Life Goes On

And today... we hunt. (cue Mutual of Omaha's "Wild Kingdom" theme)

Our quarry? The very rare and incredibly elusive Spruce Grouse, or more aptly named Fools Hen. I was lucky enough to spot one today while surveying the wilds outside my lodge (looking out the kitchen window while washing dishes).

There she is, all elusive, clever and sneaky - let's learn about the special skills she has.

My assistant on todays Safari? The indispensable Buster

Let's go get Big Bird!

Skill #1: Hunker Down

I am cleverly disguised as a rock, a non snow covered rock.

Skill #2: Walk Away...Slowly

Hey, let's just ALL walk away OK?

Skill#3: Sit in a bush

I realize that I am only four feet from you, and at eye level - BUT I am brown and mottled like this leafless bush - therefore I am invisible.

And so ends today's nature show. No chickens were harmed in the making of this highly educational documentary - sorry Buster.

Hey, I was looking forward to take out for dinner, as in "you take her out, I'll have her for dinner".