Sunday was the day after a lot of rain during the night. There was a lot of kelp, sticks, and things washed up on the beach. Way up from the water I found a loon on the sand that was still alive. Loons pretty much cannot walk on land so I picked it up and carried it to the water. I was in a hurry and did not take photos of the beached bird. I was really amazed at how calmly the bird accepted my assistance, and when it got in the water, it very carefully, and methodically swam out to sea. I got some photos but I want to know if my impression at the time, Red-throated Loon could be confirmed? I could add photos, but the water was very muddy and sandy, as was the bird, and it was raining. Back to you!

I was walking down the trail through the bird sanctuary when I heard a rodent squeaking frantically. A garter snake then dashed across the trail with a rodent in its mouth and proceeded to eat its meal in the grass on the other side while I took pictures.