Apples & Hornets

I was mowing one of my overgrown fields (one of the few things I can do with one arm in a sling) when I noticed this apple tree that was loaded with small bright red apples. Time to check out the apples.



After getting close enough to get some apples I noticed this hornet's nest hiding in the branches of the tree.



These are very aggressive Bald-faced hornets and they weren't too happy with my mowing around their tree. Several of the hornets stood guard at the entrance and after being buzzed a few times I got their message and drove off without getting stung.