WINTER Comes to Concord

STORY AND PHOTOS BY DAVE WITHERBEE

FAIRHAVEN BAY The glows reflecting off ice at the shoreline are enchanting.

BLUEBIRD: When we need something to brighten up our day, a wintering bluebird can often help.

GREAT MEADOWS When we want to take a walk after sitting by a warm fire, we can find an afternoon glow like this one at Great Meadows.

BLACK SQUIRREL: Black squirrels are morphs of gray squirrels and are fun to see, especially in the snowy winter. They know how to use a good blanket to stay warm.

HERON: If the ice is not hiding his lunch, he is fine in the winter months. He’s tough!

CEDAR WAXWING: This handsome guy is fulfilling his name. He is dining on cedar berries.

BARRED OWL: For some, winter is a time to chill out, fluff up, and take a nap.

ASSABET RIVER: Winter provides us with wonderful contrasts of light, dark, and warm colors if we get out to view them.