Today was a beautiful day and it felt like Spring that officially starts on March 19. These scenes are from my walk around Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge in Portland Oregon....

Today I spent most of the day in Oaks Bottom. Here is a compilation video of some of my favorite photos and videos from today. It includes a belted king fisher, ruby crowned kinglet, racoons, Gadwall Ducks, Anna’s Humming birds, Spotted Towhee, and a Downy Woodpecker. Scenes From Oaks Bottom featuring Jonathan Swanson’s recording of Bach’s Bist du bei mir...

The Artic Blast has been very difficult for both people and wildlife here in Portland Oregon. Temperatures have reached record lows and the city of Portland has declared a state of emergency. Close to 100 warming stations have been established and volunteers are needed for these shelters. Today was a break from the wind and blizzard conditions. The sun came out and allowed people to go out and explore. I decided to explore Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. The temperature state below freezing most of the

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In the Winter, there is a wide variety of wildlife that takes refuge in Oaks Bottom wildlife refuge. Here is a video showing some of the thriving wildlife....