That thing with feathers

[kaph]

 A couple of weeks ago, on a Very Bad Day, I couldn't get any work done, so I put on my hiking clothes and headed for the hills.  It was a good hike, and there were lots of gorgeous wildflowers to see.  But I also had two great bird experiences: First, I startled a mother ruffed grouse with her chicks.  The chicks hop-flew, like the pullets when

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[emusnare]

Good ones! I've not seen either of those in MA, but grouse have about stopped my heart in surprise when I've spooked them while hiking in VT. I hope that Rowdy of the Meadow went back to her nest!