Since our world is shrinking, most of you know about the government shut down partially in the United States. Let’s put politics aside and think about the people who are being used as pawns in this game. It’s even affected us photographers with some of our National Parks partially closed.
Being a National refuge, all services were gone at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge in Willows. It was, however, open for those who wanted to take the driving tour. Laura and I did just that, and we then drove over to the Gray Lodge Wildlife Area in Gridley.
Before that, my Camera Totin’ Tuesday went to visit Effie Yeaw in Carmichael. I wanted to photograph deer, but I didn’t see any. I know you’re beginning to be doubtful about deer in the Nature Center! Effie Yeaw is always a great place for a walk since it’s along the American River.
So here are some images from both outings. I’m hopeful that the next time I post, I’ll be able to say our government is open!
Effie Yeaw has beautiful trees.
Trees frame the approach to the American River 
Coming in for a landing! 
This woodpecker was upside down and hammering away at the tree. 
A quiet path in light fog. 
Water was abundant at the wildlife areas. 
He posed for me. 
There were lots of snow geese. 
Snow capped mountains. 
A Bald Eagle flying with snow geese! 
Snow geese take flight. 
A red tailed hawk. 
Shhh. They’re trying to sleep. 
A snowy egret looking for food.
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