April Nature Almanac: Boulder County Herony

Just in time for Easter weekend,in the high in trees along the St. Vrain river, there are over 70 nests packed close together. They have been constructed over the years by Herons and Egrets who will be arriving in April to lay their eggs.

Steve Jones and Ruth Carol Cushman are co-authors of The Peterson’s Field Guide to The North American Prarie and Wild Boulder County.