Free rein for wind, wildfowl and water dwellers

With restrictions in place for any craft other than residential boats and essential service personnel; the rivers at Easter time are probably quieter now than at any time since World War Two ~ when martial law prevented public use of the waterways. As the breeding season begins, the peaceful atmosphere is perfect for nature to bloom.

Once again, the wild call of goose can be heard over the clatter of human noise. Swans and ducks paddle the waters, unhindered by throngs people usually found hereabouts in spring.

Emma

"Like a symphony of Beethoven the call of the goose is everlasting, and those who have loved it can never tire of hearing it".

Morning Flight, Peter Scott, 1935