Cannon Beach, Oregon 2009

Originally uploaded by mnirishman

Watch for the many rare and spectacular birds that can be seen here. Haystack Rock is the closest accessible observation point to see tufted puffins
during their spring and summer nesting seasons. Tens of  thousands of common murres can be seen in spring and summer on Bird Rocks near Chapman Point. Many varieties of shorebirds are spotted on beaches and estuaries during spring and fall migrations. Look for a variety of seabirds and
ducks in fall and winter. From spring to early fall, pelicans can be observed soaring just above the waves or diving into the water with a splash. See bald eagles and peregrine falcons as they patrol the coast year-round.

You can read more about Cannon Beach here.

What an adorable flag! It comes in two sizes: Standard (40 inches by 40 inches and 1.9 ounces) and Garden (18 inches by 18 inches and 0.3 ounces).

Audubon Flag, Atlantic Puffin

Puffin Poster

(You can click on the poster to buy it!)

Paul A. Lanquist is a Northwest artist who currently lives near Mt. St. Helens Washington with his wife and family. Paul is a dedicated outdoor enthusiast, has been a commercial artist and Illustrator for 20 years and has worked for a variety of companies such as Fred Meyer, Danner Boots, GI Joe’s, Whole Foods, Luhr Jensen, and Princess Cruise Lines. His unique style captures the rugged, quaint, friendly and dignified personality of life in United States and Canada. Paul believes that part of being a good illustrator is learning to build from past experience and to study the work of other American illustrators. Through the years Paul has gravitated to the work of illustrators from the 20′s, 30′s, and 40′s that use color and design to communicate their ideas in a straightforward way. The natural beauty of America is another important influence in Paul’s work. By combining the nostalgic look and feel of the past with the spectacular scenery of this country, Paul has created destination and travel items that capture the beauty and lifestyle found there.

Antonia Phillips is a Dorset artist and has does some fantastic seascapes and wildlife paintings. Her website is www.antoniaphillips.co.uk/index.htm . Bought from the artist. Image size 8.5inch x 7inch

One of our young readers had a birthday this week! And we wanted to wish her a very, very happy birthday! When we told the Maddhatress about our new friend having a birthday—she painted her a couple of happy birthday pictures! We scanned them in and here they are…

Happy Birthday from the Maddhatress (and Puffinpalooza.com)

Picture #2…for twice the fun!

And a second Happy Birthday from the Maddhatress and Puffinpalooza.com

See the puffin peeking out of the teapot door? Cute! Thanks Maddhatress and we hope our new friend had a wonderful birthday!