I have kept the feeders full later in the year than I normally do.  Usually, we quit in the spring because the grackles come and wipe us out.  It has been fruitful, however, to keep them stocked, as we are getting to see some species that we normally don't.

From Spring 2011

American Goldfinches are not uncommon, I just don't have that many shots of males in their summer plumage.

From Spring 2011

We haven't seen Rose-breasted Grosbeaks in a few years.

From Spring 2011

Black-capped Chickadees taking off.

From Spring 2011

I've always been envious of those who get Indigo Buntings to come to their feeders.  This year we finally got one!  And a few good shots of it.  I hope it hangs around until the sun shines again. 

From Spring 2011

Savannah was blowing bubbles in the back yard one day.  I guess when they're backlit, you get two reflections.

From Spring 2011

Royal Catchfly, the second species to bloom in the prairie this year.

The last class field trip was to the home of one of the students.

From Spring 2011

That's a baby bluebird in the box.  I call this one, "You're not my Mommy."

From Spring 2011

This fledgling Barred Owl was the primary reason we went to Barb's house.  It's sibling and parent were also hanging around.