When I saw the headline I thought, "Pterodactyls? David is branching out!" Enjoyed your post nonetheless, and thanks for the tundra book recommendation - I love finding out about books like that.
Great pics of White-Tailed Ptarmigan, and a lovely write-up about these fascinating birds. I especially appreciate the background on the origin of the name. Land Above the Trees is a favorite of mine, too, and how cool that you got to spend time in the tundra with Bettie!
I was fortunate enough to get to spend time with Ann Zwinger, who was also delightful and warm and supportive. I imagine they enjoyed working with each other on Land Above the Trees.
When working for the NPS in Denali National Park, I was riding the shuttle bus in civilian clothes and overheard one visitor say to the other “look at the parmesans”. I just about spit out my water. 😆
When I saw the headline I thought, "Pterodactyls? David is branching out!" Enjoyed your post nonetheless, and thanks for the tundra book recommendation - I love finding out about books like that.
Thanks for the shout out for “Land Above the Trees.” One of my all time favorites.
Great pics of White-Tailed Ptarmigan, and a lovely write-up about these fascinating birds. I especially appreciate the background on the origin of the name. Land Above the Trees is a favorite of mine, too, and how cool that you got to spend time in the tundra with Bettie!
Thanks. Yes, it was pretty darned nifty to be with her. She was a delightful and supportive teacher.
I was fortunate enough to get to spend time with Ann Zwinger, who was also delightful and warm and supportive. I imagine they enjoyed working with each other on Land Above the Trees.
When working for the NPS in Denali National Park, I was riding the shuttle bus in civilian clothes and overheard one visitor say to the other “look at the parmesans”. I just about spit out my water. 😆
That's hilarious. I always enjoy malaprops like that.