Time For Bed

Time For Bed, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

As I can't get out until later, I thought I would post a couple of shots from the last couple of encounters.
I was surprised by how relaxed this young lady was with me, as the Sun went down. Being up close to any wild animal is special, but when they seem to be as happy with your presence as you are with there's it gets even better.

Here We Go Again

Here We Go Again, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

As I can't get out until later, I thought I would post a couple of shots from the last couple of encounters.
This is the Fox that I was trying to get closer too when I was surprised by a Roe Deer.

Superior Tracking Skills? Yeah, right!

Superior Tracking Skills? Yeah, right!, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

So, there I was, slowly creeping towards a Fox and at one with nature. The only noise was the gentle sigh of grass giving way as inched forwards. I was aware of everything, every single sound. Every sound that is except the fully grown female Roe Deer that must have been stood only about twenty feet away. I think I need more practice, nearly had a heart attack!

Jackdaw Flypast

Jackdaw Flypast, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

I didn't realise that the, usually sleek and stylish, Jackdaw has a double chin when he is flying!

The Team

The Team, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

Well, it's official. Sika is now a fully paid up member of the family. We found her 35 days ago and luckily for us no one has claimed her. Today, we had her micro-chipped and checked out by the vet. She is gaining weight nicely and has really settled in.
The training is going well but although she is a real cutie, she is also as mad as cheese!

Careful Landing

Careful Landing, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

There is, once again, a pair of Kestrels nesting on the cliffs at Durlston. This gives great views of the adults, and the promise of some even better views of the youngsters. This morning, the male decided to show off his skills and it seemed only polite to watch for a while.

Beach Hut Blues

Beach Hut Blues, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

Looking more than a little annoyed, a Kestrel makes use of a newly deserted Studland beach hut. After a weekend of crowds, we all need a little piece and quiet.