My
Leica 10x25BL compact binocular was put to good use this
weekend. I picked up my first Lincoln's and Fox Sparrows for the year, as well as a Hermit Thrush in the Forest Preserve. At my neighborhood lake, added some more Ruddy Ducks and the Martin house along the bike path is now open for business with Purple Martins everywhere! Also spotted several Cooper's hawks up high, working the air currents, instead of the usual down and low dodging through the trees. All in all, a fine weekend for
birding and my
binoculars, despite the cold weather and stiff winds northeast winds of Lake Michigan to keep things chilly. With the weather slated to warm up, later in the week, the
birding will only get better. Did I mention how much I enjoy spring!