where did you walk today?

tameblackbirds · #1 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 07:10 PM

I went along this path today. t was in a valley and sheltered We saw 3 Bullfinches, a Green Woodpecker and several other birds a great path to walk and stand in a while.

Clent Worcestershire

Pete Collins · #2 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 07:33 PM

I'm suffering from the Dreaded Lurgy at the moment, so haven't been for a walk for a few days. This photo was taken on my last walk, last Wednesday.
It wasn't taken in Black-and-white, I was just looking into the sun and it's come out that way.

The first time I crossed this valley, I met a little boy poking a long stick into a big puddle. His grandfather told me he was 'fishing for alligators'! So I always keep a wary eye out for large reptiles whenenever I pass this way now.

Flamstead, Herts.

During the walk I had a fleeting glimpse of a male Bullfinch, and twice saw a Buzzard. The first Buzzard sighting was, rather surprisingly, while I was sat eating my lunch in the middle of the large village of Redbourn.

Pippa · #3 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 07:37 PM

Lovely TB.A beautiful pic and wonderful idea for a thread.I walk most mornings before work, down the beach with Skye.I also go to the Fells a lot and our local park, all beautiful.

Wow, what have you started ?

tameblackbirds · #4 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 07:44 PM

Thanks Pip lots talk about where they have been and how they like paths so thought I would start this thread

Your walk looks gorgeous, just as your beach walk does from previous pictures you have shared.

Must say that Flamstead looks the kind of lonely place an alligator might just hide out in lol

take care he he

Kayleigh · #5 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 07:52 PM

I walked along here with the dog its called Bessie's lane and it is supposed to be haunted..lol..

This was taken a few weeks back the lane at the bottom was flooded today but we managed to wade through.

tameblackbirds · #6 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 07:56 PM

That's lovely too Kayleigh, it's amazing what wonderful places we all have on our doorsteps.

Hope more people share

natureguy · #7 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 10:08 PM

This is my favourite walking place, photo was taken in the summer.
was very quite this morning, but didn't see much with the dog's though.

Hedge Witch · #8 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 10:26 PM

Lucky you, NG, looks beautiful

Pippa · #9 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 10:27 PM

Oh hey nice K and N.

Have to upload pics but this is where i walk.Waldridge Fells,Riverside park and South Shields Beach.

Beautiful and so enjoyable.

With this

and this most mornings

How lucky am i

Hedge Witch · #10 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 10:29 PM

Pippa - you are very lucky indeed!

Pippa · #11 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Hedge Witch

Pippa - you are very lucky indeed!

Gordon Bennet HW that was quick

natureguy · #12 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 10:38 PM

Thanks pippa and HW, there are some great places around here. shame a lot of people don't appreciate what's on thier doorstep.

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Pippa She must be hard work. Are you sure you don't want to drop her off to me?

Pippa · #13 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 10:47 PM

[quote=natureguy;431447]Thanks pippa and HW, there are some great places around here. shame a lot of people don't appreciate what's on thier doorstep.

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Originally Posted by Pippa

Pippa She must be hard work. Are you sure you don't want to drop her off to me?

No NB,don't be cheeky

She is a beauty though and great to walk.Actually she is perfect and not a bit of bother as they would say here in the N. East.No wonder you want her.You just want the perfect dog, cheap he he

LynM · #14 (**permalink**) 16-02-2009, 11:00 PM

Only managed to walk down the lane out of the village this evening with the dog, but the view of the sunset was worth the effort....

pammosley · #15 (**permalink**) 17-02-2009, 09:42 AM

Great idea for a thread Tameblackbirds

I had a ride out on the train to Stafford yesterday & found Doxey Marshes. Wonderful habitat, There wasn`t much in the way of bird life (not that I spotted anyway

) Teal, Canada goose, Tufted duck, Greylag, BH Gull, Heron. I was hoping for some waders. Looking forward to going back later in the year.

tameblackbirds · #16 (**permalink**) 17-02-2009, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by pammosley

Great idea for a thread Tameblackbirds

I had a ride out on the train to Stafford yesterday & found Doxey Marshes. Wonderful habitat, There wasn`t much in the way of bird life (not that I spotted anyway

) Teal, Canada goose, Tufted duck, Greylag, BH Gull, Heron. I was hoping for some waders. Looking forward to going back later in the year.

looks interesting there never been there but have made a note for future reference

muddyfeet · #17 (**permalink**) 18-02-2009, 06:59 PM

How lucky am i

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That top one looks like Marsden Bay, and the bottom one looks like South Shields beach looking towards Trow Rocks?

Didn't walk anywhere today, was supposed to have yesterday off but was cancelled, so now have Friday off instead to go out walking. Hopefully the weather will get brighter so I can get some decent pics!

NickCantle · #18 (**permalink**) 18-02-2009, 07:03 PM

This is one of my favourite walks

You can see why, it's purely enchanting.

Nick

tameblackbirds · #19 (**permalink**) 18-02-2009, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by NickCantle

This is one of my favourite walks

You can see why, it's purely enchanting.

Nick

Lovely Nickcantle looks very serene

Look forwards to your picks MF Good in one way as that day would have gone . but you still have it to look forwards to

Pippa · #20 (**permalink**) 18-02-2009, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by muddyfeet

How lucky am i

That top one looks like Marsden Bay, and the bottom one looks like South Shields beach looking towards Trow Rocks?

Didn't walk anywhere today, was supposed to have yesterday off but was cancelled, so now have Friday off instead to go out walking. Hopefully the weather will get brighter so I can get some decent pics![/quote]

Correct on both counts MF and i shall be at Trow rocks first thing tomorrow before work.

Pippa · #21 (**permalink**) 18-02-2009, 07:30 PM

I love pics like that Natureguy and Nick.Makes me want to know what is around the corner.

ChrisJB · #22 (**permalink**) 18-02-2009, 08:19 PM

Took a walk along Marine Drive, near Southport this morning, whilst at Marshside RSPB reserve. Loads of good stuff there yesterday according to the visitor's book (male Hen Harrier, Merlin and Barn Owl). Nowt today!
In the afternoon, strolled round Martin Mere, best bird, Marsh Harrier. Spent awhile learning how to use my new camera (decidedly patchy results so far).
Nice idea for a thread by the way.

Regards, Chris

agrumpycow · #23 (**permalink**) 18-02-2009, 08:37 PM

There are some lovely photos on this thread

The only walks I've done recently have been from home to bus stop, bus stop to work and back but I'm planning on at least one long walk this weekend so hopefully I'll be able to contribute with some photos this weekend.

tameblackbirds · #24 (**permalink**) 19-02-2009, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisJB

Took a walk along Marine Drive, near Southport this morning, whilst at Marshside RSPB reserve. Loads of good stuff there yesterday according to the visitor's book (male Hen Harrier, Merlin and Barn Owl). Nowt today!
In the afternoon, strolled round Martin Mere, best bird, Marsh Harrier. Spent awhile learning how to use my new camera (decidedly patchy results so far).
Nice idea for a thread by the way.

Regards, Chris

thanks ChrisJB

my hubby has been to Martin Mere bird watching a long time ago