#Heron April 14
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In April 2025, many of us are joining the 30-Day Nature Observation Challenge. Each day, the goal is to share an observation—a plant, animal, or sound—experienced while spending time outdoors. Wise individuals have noted that observing nature enhances mindfulness, reduces stress, and deepens our appreciation for life’s interconnectedness—a challenge well worth accepting.
Today, my observation is on a Blue HERON.
As we embark on our 64th consecutive monthly challenge, Jeff Neelon, Jaclyn Donovan, and I feel ready to inspire others to join us. Step outside and let nature awaken your senses—breathe in the fresh air, feel the warmth of the sun, and listen as the world comes alive. Every moment outdoors is a chance to reset, recharge, and reconnect with the beauty around you.
Nature Observation 30-Day Challenge Guidelines
As with previous challenges, participants are encouraged to adapt the guidelines to fit their own circumstances. Commit to spending time outdoors for the next 30 days, observing a new plant, animal, or sound each day.
- Record your observations to track your journey.
- Share your findings with a challenge partner if you have one.
- Join the conversation by posting on social media with the hashtag #Coach4adayChallenge.
Observation #14-Heron
Last week, while playing golf, I found myself growing frustrated with my putting. As I stepped off the green, still stewing, my eyes caught a magnificent Great Blue Heron standing motionless at the edge of a small wetland near the next tee. Its calm presence and quiet focus seemed to offer an unexpected lesson in patience.
The Great Blue Heron, with its long legs, sharp beak, and graceful flight, is a striking wading bird often seen near wetlands and shorelines. It waits with unwavering stillness, stalking its prey with a kind of deliberate grace—something I realized I could learn from.
If you like stories with happy endings over the next 13 holes I made 9 pars, 1 birdie, and 3 bogeys all without three putting. The heron’s lesson on being patient paid off.
Here are a couple of pictures.
Heron showing off its patience
Second photo is the heron in flight -captured part of image reflecting on the water.
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