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Pablo continues to shed his chick feathers and is becoming more adult-like in behavior. Though he searches underwater and dives a lot, it is still mom and dad who bring food. In this case, one of the biggest perch we have seen him... Read More

The Loon family has made it through the 4th of July weekend. They have spent a fair amount of time in Turtle Cove, but are also out on the lake a lot, so keep an eye out for Pablo when boating. Pablo... Read More

The loon parents were last observed on the nest the evening of June 13 even though their second egg had not hatched. Yesterday evening we marked the egg with penciled X to be sure it had not been attended overnight. It was... Read More

Linda and Paul Messer have chosen the names for this year’s chicks. Traditionally a male name is chosen for the first chick, even though we have no idea what sex it is. Pablo’s sibling will be named Penelope. Pablo is swimming with... Read More

Fishing by humans and diving birds (loons, mergansers, cormorants, osprey and eagles) is increasing on Pleasant Lake as it warms up. The sinkers, line and hooks we loose or leave behind can cause unnecessary harm to these avian friends. Abandoned line, especially... Read More

Our loons are still waiting for their eggs to hatch. They diligently take turns tending the eggs. This week the loons are spending more time together, one on the nest and one nearby in the cove. We will send out a short... Read More