The day has begun, it is 11:30 A.m., and I’m comfortably settled by the fire in Cabella’s, while hubby shops for a set of binoculars.
That’s done, and we are on our way to Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge.
But first, lunch at the Cross Ties Cafe, the food is the best.
If you are in the area, check it out.
Turkey with Basil Pesto Panini got my vote, and the best Café au Lait outside of New Orleans, Louisiana.
46 Railroad Ave, Falkville, AL 35622
On to our destination.
A nice surprise to discover it has been totally renovated, beautiful and functional.
So many birds, about 20,000 so far, mostly Sandhill Cranes, 2 Whooping Cranes, and many ducks and smaller birds.
Whoopers are rare, so seeing 2 is a treat.
Sandhill cranes are between 2 and 5 ft tall, and the whoopers are a little larger.
Large groups make for an amazing sight!
When they take flight, they become highly vocal.
Lots of children on site today, that was a joy to see, they were really into the birds!!
Another lovely day trip logged and rated AAA!
