Thursday, July 30, 2015

Obsevation Deck

 On the viewing platform and looking easterly over the Cranberry Marsh, Whitby

The marsh is still fairly quiet - the July DULLdrums. A few Great Blue Herons and Great Egrets have arrived for summer fishing but many birds are still at their breeding grounds way far north.

 Looking southeasterly

The water is high this year. We've had quite a lot of rain, although nowhere near as much as we had in June.

Looking southerly on a beautiful July afternoon

The boats are on Lake Ontario just beyond the marsh.

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43 comments:

  1. AndyJuly 30, 2015 at 5:03 AM

    There use to be a sign at the marsh describing it as Canada's Amazon. You might have knowledge of this, but next time you there go west on Victoria St. to Halls Rd. and go south. You will find trails on the east side of the road that have a very short walk to viewing platforms. Enjoy.

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  2. MersadJuly 30, 2015 at 6:43 AM

    I love the peak out onto the lake in the last shot.

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  3. Yogi♪♪♪July 30, 2015 at 6:58 AM

    Nice fence and I also like especially the last shot.

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  4. eileeninmdJuly 30, 2015 at 7:14 AM

    I love the view of the marshes and the sailboat on the lake. Lovely fence scenes! Enjoy your day!

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  5. RoanJuly 30, 2015 at 7:18 AM

    That last view is amazing! Love the color and texture of the fence.

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  6. Hootin AnniJuly 30, 2015 at 7:27 AM

    When it comes to birding...July is truly DULLdrums, I agree. Love the colors of the fencing around the platform.

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  7. RoseJuly 30, 2015 at 7:49 AM

    I sure wish these scenes were in my viewfinder!

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  8. Cranberry MorningJuly 30, 2015 at 8:15 AM

    Beautiful, peaceful, a wonderful cranberry morning on Cranberry Marsh. :-) The boats on Lake Ontario remind me that I have yet to get up to Duluth this summer to visit Lake Superior. Love the Great Lakes!

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  9. TexWisGirlJuly 30, 2015 at 8:42 AM

    pretty views. (i fixed your link - it was missing an l on html at the end. :))

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  10. DonnaJuly 30, 2015 at 8:54 AM

    What a fabulous spot for viewing nature and relaxing.

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  11. Elizabeth EdwardsJuly 30, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    gorgeous views. so crisp. ( :

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  12. AnvilcloudJuly 30, 2015 at 9:23 AM

    It always a bonus to get a sailboat in the frame.

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  13. DeniseinVAJuly 30, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    Beautiful scenes, and I especially love the last photo with the sailboats in the distance.

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  14. BlogorattiJuly 30, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    What a great view. Thanks for sharing.

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  15. Mary HoneJuly 30, 2015 at 9:55 AM

    That looks like a great spot to just...observe things.

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  16. VPJuly 30, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Cranberry Marsh is a strange name...

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  17. Poções de ArteJuly 30, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Que bela visão!
    Abraços.

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  18. Sylvia KJuly 30, 2015 at 10:25 AM

    Beautiful captures as always!! I do love the last one and the boat on the water!! Wonderful!! Hope you have a wonderful day!! Enjoy!

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  19. AnonymousJuly 30, 2015 at 10:32 AM

    Beautiful captures.

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  20. CloudiaJuly 30, 2015 at 11:15 AM

    Nice photo narrative.





    ALOHA
    ComfortSpiral
    =^..^=

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  21. William KendallJuly 30, 2015 at 11:16 AM

    Such a pretty area, EG! Very peaceful.

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  22. StephanieJuly 30, 2015 at 11:47 AM

    Beautifully captured!

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  23. JeevanJuly 30, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    The marshes are great source in sustaining groundwater and inviting birds. Nice captures and beautiful skies.

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  24. Ruth HiebertJuly 30, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    With that blue sky and a few clouds,it looks like a perfect day to be out there.

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  25. Ruth HiebertJuly 30, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    With that blue sky and a few clouds,it looks like a perfect day to be out there.

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  26. barbara l. haleJuly 30, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    Lovely views there even in the DULLdrums.

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  27. Coloring Outside the LinesJuly 30, 2015 at 1:55 PM

    Awesome views of the lake! Maybe the birds will arrive soon

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  28. IdaJuly 30, 2015 at 2:03 PM

    What lovely scenes with fences. That last shot with the Sailboats is so delightful.

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  29. AnonymousJuly 30, 2015 at 2:03 PM

    What a great view!

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  30. RedPatJuly 30, 2015 at 2:17 PM

    A fabulous spot, EG!

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  31. ChristineJuly 30, 2015 at 3:17 PM

    Gorgeous views across the lake! I love seeing your blue skies, over here in N. Ireland we have seen so little of them so far this summer.
    Have a great weekend!

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  32. Elisabete LiraJuly 30, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    Boa tarde!
    Lindo e encantado espaço...parabéns.
    Depois dar uma passadinha no meu novo blog e fique à vontade pra seguir…bijus!!!!!

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  33. cieldequimperJuly 30, 2015 at 5:07 PM

    Wonderful. I love marshes, I could spend hours there!

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  34. SusanJuly 30, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    Such beautiful photos. Especially with the lake in the back.

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  35. Buttons ThoughtsJuly 30, 2015 at 7:38 PM

    LOVE the angle of the first shot. Getting closer to me:) Nice fences and shots. Hug B

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  36. KayJuly 30, 2015 at 8:08 PM

    That's a really big marsh. I can imagine how lively it would be when the dulldrums are over and the birds have come back.

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  37. DebbieJuly 30, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    A beautiful view and such a nice peek at the sail boat!!

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  38. RandyJuly 30, 2015 at 10:35 PM

    Great views.

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  39. KathyJuly 30, 2015 at 11:11 PM

    Do cranberries grown in Cranberry Marsh? I do hope so!

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  40. Small KucingJuly 31, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    This means the birds will be back soon. :)

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  41. IndraniJuly 31, 2015 at 3:05 AM

    Great pics for the theme. I like the compositions in these. The first one with lines makes it interesting.

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  42. Margaret Birding For PleasureJuly 31, 2015 at 3:29 AM

    All three gorgeous vies ffromthe viewing deck

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  43. NatureFootstepAugust 2, 2015 at 2:30 AM

    a deck in metal, must be unusual :) Nice place to watch wildlife :)

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