Southern Cape May County offers plenty of sighting opportunities for birders…and those of us just walking along the beach!
Visit the Cape May Bird Observatory blog for updates: Â click here
Today’s view (American oystercatchers):
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Perfect Week!
As I was tweeting about “another beautiful day” this morning before work, it occurred to me why I’m feeling a bit tired.
I spent the week taking advantage of the perfect weather, while juggling a busy work schedule!
In addition to my regular beach walks, I added ocean kayaking, as well as extended evening walks. Â There is pressure to fit it all in before the weather turns cool 🙂
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Ocean Waves
The participants of the 19th Annual Nuns’ Beach Surf Contest are hoping for improvement. The first heat starts at 9am on Saturday: Villa Maria by the Sea, 111th Street, Stone Harbor. Â The kind Sisters will be on hand selling coffee and Nuns’ Beach wear to the spectators. Â Funds raised help maintain the landmark building and grounds.
In the meantime, I’m taking advantage of the lack of waves by ocean kayaking!
I see tons of dolphins when I walk the beach.  Yet, 3 times out kayaking…and not a dolphin to be found.  I guess they are waiting for the waves, too 😉
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Just An Ordinary Day?
My before work  routine is like most:  start a load of wash, straighten up the house, pack lunches, and read the paper while eating breakfast.
Oh, and I also check the wind direction and tide to decide between a beach walk or kayaking!
This morning the bay was like glass…with the clouds reflecting off of the water.  Just beautiful!
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Sitting on the dock of the bay…
Vacation time for the shore birds. Â They have complete access to the beach and bay without being bothered by pesky humans (except one in a kayak trying to take a picture!)
Wikipedia confirms that these dock side visitors are Caspian Terns.
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Race Day
Excellent weather and turn out for the annual 7 Mile Island Run/5K race. Â For race results: Â Tim Kerr Charities Web Site
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Tim Kerr 7 Mile/5K Run
The 27th annual Tim Kerr 7 Mile Island Run and 5K Run/Walk – Sunday September 6th.Registration and packet pick up on Saturday from 3pm to 6pm at the Avalon Community Hall (30th and the beach); and again Sunday morning  7am to 8:20am (same day registration is permitted).
Race starts at 8:30am. Â Over 1,000 participants expected.
For more details: Tim Kerr Charities Web Site
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Atlantic City Air Show
Spent the day on the beach yesterday.  But no ordinary beach day…the annual Atlantic City Air Show.
Perfect weather and water temperature, plus an exciting show!
