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By Robert Loewendick Watching Wildlife... Let’s Begin! The deer walked ten feet from our natural blind, just under the mature pine tree. As it passed, I looked at my fiancee. She was holding back the smile. The one gained from experiencing wildlife up close for the first time. She and I have now been married for eighteen years, and she still gets a joy from being close to and observing wildlife in its natural environment. Wildlife observation is indeed an outdoor activity suitable for the entire family. But for anyone interested in taking up wildlife viewing (and photography), as a new hobby, a few fundamentals should be considered. Find Your Subjects The first and foremost priority of wildlife viewing is to look where the creatures are. More time is wasted by amateur viewers looking for specific species in the wrong place. You will not find a water-dwelling turtle on the edge of a meadow, no matter how long you wait for it. So before heading out with binoculars and camera, know the preferred habits of the species you’re looking for, and where they congregate. It also helps to know when you’re most likely to catch a glimpse of the species. Most wildlife are active from early morning to early evening, so take advantage of the time frame. Know what the animal eats and focus on the areas where they find food. Watch trails or pathways that lead from sleeping to feeding areas. On the way to feed, animals often do humorous or interesting acts due to their anticipation of feeding. This is especially true if your wildlife watching is done when young animals are showing off new tricks of species performance. Watching a young deer or squirrel showing off for its parents or siblings gives you some great photo opportunities. Pick The Right Time To Watch Spring is the best time to watch wildlife. Animals introduce young to their world, and the colorful flora explodes with new life. As summer transitions into fall, wildlife feed heavily to sustain their energy for the winter. Squirrels are the perfect example of wildlife that plans ahead, and often treat viewers to amusing antics as they gather food. And don’t forget winter. The cold season brings an element of travel to many species, as they look for food in the winter months, you’ll have a great chance to get good photos. Know Your Subjects The key to successful wildlife viewing is knowing the species you plan to watch or photograph. Studying the habits and needs of a species puts you in the right place and the right time to catch the perfect photo. After studying a guidebook on the species, look at a map (preferably a topographical map) of the area you plan to explore. Topographical maps provide details of water sources, possible food supplies and shelter locations. If you understand your chosen species and its needs, desires and habits, these will literally jump out at you, giving you the perfect chance to see the wildlife. And last, but not least, remember to be patient. The more time you spend in a blind, either a portable tent-like blind or simply blending in to the surroundings, the better your chances are to gain the natural experience you’re looking for. Robert Loewendick is an award-winning freelance outdoor/sports writer. Email him at loewendick@theparklander.com. 36 the PARKLANDER
A Message From The Coral Springs Garden Club So many volunteers in our community have helped their neighbors make the best out of a very difficult and stressful period following Hurricane Wilma. As part of the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, The Garden Club of Coral Springs is committed to our community, for example, working alongside the homeowners of Habitat for Humanity homes here in Broward County. Hurricane Wilma was especially difficult because gardening is a way of life for many homeowners. Many are out in their gardens every day. They plant, dead head, weed and prune. Members of the Garden Club are using their knowledge and experience to help others in need in our community, and to assist homeowners in promoting civic and roadside beautification. To learn how you can help, please visit our website at www.coralspringsgardenclub.org. If we all pitch in and help, we’ll soon be green again. Obsessed with Orchids? Join the Coral Springs Orchid Society If you have an obsession with orchids, the Coral Springs Orchid Society is just the club for you! Meet with other enthusiasts to discuss how to buy, grow, and care for orchids. Participate in friendly orchid talk, listen to expert speakers and enjoy some light refreshments. Meetings are held the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in Cypress Hall, Cypress Hammock Park, 1300 Coral Springs Drive, CS Guests are welcome. For more information call (954) 341-4083 or visit www.coralspringsorchidsociety. org. Award Winning Retail Landscape Nursery "OPEN DAILY" NOW AVAILABLE: Storm Replacement Trees • Large Ficus Hedges and Shrub Material • Tree Strapping Kits • Professional Advice on Treating Your Landscaping After Hurricane Damage (just east of K-mart) most major credit cards accepted • New Pool & Spa Construction • Swim-Thru Waterfall Caves • Tile & Stone Bars and Barbeques • Complete Pool Remodeling • Natural Stone Waterfalls, Ponds and Patios • Jungle Landscaping Experts BEFORE AFTER the PARKLANDER 37
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