Kip’s Comments - September 16, 2026

Drifting with the Breeze, Floating with the Current

Some days a very quiet float is extra productive. This morning’s efforts were an example. As soon as I pushed away from my dock I saw an osprey that allowed a very close approach several times. After that it was one close encounter with wildlife after another. What a fun outing!

Take a look at the pictures from today. Imagine a quiet, slow canoe paddle down the river after sunrise, when the wildlife is most active. That was what I experienced!

Osprey - Image 1149267

Osprey - Image 1149267

Osprey - Image 1149708

Osprey - Image 1149708

Osprey - Image 1149739

Osprey - Image 1149739

Great Egret - Image 1149014

Great Egret - Image 1149014

Young Turkey Vulture - Image 1149790

Young Turkey Vulture - Image 1149790

Young Turkey Vulture - Image 1149902

Turkey Vulture - Image 1149902

Drake Wood Duck - Image 1148953

Drake Wood Duck - Image 1148953

Adult Bald Eagle - Image 1148466

Adult Bald Eagle - Image 1148466

Canoeing the Wapsipinicon River - Image 1148558

Canoeing the Wapsipinicon River - Image 1148558

Cinnabar Polypore - Image 1148899fa

Cinnabar Polypore - Image 1148899fs

Last year I made a post about aquatic vegetation on Indian Pond. The floating pondweed appears to be established and possibly expanding.

Floating Pondweed - Image 1148981

Floating Pondweed - Image 1148981

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Kip’s Comments - September 15, 2026