A strange call comes from a flushed Pipit as 14 year old Jimmy walks across the croftlands. The inquisitive young man follows the bird and sees unusual white markings. Later the boy recounts his observation of white mantle stripes and the swooping movement in flight to his father George (Fieldy) Stout and house guest, the […]
Author: Tommy H. Hyndman
I moved to Fair Isle,Shetland Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom Nov. 2006 with my wife & son. Among British birdwatchers Fair Isle is legendary for rare migrant birds occasionally found in my own garden. Originally from Saratoga Springs, New York, USA. we help boost the islands population to 65 souls. We now live in the Auld Haa House built for the Laird in the early 1700’s. What history! What a view! I’m an “Artist” though it is not easy to finding the time to sculpt or paint around here. I have an Artist Studio and Gallery/Shop at the South Lighthouse. I also have reinstated the Fair Isle Lighthouse Keepers Golf Course on the nearby croft land. Occasionally I play around? With my wife’s help I run and cook for our Auld Haa Guesthouse, with all those guest it keeps me pretty busy. A few hours every month I train as a member of H.M. Coastguard Search & Rescue Team. I have been a life long sport fisherman, since moving I have also become an enthusiastic birdwatcher. I share our adventures with friends & family. Media interest surrounded our move and choices, so people all over the world like to see if we are still alive. Birdwatchers wonder what bird is next? I promote Fair Isle by attracting visitors and worldwide awareness of Fair Isle, it’s knitting & heritage on my personal blog called... you guessed it "Fair Isle" (http://fair-isle.blogspot.com) I just love showing this truly amazing place to everyone, most especially my 11 year old son. Cheers Tommy H. Hyndman