I put the trail cam in the backyard last night. It's been a while since I set it up. The cold overnight winter temperatures drained the batteries too quickly. I thought I would try again.

Each time that I bring the memory card in for viewing, it's like opening a box when you don't know what is inside. A bit of excitement is felt when I see that images were recorded. It is so much fun going through the photos. You just don't know what to expect.

Last night the deer showed up around 8pm. There were no inquisitive ones. Once in awhile they will investigate the infrared flash and I'll end up with a close up of a nose. 

There was no investigating; only a quick trip in and out of the yard. I think I'll leave the camera out for the next few evenings to see who else comes roaming out of the darkness. 

I know the skunks are awake. Their aroma has filled the air a couple of times this week. I hope they don't become regulars in the yard; been there done that. That's a tale for another time.

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