martinez@rodan.acs.syr.edu (Kenneth Mtz. (YONIX)) (02/17/91)
From: martinez@rodan.acs.syr.edu (Kenneth Mtz. (YONIX))
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Subject: RED TAILED HAWKS
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It was very exciting to go to L.A. this past week!!! The weather
was incredible compared to that up here in Syracuse. Although the
purpose of my trip was related to a Career Conference for Engineers,
the most exciting thing that happened was related to birds.
Let me explain myself. The last day I was there, we were swimming at
the Universal City Hilton's pool, suddenly I felt something flying not
too hi above us. My friends thought I was going crazy. They didn't
understand that above us were two beautyful red tailed hawks!!!!
Even when I told them what they were they weren't at all overwhelmed.
I guess one only gets too appreciate such performance after not being
in touch with these hunters for a while, and having shared some of
his/her most exciting moments with'm.
( I used to train hawks in Mexico, or should I say THEY used to train
me, and one of my favorites was infact a poor Red tailed hawk that
despite some idiot's negligence (from whom we stole the bird) had managed
to overcome an awful diet this guy was giving him (I don't even want to
mention) and exhibit some of the most beautyful flights I've ever seen.
( I really haven't seen "enough" )
Well anyway, these two beautyful L.A. residents seemed to be very
acquainted with the Hilton, and even perched on the front poles
next to another royal bird, this one a not so lively symbol.
It was quite an experience watching both birds almost caressing
each other while at flight. They'd get real close, like whispering
something about the jealous observer below, and then would take
separate winds to circle some spot and then make fun of me again.
Honestly, if you ever have a chance to go to such place, specially
for free!!! like I did, don't hesitate and visit the spot. Maybe
after visiting Universal Studios right next to it, you can stop
by the Hilton around 6:00 pm. and see for yourself how nature
manages to survive even in not so friendly environments.
Wishing you had been there... flying next to me(us).
Kenneth B. Martinez