Dawn Hike

Up at camp with my students. It keeps me busy all day, every day. But, the sweetest hour is at dawn, before most folks are even awake. 

I headed out for my hike around six in the morning. It was still very cool out, about 40 degrees. This is an original Kumeyaay Indian hut. 

First critter I saw was a rabbit. 

Mountain lilacs. . . hundreds of birds tweeted in the distance.

Beautiful morning. . . 

Birds on rocks. ..

I spotted several bluejays. 

I bet the dogs would love to run in that meadow. 

This is the first turkey I have ever seen in the wild. It took one look at me and ran away. I could hear the gobble gobble of turkeys for most of my one-hour hike. 

Another gorgeous bluejay. . . 

Wow!

Almost back to the school camp. . . 

This lizard showed up while the students were playing an outdoor game. I was glad it showed itself. 

Tomorrow, I'm going to hit another trail and try to spot some deer.