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Weekly Nest Notes- Fine Tuning the Details

Harriet and M15 are making great strides as they ready the nest. Most early mornings find them either perched in the nest tree or nearby. M15 is usually first to the nest taking notice of what materials are needed. He is then off in a flash scoping out the trees for that perfect stick or to the ground looking for more grasses. His biggest find was a huge air plant/bromeliad which he tried to return to the nest only to lose is in the process.  Harriet likes to add fresh… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes- Fine Tuning the Details

Weekly Nest Notes: Dedicated to the Goal

Harriet and M15 continued their efforts in preparation for egg laying. As the time nears, their behaviors become more purposeful. Their closeness and bonding sessions are frequent and they are spending most of the overnight hours together on the nest tree. Large branches and sticks along with fluffy grasses are brought in making the nest solid and comfy. M15 likes to dig in and lie in the nest bowl to give it the softness test. Harriet observes from above and at times voices her approval. Her mood seems to have… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: Dedicated to the Goal

Weekly Nest Notes: Togetherness & Teamwork

Harriet and M15 have been spending more time at the nest as the season is progressing. They display their skills grabbing sticks from trees on the fly. M15 excels  in his abilities finding perfect nest materials, delivering them to the nest and placing them in just the right spot or where ever Harriet decides. She contributes to the building adding fresh pine and materials and “helping” M15 with nestorations as she oversees the tasks.   M15 has become an accomplished hunter and delivered a variety of food offerings to Harriet.… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: Togetherness & Teamwork

Nest Notes Extra: Happy Mother’s Day Harriet!

Harriet savors her time of renewal as an active and successful nesting season winds down. She can be found at times perching in the far reaches of the territory enjoying a meal, relaxing and preening.  Her sights are still set on preservation of the home front as she makes occasional appearances and delivers sticks or fresh pine boughs to her nest. Harriet has selflessly given of herself and is the mainstay that holds her family together.  She reigns over her domain with control and fierceness balanced with nurturing and tenderness.… Read More »Nest Notes Extra: Happy Mother’s Day Harriet!

Weekly Nest Notes: Seeking New Horizons

The week began with E11 making an appearance after being away for a few days.  E10 and E11 perched in the nest tree overnight and on the snag trees the next morning. After a good rest and a filling meal, E11 took to the skies.  It seemed that E10 was again the solo Juvenile Eagle in the pasture and now spending quality time with Mom and Dad. One morning, Dad treated E10 to a breakfast fish after which E10 flew off toward Yonder Pond. Since there have not been any… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: Seeking New Horizons

Weekly Nest Notes: The Call of Adventure

Life in the pasture became quieter and more serene with long stretches between sightings of E10, E11, Harriet, and M15. Mom made fewer appearances in the nest area, E10 and E11 were off exploring areas away from the territory and reliable Dad still made occasional food drops to the nest or pasture. E10 and E11 may have been following Harriet and M15 to their favorite places to observe their hunting and fishing techniques.  As Nesting Season nears the end, the time to follow the call of their own adventure is… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: The Call of Adventure

Weekly Nest Notes: Preparing for Eagle Life

E10 and E11 score top marks in all areas of their growth and learning. Their stature is beautifully impressive and strong and their grasp on the ways of Eagle life is incredible. Harriet and M15 deserve full credit for their tireless and unfailing guidance and education in survival imparted to these two amazing Juvenile Eagles. They will be well equipped with heightened instincts and indelible lessons in securing food and avoiding danger. They practice asserting dominance and fierceness as they progress into life as Raptors. These needed skills and characteristics… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: Preparing for Eagle Life

Weekly Nest Notes: Confident and Fearless

E10 and E11 take heed to their natural instincts and curiosities as they are called to the far reaches of their territory exploring the outer ponds and pastures flying with confidence and strength. Skill and courage are evident as they soar higher and longer in their daily excursions seeking out new adventures.  Each had the experience of losing their footing and hanging upside down from a branch before figuring out how to let go and fly off. E10 and E11 have been almost tethered together as they have grown and… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: Confident and Fearless

Weekly Nest Notes: Wonder to Wander

E10 and E11 are awake and active at first light, filled with renewed energy and curiosity. There is a twinkle in their eyes as they wonder where their next flight will take them. Then in a flash, they are off to wander to new places. They have been observed soaring high up in the thermals to areas beyond the pasture. They have discovered Yonder Pond across the road where they can perch in peace from the pesky crows. It has been a challenge to keep up with these thrill-seeking Juveniles.… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: Wonder to Wander

Weekly Nest Notes: Limitless Lessons

Harriet and M15 have imparted many lessons to their Juvenile offspring, E10 and E11, who have been making serious strides in their skill levels. They have equally broken through most barriers including leaving the nest pasture flying across the busy road possibly to the river. They displayed mock aerial battles as they fly with strength and confidence. Their independence is becoming more apparent as they roost away from the nest tree overnight. Dad circled the pasture with a fish catch to teach E10 and E11 to give chase, follow the… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes: Limitless Lessons