Gena Flanigen - Owlet Rescue

An old dead snag at the Flanigen farm had become a nesting spot for a pair of Barred Owls. It wasn’t the best choice for the owls. An owlet was found on the ground at the base of the dead snag on three consecutive days. Thanks to the heroic efforts of Kim Kilgore, a friend and licensed wildlife rehabilitation specialist, her husband Jimmy, and crew, the owls were relocated to the nesting box, which Jimmy built and installed. A few restless nights were spent worrying about the owlets due to the recent storms, wind, and cold temperatures until the new nesting box was placed beside the old dead snag. Kilgore took the first two babies with her for observation and care until they were ready for relocation. The last owlet was with the mother all morning until the nest box was installed. Gena will be forever thankful for Kim’s knowledge and efforts to save the owls. The relocation was a complete success and all three babies have fledged. Undoubtedly, the new residents of the farm will soon be captured by Gena’s viewfinder as she views the wildlife on her farm.