Big Pokiok Falls

The Big Pokiok Falls are very easy to find.  Take exit 231 coming from Fredericton and turn towards Nackawick.  Turn right after crossing the Pokiok stream.  This road turns to gravel shortly into it, take caution as this is an logging road beware the you may encounter a pulp truck hauling lumber on this road.  Continue on this road  you will pass under the route 2.  Keep driving for roughly 3 km and you will come to a the park sign the road to the left goes to a small parking area near the Hiker's Dream Trail head.   However if you drive pass the sign continuing straight for a small distance you will cross a small bridge just pass the bridge on the right is parking for the Stream side trail there is also a shelter.  The Stream side trail has some very beautiful waterfalls.  All trails are well marked with markers on the trails are picnic tables and camp-sites.  This park is great for fishing, bird watching hiking and we also seen a mink.  \

Pictures were taken August 4, 2015

Blue Jays

I put some old bread out this afternoon and with in minutes I could hear the sounds of Blue Jays.

The Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) is a passerine bird in the family Corvidae, native to eastern North America. Here are some interesting facts about this striking bird:

Appearance:

Blue Jays are known for their perky crest and striking plumage.

They have a combination of blue, white, and black feathers.

Their noisy calls make them easily recognizable.

Habitat and Range:

Blue Jays inhabit most of the eastern and central United States.

Some eastern populations may be migratory.

Resident populations are also found in Newfoundland, Canada, and breeding populations occur across southern Canada12.

Behavior and Characteristics:

Jays are gregarious birds, often seen in groups.

They are also called jaybirds due to their noisy, garrulous nature.

Blue Jays are known for their intelligence and complex social systems with tight family bonds.

Interestingly, their fondness for acorns is credited with helping spread oak trees after the last glacial period21.

Fun Facts:

The Blue Jay is the provincial bird of Prince Edward Island in Canada.

They can imitate the sound of hawks when spotted, acting as alarm systems for other birds.

Blue Jays exhibit a pack mentality, sometimes behaving like bullies toward other birds.

And yes, they are very loud! 🎵🐦

Next time you spot a Blue Jay, take a moment to appreciate its vibrant colors and lively personality!

Mountain Road Fredericton NB

Nice little Sunday afternoon drive through the mountain road in Fredericton NB loving the fall colors.

Near Kings landing

This was a neat little place to visit just before Kings Landing I am not sure what this place is called we just happen to see it driving by.  

Afternoon Visitor the Blue Jay

I been trying to get some bird pictures at my new bird feeder, finally today I was happen to look out the window and there he was way up high over the feeder...I take it!..!lol its a start.