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Learning Lessons for E4- Nest Notes, Photos & Video for Feb 19

Early morning vocals were heard from Ozzie and Harriet as they perched together on the outer branch of the nest tree. E4 was already searching through the nest for bits of leftovers. Ozzie headed out for the morning hunt and arrived with a fresh fish and E4 rushed to mantle the food and grab for a share of the meal. E4 is perfecting stealing and feeding skills. E4 is very alert to activity especially Mom and Dad’s flights into the nest. E4 even mantled Mom’s grass delivery.  E4 did a… Read More »Learning Lessons for E4- Nest Notes, Photos & Video for Feb 19

A Day in E4’s Life- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 18

E4 began the day doing the things curious and growing eaglets do. Careful observance of Mom and Dad teaches E4 to move some sticks and grasses, look for “nestovers” and work on self feeding. Wing exercising, stretching and standing are improving as E4 gains more strength and balance. E4’s day was mostly peaceful and serene. E4 is very alert tracking Mom and Dad’s food deliveries and rushing in for a grab at the meal. Mom and Dad seem encourage E4 to help build skills needed to survive in the wild.… Read More »A Day in E4’s Life- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 18

Steady & Strong- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 17

E4 was greeted by the dawning of a new day and Mom’s early morning delivery of a small fish to the nest. E4 has been practicing the many skills needed to survive and grow into a beautiful adult Eagle. E4 spent the next part of the morning attempting to self feed, trying to coordinate standing on the fish and pulling it apart to get a few bites. Awkwardness is changing into steadiness as E4 stood tall and strong on the nest edge for most of the day.  Ozzie delivered a… Read More »Steady & Strong- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 17

Dedication and Determination- Nest Notes, Photos & Video – Feb. 16

Ozzie was on the job early bringing in fresh grass for the nest. E4 spent the morning preening all the new feathers that are quickly coming in. Mom and Dad began the hunt for food for themselves and growing E4. Ozzie was seen by ground observers catching and de-feathering a water bird near the pond. He made several attempts over the next few hours to bring the catch to the nest but was not successful because of the weight of the bird. Ozzie’s determination and dedication to provide for his… Read More »Dedication and Determination- Nest Notes, Photos & Video – Feb. 16

Wind & Wings- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos

It was going to be a windy day at the nest. E4 was up early with a full crop from yesterday’s large catfish dinner. Ozzie and Harriet began their morning with housekeeping duties, cleaning up the leftovers in the nest, eating some and feeding some to E4. Mom and Dad stopped in the nest for short visits and took turns on watch in the nest tree branches The gusts of wind may have caused E4 to lay low most of the day. There were several times when E4 was “wingersizing”… Read More »Wind & Wings- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos

Fish & More Fish! Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 11

Ozzie was the great fisherman today. He began the morning with a fresh catch delivery to hungry and waiting E4. Harriet soon arrived to finish the feeding. Mom seems to love her time feeding E4. There were lots of flights to and from the nest tree by Ozzie and Harriet that E4 watched and tracked with keen Eaglet eyes.  Harriet brought fresh pine again today and sticks for some “nestorations” and rail building. Ozzie’s hunting skills landed at least 4 more fish in the nest, some still flopping. E4 had… Read More »Fish & More Fish! Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 11

Growing Strong Bonds- Nest Notes, Photos & Video for Feb 9

The first meal of the day was delivered with white feathers. Harriet began the de-feathering process and it looked as if snow was flying in the nest. E4 joined in grabbing at feathers too. The afternoon was quiet and E4 took many long naps in the favorite spot near the edge of the nest. Mom offered E4 some needed shade from the hot afternoon sun. Ozzie arrived in the late afternoon with a fish and was greeted by eager E4 who stood though most of the feeding. E4 is growing… Read More »Growing Strong Bonds- Nest Notes, Photos & Video for Feb 9

E4’s Big Adventures- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb. 8

Mom stepped to the nest early this morning and fed some “nestovers” to E4. The chores for the day began. Ozzie and Harriet brought sticks and branches of fresh pine and pine cones maybe to fill the nest with good aromas after all the unusual food items found there today.  E4 had an adventurous day sitting on the nest edge, looking over and then up, chattering to Mom and Dad perched in the upper branch of the tree. Wing flapping and walking tall happen more and more as E4 gains… Read More »E4’s Big Adventures- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb. 8

Walking, Talk and Carrying Sticks- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb. 6

The day on the nest showed more growth, new activities and lots to learn for E4. Ozzie and Harriet spent time on and off the nest with E4 becoming very aware, tracking their moves and sounding greetings. E4 is very vocal with sweet chattering and seems to have a lot to say these days. Dad brought a fresh fish and Mom delivered fresh pine and branches. E4 rushed to see what each arrival was and became very excited when it was something to eat. E4 practiced balancing, standing, walking and… Read More »Walking, Talk and Carrying Sticks- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb. 6

Remembering E3- Nest Notes, Videos and Photos- Feb 2

In the quiet and peaceful early morning hours sweet E3 passed on to soar to greater heights. Little sibling E4 was there to comfort and help send E3 on her way. Some native cultures believe the Eagle carries prayers to the Creator. Many cultures have spiritual connections to Eagles believing they represent strength, knowledge, faith, courage, vision and freedom to mention a few. There are centuries old legends connecting man and eagles. We have learned many lessons by observing them. Although E3 was on the earth short time we were… Read More »Remembering E3- Nest Notes, Videos and Photos- Feb 2