Thrill of a (short) lifetime

Not the best capture of the Black-capped Chickadee, but it was a special moment in this young man's life : ) It was the very first time he had ever had a Chickadee on his hand - he's a newbie birder. Though he already seemed like a keen young man, a special treat like this can often trigger a life-long love of nature and wildlife. Taken between Bebo Grove and Shannon Terrace, Fish Creek Park on 14 January 2013.