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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

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

Weathering the Storm- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 13

Strong thunderstorms with high winds swept through the area last evening. Harriet was at the nest to give shelter to E4 while the storm raged on. The cameras were affected but there were glimpses throughout the day from a few camera views and reports from watchful ground observers.  What is known is that Ozzie, Harriet and E4 weathered the storm and went on with their daily activities. It appeared that Ozzie and Harriet brought fresh fish to feed E4 and did some tidying up of the nest. E4 is still… Read More »Weathering the Storm- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 13

Easy Breeze Monday- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 10

It was a beautiful, sunny and breezy start to the morning at the nest. Ozzie’s early morning delivery arrived with fur today and looked like an opossum who possibly met its demise crossing the road. E4 tracked Dad’s flight in and rushed to see what the food for the day was. E4 watched as Dad de-furred and waited to be fed. Mom stepped in to finish the meal and E4’s crop was very full.  Ozzie had free time today, took a bath in the pond and perched in one of… Read More »Easy Breeze Monday- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 10

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

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

E4 Standing Strong- Nest Notes, Videos & Photos for Feb 5

I broke out of my shell and came into the world at 10:21 am on Christmas Day, 2013 with the help of my sibling E3. I looked up to my sibling and let E3 take the lead. I became submissive to E3’s needs. My sibling helped me break out of my shell in more ways than one. I learned to overcome my fears and became courageous. I rose up from my shyness and took a stand. I gained the strength I needed to get my needs met.  When the time… Read More »E4 Standing Strong- Nest Notes, Videos & Photos for Feb 5

Staying Positive- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 3

Ozzie, Harriet and sweet E4 appeared to tread very carefully and mindfully of E3’s still little body as it lay in the center of the nest. In Ozzie and Harriet’s world reality seems simple. They may mourn their loss in whatever way Eagles do but their instinct proves they must carry out their obligation to care for E4 and each other. Mom and Dad brought fish and prey to hungry E4 who greeted their arrivals eagerly with very vocal chattering. E4 has learned lessons very well, stepping up aggressively for… Read More »Staying Positive- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Feb 3

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

A Sad Day- Statement on E3’s Passing

It is with heavy hearts, we bring you an update on E3- this season’s elder eaglet: After a few days of a noticeable behavior change, E3’s health deteriorated and passed away in the nest early this morning.   While we may never know what caused the death of E3, we hope the documented videos and reports will help educate biologists and researchers & possibly save future eagles/eaglets. We all mourn together with the reminder that we are merely observers; given the rare and unique opportunity to witness these eagles in the… Read More »A Sad Day- Statement on E3’s Passing