Groundhog Day?

I thought Groundhog Day was in the spring. I guess I was wrong. In all the time I have spent in the bush around here, this is only the second time that I have come across them

 It could be that with the colder weather, he is looking for a place to den up. Anyway he was not shy, but kept a good eye on Daphne and myself.

 He liked to pose! He would disappear for a bit then come part way out. Now that I know where he is, I will do a quieter job of sneaking up. 

 Yep, definitely a wary eye! 

Groundhog Day

I was fortunate today to find this groundhog making a den. He wouldn't come all the way out, but I know where he is, and I will see him again!

He was pretty laid back when he wasn't tossing dirt out.

I was fortunate to see his tail flick as I was going past. It is pretty hard to see the den otherwise.

His little paws are kind of weird.

Time for a quick look around!