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I have just returned from a walk to Caol Ila passing the Heatherhouse. The weather has become quite friendly and the sun is doing its best to burn away the remaining clouds from the rain front that passed us yesterday, and so far it looks like the sun is on the winning hand. Temps are quite high and it feels very humid. I didn't see much wildlife, the Roe Deer that are usually present were gone, perhaps due to the larger amount of traffic on the Port Askaig road due to the closure of Port Ellen. I did see some gold finches and I heard the always present Cuckoo and dozens of song birds which I can't identify but enjoyed very much. The pictures are perhaps not of the best quality because I took the wee camera with me! Later this morning we're probably off to Loch Gruinart or thereabouts. Have a nice day!

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Mon, 02 May 2011 10:38:00 -0700 Monday on Islay - A Bit of Everything http://isleofislay.posterous.com/monday-on-islay-a-bit-of-everything http://isleofislay.posterous.com/monday-on-islay-a-bit-of-everything

I had a walk on the Bunnahabhain road early this morning to practice my "wildlife photographing skills" when somebody stopped their car and lowered the window..... It was Gordon Yates and his wife, a lovely surprise. Later in the morning we left for Port Ellen and had a lovely time at the beach and around the village. The Port Ellen Hotel is progressing really well. Projected opening time is June, as in next month!! Port Ellen is quiet without the ferries coming in but lovely as ever. The afternoon was spent around the cottage and I went for a wee walk to my "favourite tree" near Ardnahoe. We had some more clouds in the afternoon but the weather is still gorgeous. If all goes well we will be heading for Jura tomorrow. Have a nice evening!

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Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:25:51 -0700 Heatherhouse and Paps of Jura http://isleofislay.posterous.com/heatherhouse-and-paps-of-jura http://isleofislay.posterous.com/heatherhouse-and-paps-of-jura
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This is a view from the Bunnahabhain Road after you’ve passed Persabus farm. One of the best views on Islay if you ask me. Next time you’re here stop and enjoy the silence and the breathtaking views.

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