Tag Archives: georgia outdoors

Sneak-a-Snack

Posted on June 15, 2019 by kathydoremus

I was outside filling the feeders with my two Lab assistants when “my” Red-headed Woodpecker dropped in for a visit. First he looked for peanuts in the Dogwood nook, since it was a safe distance from the dogs, but found … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged backyard birds, beauty, bird photography, georgia outdoors, photography, red-headed woodpecker, woodpecker, writing | 4 Comments

An After Shower Bath

Posted on March 3, 2019 by kathydoremus

After one of our (many) recent rain showers, I saw this slightly disheveled Mockingbird perched on the side of the front yard birdbath. Evidently, he had already sampled the water and found it satisfactory because he opted to hop back … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds, Bathing Beauties | Tagged bird photography, bird watching, creativity, georgia outdoors, hobbies, mockingbird, nature, photography, writing | 19 Comments

Good Things Come…

Posted on August 27, 2017 by kathydoremus

When I first walked out into the front yard with my camera this afternoon there was very little activity – but the sun was shining and my soul was in need of a little photo-therapy, so I decided to wait … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged bird watching, flowers, georgia outdoors, hobbies, hummingbirds, nature, photography, Ruby-throated Hummingbird | 28 Comments

The Bright Spot of Any Day

Posted on May 29, 2017 by kathydoremus

This handsome fellow with the gleaming red head is enough to brighten any day! I’m so glad he has continued to make my backyard a regular place to visit.

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged beauty, bird watching, birds, georgia outdoors, hobbies, nature, photography, red-headed woodpecker, woodpeckers | 12 Comments

Wetter Feather Weather

Posted on February 10, 2017 by kathydoremus

I didn’t intend the title to be a tongue twister…but go ahead…say it three times fast! This week held several bouts of rain, which put a bit of a damper on getting out with the camera; but eventually you just … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged beauty, birds, georgia outdoors, hobbies. rainy days, nature, photography, writing | 5 Comments

The Trail Less Taken (Adventures with Earl)

Posted on January 16, 2017 by kathydoremus

This morning, hubby and I hopped into Earl and headed off to explore one of the less traveled trails along the Chattahoochee River. It is not as popular as most of the others in the trail system, but in my … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventures With Earl | Tagged adventure, chattahoochee river, ducks, exploring, georgia outdoors, hiking, nature photography, photography, trails | 12 Comments

Time For Dinner!

Posted on December 15, 2016 by kathydoremus

I remember when I was a kid, long before the days of cell phones, we would play outside in the neighborhood after school, or all day long during the summer months. Whether the game was freeze tag, kick-ball, or kick-the-can, … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged beauty, bird watching, birds, blue jays, childhood, georgia outdoors, hobbies, photography, writing | 12 Comments

Layover in Atlanta

Posted on May 5, 2016 by kathydoremus

Some birds are year round residents in my backyard, others are seasonal guests, and a few simply stop in for a brief layover during their cross country flights. One of my favorite birds that only lands in Atlanta for a couple … Continue reading →

Posted in Backyard Birds | Tagged backyard bird feeding, beauty, birds, georgia outdoors, grosbeak, hobbies, nature, photography, writing | 24 Comments

Shhh…Don’t Tell The Thrasher

Posted on April 19, 2016 by kathydoremus

Don’t tell my backyard Brown Thrasher, but others are starting to sneak turns in his birdbath! Like this lovely female Bluebird who showed up yesterday for a bit of a splash. At one point, I’m pretty sure I heard her exclaim, “Look … Continue reading →

Posted in Bathing Beauties | Tagged bird watching, birds, Bluebird, georgia outdoors, hobbies, nature, photography | 20 Comments

Great Blue Heron

Posted on January 21, 2015 by kathydoremus

Saw this Great Blue Heron at Berry College yesterday and felt like sharing his picture. They are a fun bird to photograph (especially for beginners like myself) because they are both statue-like and statuesque!