Not only are the loons back but they have already been spotted on their nest platform. It is still speculation as to whether we get the same pair of loons back every year. The curious thing is that they magically show up the same day the nesting platform is put out on the lake. It is an amazing part of nature's wonder. We have heard them calling during the night and in the mornings. The eagles are also back and can be seen looking for an easy meal.

It's time to put out the humming bird feeders. We have heard that a few have already been spoted in the area. It's a good idea to clean your feeder and rinse it well before filling it with fresh sugar water. It is also recommended that you change the food weekly. Don't wait for it to become empty before refilling it with fresh food. If you make a batch of food that is more than your feeder will hold, refrigerate it until you refill your feeder.

Wild mushrooms are coming into season and usually peak out around mid-May. Be sure to pick and eat only mushrooms that you are confident are safe and limit your consumption if it is the first time you are trying them. Some people can be allergic to even safe mushrooms. While your in the woods looking for "shrooms" be sure to enjoy all the beautiful wild flowers. The Trillium and Trout Lily are out along with columbine, ferns, and other odds and ends. Take your camera and enjoy your hike.