Walking in the woods I notice a man with binoculars looking at the tree tops. I stop more that a safe distance from him. We acknowledge each other and engage in a conversation yelling to be heard over the roar of the river. I hear a loud bird call and ask him what was that. He stated that it is a Barred Owl and gave me information on what that call meant and why this type of owl was active during the day. I have heard that call for over 25 years wondering what animal was making it.
We parted ways maneuvering safely past each other. He calls out and says “strange times”.
Indeed: The woods/state park behind my house is now closed due to the coronavirus.
Reflections 