Birth Announcement

7/1/2010

I posted a picture of some Junco eggs about a week ago. Imagine my surprise to come back from days off and find the nest full of chicks. They were sleeping peacefully waiting on momma to come feed them. I will keep you posted on their progress. It is so much fun to watch nature change on the mountain.
It was a chilly hike up yesterday. The high was 62 with a low last night of 52. The clouds hung around and kept things nice and chilly. Today is looking like another fine day up top.

Momma Junco feeding her chicks.

Doug Y.

7/1/2010 09:22:34 am

Which trail were these birds on ?

High On LeConte

7/2/2010 12:07:50 am

Doug, this nest is on the trail between the lodge and the shelter. You have probably passed more Junco nests then you realize. They are notorious for making their nests on the side of an embankment or around the cliffs.

Joyce

7/2/2010 04:14:11 am

Allyson, check the tree beside the porch on cabin 9. Last week my granddaughter and I enjoyed watching a mother junco at work building a nest. LOVE THE PORCH AND ROCKING CHAIRS!!
Enjoyed our stay; however, after 25+ years of coming to Mt Leconte, I missed the roast beef, gravy and mashed potatoes. Your staff is great!

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