67 Days until the US Open at Chambers Bay

I have been walking Chambers Creek Properties for years. I have been carrying a camera since 2009. With the US Open coming to the Chambers Bay Golf Course, which is part of the property, I have decided to share a picture each day for the 365 days leading up to the tournament. The US Open is scheduled to begin on June 18, 2015. As of today, we are 67 days away. For a more complete collection of my local photos, visit https://www.flickr.com/photos/maritimeorca/tags/chamberscreekproperties/

Today's Picture:

Taken on April 12, 2014

What I wrote when I posted this one to Flickr: This Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) landed awkwardly on a branch. Trying to reposition itself, the branch snapped. It ended up upside down holding onto another branch. I took a few shots, but I decided not to stick around too long. The owl appeared stressed, and I felt that it would be better to give it some space. Last I saw, it appeared to be flying (right side up!) low before disappearing behind a hill. I didn't hear any crashing or anything like that, but I kind of wish that I saw it after that to know it was safe. Fortunately, I found all three kids the following day.