A Big White

The day when we returned to Oregon, we made a stop at a picnic/boat launching area on the Columbia River.  We had a quick lunch and I looked around for birds in flight.  Then there came a big white bird flying toward me without fear.

Who is that?

"I am an American White Pelican.  In summer, we visit

 northern states, while in winter I stay in California, Texas, and/or Mexico."

"We are different from other pelicans who dive for food;

 instead, we dip our bills into the water while swimming."

As we sped home, we saw a beautiful Mt. Hood.  Nice to be back.