Photo Caption for Charlie the Barred Owl Fledgling:
Charlie, our 2026 barred owl fledgling, makes two short flights into view at 7:22 PM CDT on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at the Laurie (Loucks) Burt Wildlife Sanctuary. A cottontail rests on one side, squirrels chatter on the other, and Charlie sits in the glow of the setting sun. Part of Lisa Investigates™, an upcoming column, podcast, and series of reports for a book covering life experiences, wildlife behavior, legal and criminal issues, health, and business.
Filmed Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 7:22 PM CDT
On the evening of Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 7:22 PM CDT, I witnessed a quiet and powerful moment at the Laurie (Loucks) Burt Wildlife Sanctuary. Charlie, our 2026 barred owl fledgling, made two short flights into view as I paused during a daily check of one of the oaks. A cottontail rested on one side, squirrels chattered on the other, and Charlie sat calmly in the warm glow of the setting sun—an image of balance and fragile coexistence.
These moments remind me why this work matters. We are currently battling to protect this land and the wildlife that depend on it. People have been damaging this land, and we are working hard to preserve the habitat and the creatures who call it home.
I ask for your prayers and support for the sanctuary and all the creatures who call it home.
Thank you,
Lisa Loucks-Christenson
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Lisa Loucks-Christenson is an investigative journalist, author, and photographer who studies nature and shoots award-winning photos. Her eye has been behind cameras and movie cameras as early as age 8, and her crayons preceded her in her first tell-all coloring adaptation of Sleeping Beauty at age 3. Her illustrations, covers, and books have earned multiple awards and #1 Amazon Hot New Release accolades. Content is licensed through her syndicate. Lisa Investigates™ covers life experiences, wildlife behavior, legal and criminal issues, health, and business, with Lisa gathering original content and stories daily.
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