[RichP]

Many nwhikers are scattered about the planet during the bleak winter months in our beloved Pacific Northwest. I include myself in that group this year since I was able to arrange a trip to Argentina for some hiking and climbing. Before coming to Argentina, I spent the holidays in the state in which I grew up, South Carolina. One of my favorite places to visit there is the Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge which is located between Hilton Head Island and the mainland and is connected to both via a bridge. The island was deeded to the state with the condition that it can never be developed and serves as an excellent location to see many migrating and local birds.

Pinckney Island South Carolina

Some history

Example of typical maritime forest on the SC coast

Live Oak along salt marsh

a little bushwacking

Heading over to check out that little island

miles and miles of roads

Huge old magnolia

Looking out to Port Royal Sound from White Point

hiking along the marsh

Walking map of island

Dick Point pond

Along the shore

One of several ponds built for wildlife on Pinckney Island

A pond in the woods on Pinckney Island

The Reserva Ecologica is a protected wetland area located just blocks from the bustling downtown of Buenos Aires. It is also a fine place to observe birds as well as other wildlife. Many locals use it for running and bicycling and as an escape from the cement jungle.

Entry to the Reserva Ecologica in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Hornero nest

Hornero

Don't bug the animals

Road through the Reserva Ecologica

Wetlands

Newer construction next to the reserva

Wetlands

A lizard peaks out

Walks in the Reserva

Rio de la Plata

The national flower of Argentina, Ceibo

Cooling off in the Rio de la Plata

A section of forest

The nearby downtown

A sandwich cart with political message

Both of these areas are unique and worth a visit should you ever be nearby.

[twodogdad]

[Quark]

Love the spanish mossy looking stuff in Pinckney NWR. Nice photos. I like the perspective of the island in the sand The Argentinian state flower is beautiful!

[mike]

Rich if you are still in BA take the train out to Tigre for some fine birding and exploring the delta.

[RichP]

[RichP]