As most of you know, part of my job is to monitor two bald eagle nests. We were so excited to observe that each nest produced two chicks this year. One of the nests is located in the Knapp of Reeds area in a very old, dead pine tree. We all thought this was an odd location because usually the adults pick live pine trees because they provide a lot of cover.
I just received an email from a volunteer who helps to monitor the nest. He stated he went out Sunday to look at the nest and one of the storms we had last week managed to blow over the tree the nest was in. He said he spotted one of the adults but was unable to view any of the chicks with his binoculars.
Josh and I are planning to go out tomorrow to see if we can get to the tree to see if we find any chicks. The tree is in a marshy area. Too shallow for the boat and too deep to walk in. I don't know how we will be able to get out there. I am keeping my fingers crossed that the chick were able to fledge the nest before it fell. Although in my mind I know it is still a bit early.
Will post more when I get more information.
