Clamshell frenzy …

With absolutely perfect warm windless conditions, I was out early this morning for a wonderful beach wander ...

I find there is always something different to see with each visit to the beach, this morning it was the large number of unopened clamshells. There were dozens if not hundreds high up on the beach, that were to be soon covered over with the advancing tide.

For the local seagulls this was a feast that is rarely offered in such abundance. I watched as many of them selected the perfectly sized shells to pick up in their beak, before taking them up to about 30 to 40’. From that height, they would then drop them onto the hard wet sand below to break the shells open. Occasionally, the shells would not break on the first flight, so they go down grab it again and repeat the process until the goods are exposed. During my walk this kept me amused and entertained along with passing geese and the very busy migratory birds ….

Foggy morning at sunset …

With thick fog, I took an early morning trip along to the LaHave River Sunset Park. The very quiet and still conditions were perfect with reduced visibility, contrast and saturation, to photograph the simplified views of the river around the park.

They only get better ....

This morning’s early outing must take its place in my top ten of best beach wanders. It is not an exaggeration to say, since moving to the South Shore in July 2016, I have never had a bad or disappointing walk on the beach, regardless of the season or weather they have all been absolutely great.

With the tide heading out to an 8.00am low, a very light warm wind coming from the south east and bright morning sunshine casting long shadows, it was all beyond perfect.

In addition to being in the pleasant company of the local seagulls, I also enjoyed time with some migratory buddies, who at this time of the year constantly challenge me with how rapidly I can take their photo, before they quickly fly or run off.