Curious Squirrel

A Red Squirrel being curious in a field of buttercups.

Anything For a Nut

There was a little bit of snow and ice on the deck so I decided to have some fun with the squirrels.  I hid a few peanuts in the tunnel and didn't have to wait long for mr. squirrel to show up.  Did you see what he was up to last week?

Frosty Morning

~ Winter beauty seen up close ~

The chickadees are always up early too!

Meet "Chip", the newest addition to our squirrel family.  She found a little stash of peanuts to eat, which keeps her warm.  Her mother, Cupcake is a daily visitor who also learned quickly how to "sweet talk" her way to the 'peanut jar' !!

Connecting with Nature

Northern Red Squirrel - He's a regular resident!

A daily dose of nature is
the best medicine, don't you think?

Happy Squirrel

This little fella was not bothered by my presence, but only interested in a good meal.  Today's menu consisted of seeds from this spruce tree cone.  They are always in search of nuts too and will eat just about anything in a backyard bird feeder.  Sunflower seeds and peanuts are a couple of favorites with our Northern Red Squirrels.  Sharing them with the backyard birds can be a challenge though.  I guess that is why they are known to most as pests.  You must admit, this little squirrel wins "The Cutest Pest Ever" award!