A Different Kind Of Bird

I see helicopters overhead from time to time but they're usually much smaller than this one and on their way to or from the hospital in Seattle, or part of a search and rescue operation on Mount Baker.  
I don't know what this one was doing but if Blipper Mark2013USA stops by I bet he'll know.  Something military-related maybe?

Ten goslings were out today with two moms.  They were a little too far away for a good shot but at least I know they're safe and sound.  I put a picture in Extra.