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The powerful presence of the Grizzly in nature is irreplaceable with their unapologetic confidence that awakens feelings of awe and respect. Taken in the Canadian Rockies (from the safety of my vehicle).
Common Loon using the length of the lake as a runway to take flight. Aside from the sounds of their calls, that sound of the beating on the water before take off is one of the best sounds of the season. Amazing birds to watch.
Short Eared Owl used the convenience of the elevated area on a fence post and tore apart the prey while being able to still survey for any dangers (and to survey for more fresh meals).
Dreary cloudy (pre-rain) morning but got lucky the winds were calm for a reflection. Taken in Banff National Park-Canada
Most Sandhill Cranes in our region stopover during migration but every so often a few remain for the season. Got lucky and spotted one - hope it reunites with the flock to make the migration south when weather demands.
Wasn’t an ideal situation but dressed for the moody occasion and walked around the lake. A lot of rain and flooding in some areas late Spring/early Summer this year. Someday I’ll return to get better conditions - but the bright side was there wasn't crowds of people there that day!
Mount Edith Cavell | Alberta Canada
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I hiked 10^3 m to get just a tiny bit closer to a galaxy 10^21 m away. Worth the effort for these types of views.
2 row, 360 degree panorama.
The American Avocet with its elegant profile and striking colouration is one of the most beautiful shorebirds of spring. These birds are designed for life in the shallows where they spend their time foraging for aquatic invertebrates. Copyright © Kim Toews/All Rights Reserved.
The Common Nighthawk (Chordeiles minor) used to be a common find within most Canadian communities, but now it’s a threatened species. Annual breeding bird surveys show a population decline with numbers decreasing every year. Causes may include changes in land use and overuse of pesticides. Copyright © Kim Toews/All Rights Reserved.
A winter morning in Banff National Park provided a few moments of early sunrise glowing on Cascade Mountain.
My favourite time of day - when the sun kisses the mountain tops (known as alpenglow). Time well spent.
Be extra careful as you approach corners or blind spots when driving in the Rocky Mountains. Some wildlife are on the roads. Here a Hoary Marmot ventured out to lick the natural salt deposits on the asphalt. As a vehicle approached he high tailed it back to the safety of the ditch. My heart was in my throat thinking I might see something terrible happen to him, but all ended well on this day.
Male Spruce Grouse, with his cool red eye brows, peacing out before he wobbled away into the forest line. Taken in Alberta - Canada
Taken in Banff National Park in early morning. A light dash of snow and a small opening on the pond provided a winter scene to enjoy.
This male Red-Breasted Merganser sighting was a lifer for me and his head feather pattern looked a little like a punk rocker. There was still a bit of ice on the water so as he swam closer to the edge through an open area I was able to get a closer look. Next time I hope to see one in calm waters for a reflection (we always can find reasons to go back out and try again 😉).
The large, spiralled horns of a Bighorn Sheep Ram (Ovis canadensis) are very distinctive. This ram's horn exhibits damage from repeated clashes. Copyright © Kim Toews/All Rights Reserved.
On an evening where the Aurora danced, the moon also shone so bright that you could move around without needing any other light.
In between the rain the lake was calm and offered some reflection opportunities, & this interesting piece of driftwood made for a unique foreground object.
Vermillion Lake derived its name from the translation of "Onamuni", the Ojibway name, meaning the "Lake of the Sunset Glows". According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, Vermillion is a "vivid or bright red-orange pigment". Now you know. (photo taken of Rundle Mountain, Banff - Alberta, at...Vermillion Lakes)
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Saskatchewan is the central province of the Canadian Prairies. It is one of only two landlocked provinces in Canada, and its name comes from the Cree word kisiskāciwani-sīpiy, meaning "swift-flowing river."
Geography and Population: It is roughly trapezoidal in shape, bordering Alberta to the west and Manitoba to the east. The vast majority of its population is concentrated in the southern half. Its two major cities are Saskatoon (the largest) and Regina (the capital).
Main Economy ("Canada's Breadbasket"): The most significant economic activity is agriculture, earning it the nickname "Canada's breadbasket." It is a global leader in the production of wheat and canola.
Natural Resources: The province is extremely rich in mineral resources. It is the world's largest exporter of potash (used in fertilizers) and one of the largest suppliers of uranium globally.
Climate: It experiences a continental climate with very cold winters and warm summers, and is known for receiving the most hours of sunshine of any Canadian province.
Big Horned Sheep Ram arrives in the foothills of the mountains for fresh grass. Soon he will be challenging his mates for breeding rights in the Fall (and will be in higher elevations of the mountains). As many times as I have seen these Rams I always enjoy their presence. Have a safe and happy summer season!