Finally going to bird Amity Pond, had located the natural area on a previous road trip through Pomfret, north of Woodstock, although we were on the opposite side of the property.
The story goes that best friends live on opposite sides of the pond and would both walk there to meet and spend the day together picnicking at the tiny pond near the crest of the hill. So, the area became known as Amity’s Pond. The property was donated to the state to be maintained as a natural area with no motorizes vehicles allowed. The trails and shelters have not been well cared for, but seemed to be a popular place for hikers.
We had our picnic lunch on a big boulder at the side of the road.
Didn't see many birds, but discovered a butterfly paradise. Most common was Wood Nymph - at least 50 - and in numerous locations. I managed to photo a Great Spangled Fritillary well enough for documentation. Best of all was the American Copper - a lifer for me. Photo isn't magazine quality by any means, but it is good enough for ID documentation.
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| Wood Nymph |
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| Great Spangled Fritillary |
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| American Copper |
Thought I had nabbed another lifer, but turned out to be a variation of the Common Ringlet.
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| Common Ringlet |
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