Here's Rita's story:  “I glanced out and saw what I was pretty sure was this big animal across at the neighbor’s driveway (they were not at home) so I  went outside to our front yard to look across the way, and within those couple of minutes this beautiful Black Bear had come to OUR front yard and came face to face with me about 20 feet away with quite a curious look on his/her face... just like me! I am so glad I was able to capture that funny expression and wonderful moment with my iPhone.”

The Bear has soil on his/her muzzle, probably from foraging for food, and was seen on the east side of The Sea Ranch.

Thanks to Rita for allowing me to share her photo with you here.

Windy again today, and clear skies. Temps are cooler today. The Mendonoma Coast is packed with visitors for the 4th of July holiday!