Around 5 a.m. tomorrow morning, Orlando and Vicki Hidalgo will pack a few final things into the car, take one last look around and begin the drive to their new home in Naples, FL near birding hot spots such as Sanibel Island and Corkscrew Swamp. They will officially become “Snow Birds.”
Orlando will be remembered for his enthusiasm and energy. Vicki, the long suffering spouse, put up with his rising early in the morning to chase a rarity and often joined in birding treks near and far.
I first met them both about 14 years ago on a field trip I led to Cape May. Orlando was excited. Vicki took the group to a haunted house for dinner.
They will both be missed. I wish them good luck.
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