Another day on the ground. We got our hydro monitoring cameras up around the sites. It took some MacGyverizing to get the perfect camera angles, but ingenuity and zip ties won the day.
We also got started with the Trimble GPS units. Those things are pretty cool, though they take some getting used to. It's going to be awesome to get to use them more!
There were lots of birds in the area Friday. The air temps started warming a bit & it was perfect foraging weather. A Northern Flicker got a little too close to a Red-headed Woodpecker's hangout and was promptly scolded & routed out of the tree. Bad for him but good for us as he escaped within better viewing range for us.
I have a good feeling about working here. I am optimistic about this project and eager to get things started. Right now the plan is to go back this weekend and start collecting data.
More to come.
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