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All in a Day’s Workout- Weekly Nest Notes

E9 greeted the morning of the 8th week since hatch day with vocals to Mom and Dad who were perched on the attic branch just above the nest. They seemed to answer back with their “Good Morning” vocals. E9’s eagerness and energy gave way to exercising and strengthening of mighty wings. E9 caught the breezes and fly hopped with feet leaving the nest momentarily and landing on the railing. E9 is feeling confident on the nest edge looking over the rails to the happenings below. The nearest branch awaits E9… Read More »All in a Day’s Workout- Weekly Nest Notes

Eagle Lessons Continue: Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15’s teamwork in providing E9 with valuable lessons reaps big rewards. At just over 7 weeks old E9 is keenly aware of all that goes on and is quick to act when Mom or Dad return to the nest. E9 tracks their approach and rushes to see what they are bringing. While expecting food, E9 grabbed Dad’s toe as he delivered a stick not wanting to let go. Mom flew in with an air plant and was met with bite on the neck from E9 who wanted a… Read More »Eagle Lessons Continue: Weekly Nest Notes

Milestones Toward Success- Weekly Nest Notes

Magnificent sunrises, beautiful sunsets and the bright full moon over the territory served as stunning backdrops for the activities of Harriet, M15 and E9. Mom and Dad continue providing their not so little E9 with all that is necessary for growth and learning. M15 proves his great hunting skills by presenting fish, fowl and a few mammals to the nest. Mom and Dad begin eating to encourage E9 to step in and grab bites and E9 snatched a first time steal from Dad gulping it down. E9 begins to self… Read More »Milestones Toward Success- Weekly Nest Notes

Profiles of Courage- Weekly Nest Notes

E9 is progressing and displaying many changes in appearance and behavior. Tufts of downy light feathers are being replaced with new dark juvenile feathers as wing and tail feathers are emerging at a fast pace. E9 stands for longer periods of time and takes more steps across the nest as balance and strength allow upright walking and flapping of beautiful growing wings. E9 gained confidence teetering on the edge of the nest watching the world below as onlookers gasped. Meal deliveries see a more aggressive E9 rush to the food… Read More »Profiles of Courage- Weekly Nest Notes

Change is in the Air- Weekly Nest Notes

E9 turned 4 weeks old and was treated to a fish gift from Dad that was received with energetic excitement. E9’s changing appearance and growth are occurring in dramatic fashion daily. E9 is sporting new thermal down and emerging wing, contour and tail juvenile feathers. E9’s feet and beak are approaching adult size and E9 has been picking at prey but not quite able to self feed. Standing upright and taking a step or two is helping to build E9’s leg muscles and coordination. Bold and persistent juvenile Eagles and… Read More »Change is in the Air- Weekly Nest Notes

Devotion & Dedication- Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15 continue to strengthen their bond to each other and to their offspring. Their story began under less than ideal circumstances. M15 arrived in the territory as a young adult and diligently strived to win Harriet over which was not an easy task. He stayed by her side dedicating himself to her and Harriet gradually accepted him as her mate. It is believed that a solid bond is not forged until an Eagle pair raises young together. Harriet and M15’s bond successfully produced 2 offspring last season. Harriet… Read More »Devotion & Dedication- Weekly Nest Notes

A Week of Firsts- Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15 have been diligently caring for their growing eaglet E9 throughout the week. Mom and Dad have had their schedules full hunting for prey and delivering fish to the nest to feed hungry E9 who is just over 2 weeks old and has grown to around one foot tall and weighs about 3 lbs. E9 has reached a few milestones this week including successfully climbing out of the nest bole for the first time using growing wings and feet. The beautiful weather allowed E9 to feel the warm… Read More »A Week of Firsts- Weekly Nest Notes

Growing Strong Quickly- Weekly Nest Notes

E9 is just over a week old growing stronger under the care and watchful eyes of Mom and Dad. Harriet shared in the hunting earlier in the week delivering fresh and still flopping fish to help stock the pantry. M15 continued to bring sticks and grasses to the nest. M15 also brought fish and his creative prey choices of which some were unrecognizable. Mom and Dad are meeting E9’s nutritional needs well with continuous solo and tandem feedings. E9’s development is progressing quickly as eaglets gain about a pound every… Read More »Growing Strong Quickly- Weekly Nest Notes

New Year, New Eaglet – Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15 began the New Year welcoming eaglet E9 who broke into the world on December 31, 2016 at 7:33 a.m. The chick began the hatching process two days earlier making a small crack or pip in the shell. E9’s struggle to be free is one of the first lessons of the hard work it takes to become a majestic Eagle. The first glimpses of this sweet little package of fluffiness and the gentle way Mom and Dad have in caring for E9 are amazing sights to behold. E9… Read More »New Year, New Eaglet – Weekly Nest Notes

Patience and Dedication- Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15 patiently perform their task at hand as the world around them bustles with activity. Mom and Dad share many hours incubating their precious eggs without hurry or worry. Slow and steady seems to be the way on their journey. They greet each day with purpose and their inherent abilities and skills serve them well in all their responsibilities. They remain aware and watchful to what goes on around them as they protect and defend their territory at this critical time. Their strength lies in their bond to… Read More »Patience and Dedication- Weekly Nest Notes