The white squirrel ran away with its snack shortly after... :-))
A rare sighting of a white squirrel which I have seen in this same area, earlier in the spring. Apparently a rare colour variation of the Eastern Grey Squirrels, which are plentiful here. The albino squirrels will have red eyes and this one does not have this feature.
Went to Niagara Falls to shoot the falls, but the fog was too thick. Went to the butterfly conservatory instead. Couple more to follow....
In the short water channel connecting Dufferin Islands with the upper Niagara River upstream from the falls
Niagara Falls, CANADÀ 2024.
The Niagara River is a short but vital waterway in North America, famously known for being home to Niagara Falls.
Connection and Flow: The river flows North for about 58 kilometers (36 miles). It acts as the drainage channel for the four upper Great Lakes (Superior, Michigan, Huron, and Erie), connecting Lake Erie to Lake Ontario.
Border: It forms part of the international border between the Province of Ontario (Canada) on the West and New York State (USA) on the East.
Drop and Power: Over its short course, the river descends a total of 99 meters (325 feet). The majority of this drop occurs at Niagara Falls, making it a massive source of hydroelectric power for both countries, with a significant portion of its flow diverted for this purpose.
Geology: The river was formed at the end of the last Ice Age, about 12,000 years ago, and the falls' continuous erosion has carved out the deep Niagara Gorge downstream.
Red-Winged Blackbird Babies
Watching and waiting together
And if you look at the branch they are perched on, it seems to have eyes as well... if you look close...
Niagara Falls, CANADÀ 2024.
The Horseshoe Falls (also known as the Canadian Falls) are the largest and most powerful of the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls.
Location and Sovereignty: Approximately 90% of this massive cataract is located in Canada (Ontario), with only a small section near the border touching the US. This is why they are often simply called the Canadian Falls.
Size and Power: They are named "Horseshoe" due to their characteristic crescent or horseshoe shape.They boast an impressive width of about 670 meters (2,200 feet).They have an average height of 57 meters (188 feet).They receive about 90% of the Niagara River's flow, making them the waterfall with the highest flow rate in North America. During peak tourism hours, more than 600,000 US gallons (or 2.27 million liters) of water cascade over the edge every second!
Experience: The Canadian side offers the best panoramic views of all three falls. Classic attractions like the Journey Behind the Falls allow visitors to descend and experience the thunderous force from behind the water curtain.
Excerpt from niagaraparks.com:
Established in 1936, the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens presents visitors with 99 acres (40 hectares) of beautifully maintained gardens that include perennials, rhododendrons, azaleas, a formal parterre garden, herb and vegetable plantings, and our world-famous rose garden featuring over 2,400 roses. This section of the parkland is also the home to the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture, an institution that provides unique practical training to horticulture students on the grounds of the Botanical Gardens.
Grackle getting a drink in the short water channel that runs between Dufferin Islands and the upper Niagara River
Come and sit for awhile, outside in nature
On a bench made with branches, in a gazebo made of logs
#FlickrFriday #rustic
Excerpt from niagaraparks.com:
Step inside one of the largest glass-enclosed butterfly conservatories in North America, and explore a tropical garden oasis at the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory. Admire the beauty of over 2,000 vibrantly coloured butterflies fluttering freely around you as you explore 180 metres of winding pathways adorned with lush vegetation and trickling waterfalls. Your self-guided walking tour begins with a short, informative video presentation.
Excerpt from www.niagaraparks.com/visit/heritage/mackenzie-printery/:
This historic landmark is where William Lyon Mackenzie began his political career with his newspaper, the Colonial Advocate, dedicated to political and social reform. Launched in 1824, the paper became very popular and was printed bi-weekly for its 250 subscribers. By 1836, Mackenzie stopped printing his newspaper to organize the Upper Canada Rebellion of 1837.
He planted five honey locust trees to commemorate the fight to bring responsible government to Upper Canada. Two of these trees still stand today at the front of this restored Georgian home.
Rarest in the Mackenzie Printery’s collection is the Louis Roy Press. It is the oldest wooden press in Canada and one of seven wooden presses remaining in the world! The press was used to print Ontario’s first newspaper “The Upper Canada Gazette, or American Oracle,” and it printed some of Canada’s earliest laws, including the Act Against Slavery in 1793.
All of the equipment on display inside the museum is still fully operational. Trained staff and volunteers preserve the art of letterpress history by utilizing the preserved presses, creating prints that are for sale in the museum’s gift shop. Visitors to the museum can learn how to hand-set moveable type and operate two heritage printing presses!
Excerpt from www.niagaraparks.com/magnolia:
You will discover our stunning Magnolia Allée just outside the Floral Showhouse, along the Niagara River Parkway. A popular spot for tourists to capture early signs of spring, the allée features more than 50 Saucer Magnolias. The magnolia is best known for its flowers. The picture-perfect, tulip-shaped blossoms can be seen in hues of pink and white.
Excerpt from www.niagaraparks.com/magnolia:
You will discover our stunning Magnolia Allée just outside the Floral Showhouse, along the Niagara River Parkway. A popular spot for tourists to capture early signs of spring, the allée features more than 50 Saucer Magnolias. The magnolia is best known for its flowers. The picture-perfect, tulip-shaped blossoms can be seen in hues of pink and white.
Excerpt from www.niagaraparks.com/magnolia:
You will discover our stunning Magnolia Allée just outside the Floral Showhouse, along the Niagara River Parkway. A popular spot for tourists to capture early signs of spring, the allée features more than 50 Saucer Magnolias. The magnolia is best known for its flowers. The picture-perfect, tulip-shaped blossoms can be seen in hues of pink and white.
Excerpt from niagaraparks.com:
Located on the grounds of the renowned Botanical Gardens, the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture was established in 1936 in response to a growing need for skilled gardeners to tend to Niagara Parks’ expanding parkland along the Niagara River Parkway. Initially called the Training School for Apprentice Gardeners, the school was renamed the Niagara Parks Commission School of Horticulture in 1959, and finally became the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture in 1990.
Our school’s early training fundamentals were designed by Swedish landscape architect Knut Mattias Broman, and based on the longstanding gardener apprenticeship program offered at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, England. Broman was also the first superintendent of the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture.
Niagara Falls, CANADÀ 2024.
The American Falls are the second largest of the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls. Unlike the Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls are located entirely within the United States (New York), separated from the larger Canadian side by Goat Island. They receive approximately 10% of the Niagara River's flow. With a width of about 290 meters (950 feet), their drop height varies due to a large pile of rocks (talus) at their base. While they are on the U.S. side, the Canadian side (Ontario) offers one of the best panoramic head-on views of the American Falls. Notably, in 1969, the flow was temporarily diverted to allow for an erosion study of the rock face.