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Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge — Friday, Dec. 8, 2023

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area

After meandering the Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls, we had 90 minutes before dark to meander Nisqually NWR. We started on the Twin Barns Loop and met a voulnteer who told us there was a barred owl near the Nisqually River Overlook. When we arrived in the area, the owl flew away, but Bob saw it again a few minutes later. We saw a few mallards and many widgeons, but no other birds.

Barred Owl
Male widgeon
Female widgeon
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Eekhoorn 1 on Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

You two remain an inspiration to me! Thank you for the reminder that this area has a lot to offer. I am now putting it on my winter walk list.

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Eekhoorn 1 on Dec 13, 2023 09:40 PM

Bob and Barb on Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Thank you for your kind words! At 84 and 86 we are thankful we can still meander and enjoy the beauty of our area.

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Bob and Barb on Dec 13, 2023 10:54 PM