Wild and Wonderful

I'm starting this blog to document and learn more about the wildlife seen in the community of River Ridge in Great Cacapon, WV. After being a "weekender" there since September of 2008 my wife, Leslie, and I have realized just how many different types of wildlife are present in and around the neighborhood. I'm no wildlife professional so your two cents about a picture or event are welcome and comments or your own posts are encouraged. To date, I have asked my neighbor, Grant, to sort out my numerous, misidentified creature sightings and it has been much appreciated.

I would really like to have the blog consist of the following but am open to suggestions:

1. Photos of local wildlife with time/dates and descriptions of what it is we are seeing there.
2. Sightings (time/date/location) of more rare birds or mammals (e.g. coyote, black bear, etc.) are certainly welcome too. We finally saw about 20 wild turkeys over 2 days but they are quick and not as easy to photograph either!
3. Seasonal information such as about animal mating, births, bird migrations, etc.
4. Miscellaneous information such as what things deer will avoid eating such as rhododendron, concrete, etc. and how to protect a garden, tips on bird feeding or whatever you feel like posting.
   

If you would like to be able to "post" to the blog and add photos please send me your email address so I can provide the privileges allowing you to do this.

We're looking forward to posting and hearing about what the neighbors are seeing soon.

Glenn and Leslie @ Sideling Mtn Trail and Chipmunk

[Photo above taken in early August outside the gate on Constant Run Road.]