August 11, 2026
Remembering a Great Writer
This month marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of J.A. Baker, the British author who wrote “The Peregrine,” the…
Before the Celery Farm turns into Warbler Ville for the next few weeks, I’d just like to put in a good word for the tree swallows.
They are back in full force, putting on great aerial displays and being kind enough to perch a few feet from the Warden’s Watch.
More info on them here.
In case you hadn’t guessed, my friend Jerry Barrack took the photo above. I took the typical tree swallow shot below.