Being one of those “animal lovers” and “bird watchers” as well as a “lover of the beautiful outdoors,” I always visit Woodlands Nature Station when we’re in the Land Between the Lakes. The only problem is I never want to leave!
We had Opening Day 2016 marked on our calendars and went as soon as possible. I can’t remember if it was one or two days after they actually opened – but I know it was much too long to wait.
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We took plenty of pictures of these beautiful birds and I was able to make a few videos. As luck would have it, just as I was in the middle of transitioning between camera and cellphone, several male turkeys had a “gobbling” match and it was really something to see AND hear.
Like children who won’t do what you want when you want, they refused to say another word after I resumed videoing them.
I really got a kick out of the way they “shake” and “ruffle” their feathers, which creates a really cool sound. The males were putting on a fantastic show for the females – we just got lucky enough to witness it all.
I’ll add more pictures from the day shortly – I was just anxious to let the turkeys show off and strut their beautiful stuff.
The wonderful thing about the Nature Station (in addition to the beautiful animals, trees, plants, and birds, that is) is this: It is never the same twice. Each time you go, a different animal or bird takes center stage, so to speak. Different birds will be at the many feeders, different animals will be up to varying shenanigans, different flowers will be showing off, etc.
The Nature Station is just too wonderful to describe. That’s why I take so many pictures! You’ll fall further in love with the colorful residents each time you go.
On a somewhat related note… I’m never eating turkey again.
Ever.
