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Harriet embodies the essence of Motherhood. She is honored and celebrated on this day and every day. Harriet reared and nurtured her offspring over the years with gentleness and firmness. She imparted courage and strength to them from their early beginnings. Harriet’s powerful young raptors embarked into Eagle life carrying lessons from their legendary Mom. Harriet supported her partners, Ozzie and then M15. They each followed her lead in her goal to grace the world with new life. They were loyal to their commitment and worked in perfect harmony to… Read More »Happy Mother’s Day Harriet, Legendary Eagle Mom

Well, look at who we see this morning! It was determined by vocals, of course, that E22 is in the area. What a welcome sight! E22 was perching on the fence and comfortably enjoying the new views. E22 took off for a flight around the pasture as a horse approached. Dad arrived on the treetop perch, E22 flew to a low branch on the nest tree. E22 then flew off to the snag in the pasture. Great flying! M15 went to the ground with food near the pond and tried… Read More »SWFEC Nest Notes: What a Beautiful Morning!

E21 and E22 are turning 12 weeks old and are just about full-grown. When Dad delivers food to the nest, they appear equal to or even larger than him. E21 and E22 are stunning young Eagles on the verge of following the path of those who came before them. They are thriving despite the challenges faced since Harriet’s mysterious absence. Dad has excelled as a solo parent, and Mom has imparted her resilience and invincibility to these beauties. E21 and E22 have surpassed many milestones throughout their time in the… Read More »SWFEC Nest Notes: INVINCIBLE Beauties

E21 and E22 are turning seven weeks old and are impressive Eaglets as they grow in greatness. They are thriving, and their presence in the nest is stunning. They are ahead of many milestones already. E21 and E22 are mastering self-feeding and are acutely aware of their surroundings. E22 is more confident and assertive at mealtime. Both exercise sprawling wings in the breeze. E21 is braving the boundaries and standing on the nest rails to look out of the nest. E21 and E22 gather valuable lessons each day. Since Mom,… Read More »SWFEC Nest Notes: Hope Abounds For The Eagle Family

E21 and E22 are just over three weeks old and are sprouting up and out everywhere. They have big yellow feet and wings with the beginnings of flight feathers emerging. They are tall enough to peek above the nest rails at the world below. E21 and E22 explore the nest, work on balance, and practice flapping growing wings. Days are composed of eating and sleeping, which results in tremendous growth spurts. Harriet and M15 are providing abundant food supplies for their ravenous babies. E21 and E22 have sampled a variety… Read More »SWFEC Nest Notes: See How We have Grown!

Harriet and M15 began the New Year by welcoming bobbling babies E21 and E22. Each Eaglet hatched after working hard, breaking out of the eggs in the cover of nighttime. Harriet and M15 provide exceptional care for their just over one-week-old little treasures. E21 and E22 grow fast and strong from plentiful meals and lots of sleep in the warm sun or tucked below Mom or Dad. E21 and E22 are less than three days apart, and their time as nestmates and siblings has been mostly calm. Sparring matches for… Read More »SWFEC Nest Notes: Overnight Deliveries and Perfect Teamwork (1/16/2023)