After seven months spent in their winter quarters out of the worst of the winter and spring weather the cows, their calves and the bull are back in the fields around Aber. It is great to see them back. A couple of months ago the fields were all top dressed with a thick coat of manure but now the effects of all those nutrients is evident in the lush green grass. The cows obviously appreciate the space and have been trotting around with their calves in tow. For most of the calves the big wide world is new to them and they are exploring their new environment while keeping a close eye on Mum at the same time. The bull is obviously master of all he surveys.
This is the longest period that the cattle have been inside and they were due out last week but the weather was so cold and wet it would have been too risky for the young calves that are not acclimatized yet. Yesterday's sunny weather seemed to suit them fine.
Although it was quite windy yesterday I was able to take up my first (and probably last) flying lesson from Leading Edge Flying School in Cumbernauld. It was given me as a birthday present last year and I thought I had better make the most of the fine weather before the Experience Ecosse voucher expired. Given that it was still very windy and it was a very, very small two seater Cessna plane we were flying, I was a bit nervous. Once airborne, however all my fears vanished as I took in the amazing sights below. By special request we flew over Gartocharn, the Dumpling and Aber and I was able to take some photos. Not the best but it was good to
see these local landmarks from a different angle and look down on my house from above.
I was able to point out to the young pilot/instructor the Highland fault line which divides the Highlands from the Lowlands and which is clearly visible running through Conic Hill and out to Inchcailloch. It really was a fantastic experience.
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