Seeing 2010 (#131)

For your consideration: a ferocious sighting of a beast which has undoubtedly remained steadfastly on guard duty, in the same stationary rooftop perch, for years if not decades. I've driven within eyesight of this wooden looming death countless times without noticing it, until only recently. Either this restrained predator is excellent at practicing stealth through silence, or I ought to consider looking up more often.

(On a related note, I went camping with wife, daughter, and an extended circle of friends this weekend; no sightings of this bear's cousins were reported during our stay. I'm grateful.)

Ursa Campbell, #0838

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Details: September 2, 2010; Canon 20D; f/8 @ 1/640; —1 EV; ISO 200; 100mm.

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