[obol] barn owl night

[Linda Fink]

The barn owl fledglings were more visible last night than usual because 
of the full moon. At 10:30 p.m., when I finally did chores, they were 
perched on the roof and prow of the barn, flying about, screaming, 
begging, and (dare I say?) having a good time. Four or five owls (some 
young, some adult) were visible at any one moment.

If anyone wants to witness the scene, you are welcome to come tonight. 
I'd suggest arriving about 8 p.m. so you can sit by the pond and watch 
the 2 resident beavers before the owls begin their show (usually 
starting by 9 p.m.). The beaver are determined to completely block all 
flow of water out of our pond. Every morning, I undo their night's 
labor, or as much of it as I can. They're pretty amazing.

Linda Fink, near Grand Ronde, Yamhill Co.
503-879-5354 if you're planning on coming tonight (Sat., June 30)