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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

Weekly Nest Notes- It’s Go Time!

Harriet and M15 greeted the morning and each other on the old cam tree in the pasture bright and early on October 1, the first official day of the 2016/2017 Nesting Season. They were in full work mode that day adding sticks and grasses to their nest. Over the last few years it seemed as if the Seasons had no definitive end or beginning. Harriet and M15 have worked steadily since the end of August rebuilding the original nest that started disintegrating and eventually collapsed. This may be a symbolic… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes- It’s Go Time!

A Week of “Firsts”- Weekly Nest Notes

E7 and E8 are excelling in their skills and many milestones are being realized along the way. E8 had been observing E7’s technique fly hopping from branch to branch all week. E8’s big event was to step up to the spike extension branch just off the nest for an official first “branch”. E8 continued to develop courage moving back to the nest and then a first hop up to the veranda branch. E8’s confidence was boosted and an effortless first trip to the porch branch was accomplished. E7 and E8… Read More »A Week of “Firsts”- Weekly Nest Notes

Weekly Nest Notes- Strength & Courage

Harriet and M15 perch and observe the progress nearly grown E7 and E8 have made over the last few months. If Eagles have feelings, Mom and Dad seem to have a sense of pride in their unfailing efforts as E7 and E8 display great use of the lessons they are receiving. Mom and Dad have equally shared in delivering a wide menu of fish and prey teaching that food is available in many forms. E7 and E8 are learning how to feed themselves no matter what is presented. As each… Read More »Weekly Nest Notes- Strength & Courage

First Steps to Freedom- Weekly Nest Notes

E7 mustered up the courage to take what must have felt like a giant leap from the security of the nest for the first time on March 29 at 10:08 am. E7 experienced the taste of freedom using the “veranda” or “step up branch” for beginning the new adventure. The spark is ignited and E7 is gaining more and more confidence leaving the nest and seeking out other nearby branches. E7 discovered the “spike branch” and the “porch branch” moving between them and back to the nest with ease. Wing… Read More »First Steps to Freedom- Weekly Nest Notes

Changing by the Minute- Weekly Nest Notes

E7 and E8 are looking more like juvenile Eagles than fuzzy little eaglets as they change daily. Their adult like feathers appear to be popping out by the minute. Soon it will be hard to tell who is who. Their interactions change from peaceful snuggling to rivalry as they learn from one another and Mom and Dad. E7 and E8 build strong legs and wings by walking and “wingersizing” as the breezy weather continues. Both are more aware of their surroundings and the world beyond the nest. E7 is still… Read More »Changing by the Minute- Weekly Nest Notes

Progressing and Practicing- Weekly Nest Notes

E7 and E8 are developing many new Eaglet behaviors and practicing these skills. There are subtleties in their growth and progression each day that are amazing to witness. E8 is honing stealthy ways to avoid stronger more aggressive sibling E7 and to get a share of the meal offerings. E8’s speed and courage increase with each bite grabbed and fear is fading. M15 is an excellent hunter and provider for the family. Harriet, a seasoned hunter in her own right, has also done her fair share in meal selections. There… Read More »Progressing and Practicing- Weekly Nest Notes

Growing Stronger- Weekly Nest Notes

Nest mates E7 and E8 are progressing each day as young eaglets. E7 has been mastering aggressiveness and is mostly first to eat at meal delivery. E8 gains courage and learns new ways to get to the food by staying out of the way and slowly making a move when the time is right. E8 is becoming more assertive and eager grabbing a good share at mealtime. All these skills are valuable for young Eagles to learn for their survival. Their growth and lessons are in high gear as Mom… Read More »Growing Stronger- Weekly Nest Notes

Weathering the Storms- Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15 greet each other in the early mornings as they exchange places in the nest. Each assumes their duty with serious dedication. There are brief times when they meet on the old cam snag where Harriet reminds M15 of her dominant role in their partnership. They share moments of mating to strengthen their bond to each other. They excel in their teamwork to protect the nest from any intruders entering their territory. Several heavy storms with srong winds swept through the area with no break in the action… Read More »Weathering the Storms- Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15’s Solid Bond- Weekly Nest Notes

Harriet and M15 are becoming more and more in sync as they continue their well timed turns at incubating. In a few short weeks their team work will hopefully reward them with two beautiful eaglets hatching into the world. Harriet and M15 have labored tirelessly to ensure this will happen. Harriet takes the overnight shift but has been seen coaxing M15 to get up and off the eggs. She uses the gentlest nudges and soft vocals in her communication to him. M15 is a great defender of his precious cargo.… Read More »Harriet and M15’s Solid Bond- Weekly Nest Notes