Owling in New Sweden, Part 1

A love letter to the world's most mysterious birds

Owls might be the most elusive birds. Nocturnal and secretive, they defy our human rhythms. They fly in pitch-dark silence, their stealth enshrouding them in veils of intrigue. Their infrequent hoots, whistles, and shrieks are often the only indication of their presence.

If you have a disability, owls are even harder to find. Wheelchairs can’t pierce the…