Taking the early morning shift of Plover patrol you meet the nicest people. Here are just a handful of much appreciated early morning friends who regularly stop by to check in the with birds.

Pat and Delores, GHB neighbors, daily walkers, and excellent Plover watchers

I love seeing Bill on the beach and can always tell its him even from a distance because of the shape of his hat

David Calvo and friends Traci, Barbara, and Susan going for a freezing cold morning swim

PiPl Ambassador Jonathan Golding, adding more signs this morning to reflect the Plover’s  expanding range as they gain in confidence

18 day-old Piping Plover Chicks