Okay, not a bird but still a visual treat. With the Pandemic winding down the North Shore Scenic Railroad will once again be running their steam engine up the shores of Lake Superior. In addition, the Lupine are beginning to bloom in the Northland (and many other wildflowers).

While I could have taken a photo of the Lupines in my yard, somehow this combination of a steam engine and lupines is way cool! I actually took this pic two years ago … the last spring before the Pandemic.

Even if you would not yet be comfortable taking an excursion train, watching the train is almost as fun! One of my favorite viewing spots is the Sucker River Trestle. I took this pic elsewhere … a private vantage point I shall reserve for myself! Follow this link to track the Steam Engine Schedule.