West Hartford Reservoir (2/8)

On Sunday Shannon and went to West Hartford Reservoir for a hike. The weather was great with temperatures in the low 50's. So, everyone who had been cooped up for the winter was out enjoying the pre-spring weather.

Hiking was a bit tough through the mushy snow. We walked abut a mile or so until we got to a small portion of open water. There were a couple hundred ducks and geese taking advantage of this area. The vast majority were Canada Geese, Black Ducks, Mallards, and various gull species. But we did spot two Ring-necked Ducks and two Pintail. They were nice finds this time of year.

On the way home I spotted the first Turkey Vulture of the year. Spring is coming.