Best Heron shots I've seen

I've seen herons many a time in the valley where I live, (they're migratory out of necessity) and I've tried to snap one as it takes off, but to no avail. I'll have to sit more patiently to watch and capture one, but the mozzies and black flies make me think twice

This summer I'll try not to be such a wimp. That and smothering myself with Deep Woods Off!