I went out this morning to check on the Red-tailed Hawk's Nest and found thick fog, a bunch of mud, and a hawk still sitting on eggs. So, rather than try to push my luck and annoy the hawks (and myself) I decided to go for a little scouting trip. I have been spending way too much time in front of a computer lately so it was nice to get out and have a closer look around. I am not a Ft Collins native so still getting to know my way around all the good spots.
I decided to stop by Arapaho Bend Natural Area since it's on my way home. At first I was not too hopeful as I was not seeing much of interest and there were plenty of humans with dogs on the trails. But just as I turned around to walk back to the truck I spotted a largish bird coming my way. I knew we had Bald Eagles in the area during the spring, but did not know if there were any still about. I guess so. This looks like it could be a young adult since it's still showing a few white spots.
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