Monday, 3 February 2014

Burnsall to Grassington and Back

We managed a trip out today to Burnsall.
While travelling on the Skipton bypass a Kingfisher flew across within 20 ft of the car. On the Grassington Road a Common Buzzard was on display.

We walked alongside the River Wharf from Burnsall to Grassington and back. A very cold wind was blowing but at least it was dry, if dull. There were Mallards for company all the way to Grassington. We also spotted Wren, Robin, C60 Jackdaw, L.T. Tit, Blue Tit, Great Tit, Dipper 2, Goosander M/F, Greenfinch, Goldfinch, Starling, Oystercatcher 4, Pheasant, Mistle Thrush, House Sparrow, Blackbird.
On return from Grassington a Starling decided to use my coat as a toilet! My mum used to say this was a sign of good luck.I am not so sure.



Wharf flowing at full tilt.

Starling making a get away.




Farmers cryptic clue for stent?









3 comments:

  1. A good day out in a lovely area. Good to get Oyks.

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  2. I reckon we could be getting Oystercatcher reports in our area in another two weeks.

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  3. What the chances of Soil HilI having some Oystercatchers to visit?

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