Dune lakes off limits to ATVs Oct 12, 2009
The Forest Service order also provides protection to a variety of unique species, such as the Western pond turtle, hoary elfin butterfly and bald eagles. Bog clubmoss, adder s-tongue and the western lily are also protected under the measure. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Statewide program puts volunteers in place to monitor birds of prey Oct 10, 2009
"But once they were placed on the endangered species list, they made a remarkable comeback. We now have over 1,200 nesting pairs in Florida, second in the lower 48 states behind Minnesota with more than 1,300 nesting pairs. We now have nesting bald eagles in every state of the lower 48. Of course, Alaska has the most with about 75,000 bald eagles." ... Of the approximately 600 bird the Birds of Prey Center takes in each year, 10 percent are bald eagles, according to White. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Photo of the Week Oct 10, 2009
In the park, they spotted grizzly bears, moose, wolves, bald eagles, and a lynx a rare sighting, even for locals. Ciulla said she snapped the winning shot with her Nikon D70, just as the sun was rising, around 7:15 a.m. I was a bit bummed out because it had been raining and snowing. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Setting off to find America Oct 7, 2009
I wanted to encounter grizzly bears and prairie dogs and elk and moose and bald eagles. I wanted to meet real cowboys, and real Indians. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Bucknell Field Hockey Blanked by Lock Haven 1-0 Oct 7, 2009
Goalkeeper (North Caldwell, N.J./West Essex) recorded seven saves in the game, but Bucknell (7-4) was unable to get past the Bald Eagles' (10-3) defense and managed just one shot on goal ... Both the Bison and the Bald Eagles got four shots off penalty corners with each o those attempts being turned away ... The Bald Eagles' Erin Terreson earned the shutout. (Bucknellbison.com)
Eagle killing case belongs in tribal court Oct 7, 2009
The judge noted that bald eagles are thriving and no longer protected under the Endangered Species Act. A limited harvest by American Indians, he added, is not considered a threat to the species. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Endangered wildlife finds haven in Tempe's Rio Salado Oct 5, 2009
Bald eagles frequented the area in the past but none were known to have offspring. "I've seen it out here with its mom all the time," said Joe Dominguez, a worker involved in the expansion of the nearby Red Mountain Freeway. (AZCentral -- News)
Community Calendar and Area Events Oct 4, 2009
Explore one of Central Florida s untouched natural areas with 62,000 acres and the highest concentration of bald eagles nests in the contiguous U.S. Observe wildflowers, red-cockaded woodpecker, gopher tortoise, wild turkey and more. Cost is $40 for non-members, $32 for members. (Lake Wales News, FL)
October full of beauty, change Oct 3, 2009
Bald eagles are flying about, getting ready to shore up old nests or build new ones for the nesting season that begins in November. On Georgia s coast, the last of this season s baby loggerhead sea turtles are hatching and crawling into the ocean as quickly as possible to escape predators. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Migrating raptors take flight at Pa.'s Hawk Mtn Sep 30, 2009
The peak autumn flight of bald eagles is in early September. The birds first come into view a few miles from North Lookout, appearing as specks on the horizon. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Beyond New England Sep 23, 2009
Not far away is the dramatic Tennessee River Gorge, a sanctuary for endangered species such as bald eagles and ospreys. msnbc. (MSNBC -- Travel)
It's September, and winged scavengers have returned Sep 23, 2009
Bald eagles return to nest sites and begin courtship. Vultures return to and through Brevard County and areas to the south. (Florida Today)
Close -- and inexpensive -- animal encounters Sep 22, 2009
See animals that were once indigenous to Colorado at Colorado Spring's , the only mountain zoo in the country, visit those who call the desert home at the in Tucson, or check out endangered California creatures (bald eagles, desert tortoises, California Condors, among them) at the new California Trails exhibit at the. Did you know black-footed ferrets are the most endangered animals in the country. (CNN)
Nell Newman keynote speaker at botanical garden Sep 21, 2009
Her work with bald eagles and peregrine falcons, brought to the brink of extinction by DDT and other pesticides, sharpened her awareness of the pesticide residues we share, so "growing things in your own backyard becomes so much more important because you know exactly what goes into the ground.". She's pleased at the rise of home gardening ("Look, the Obamas are doing it!") and likes the idea of seed-saving - preserving the best of the year's crop to plant the next year - though business travel... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Local eagle count sets new record Sep 21, 2009
Survey shows big concentration of bald eagles on Potomac River ... A rare sight not long ago, bald eagles have made such a comeback that seeing one soaring overhead in much of the Fredericksburg area is almost ho-hum ... It's the largest number of bald eagles ever documented in a summering area east of the Mississippi River. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Local stars shine for Shippensburg University Sep 17, 2009
The fullback made the most of his opportunities, scoring a pair of goal-line touchdowns to help lead Shippensburg to a 49-7 victory over the Lock Haven Bald Eagles. If his name sounds familiar, it should. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Football hosts Southwest Baptist Saturday at 6 p.m. Sep 15, 2009
The Dawgs defeated the Bald Eagles 49-0 in that 2006 season-opener and it spurred a five-game winning streak ... That's when the Dawgs hammered Lock Haven, 49-0, and held the Bald Eagles to just 92 yards of total offense - the 10th fewest allowed in school history. (Siusalukis.com)
DeRosa reflects, eight years after tragedy Sep 12, 2009
Eighteen young soldiers from the St. Louis area were officially sworn into the United States Army during pregame ceremonies that also featured a moment of silence and the appearance of four bald eagles ... Fans waved flags and some even chanted "U.S.A." as one of the bald eagles, who were all from the World Bird Sanctuary just outside of St. Louis, made a dramatic entrance from beyond the outfield, circling the field before landing near the pitcher's mound to a rousing applause. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
A New Beginning for the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra Sep 10, 2009
Photo by Sally Earl A pair of bald eagles has nested in Lake Accotink Park, giving boaters and other visitors a rare glimpse of the national bird in action. Local photographer Sally Earl has taken many photos of both the adult birds and their young. (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
Cruise Ship Excursions in Juneau, A... Sep 8, 2009
Other animals like seals, sea lions, bald eagles, porpoises, deer, and maybe even a bear might make an appearance on these tours as well ... The journey is filled with bald eagles, whales, seal pups, and sometimes even an occasional mountain goat. (Suite101.com)
Photo: Sweet freedom Sep 5, 2009
The raptor center releases rehabilitated bald eagles about three times a year ... The raptor center releases rehabilitated bald eagles about three times a year ... The raptor center releases rehabilitated bald eagles about three times a year. (Juneau Empire)
Lions down Lock Haven with strong second half Sep 5, 2009
In the second period the Lions responded with three unanswered goals, good enough to give them a 3-1 win over the visiting Lock Haven Bald Eagles ... While Morett said she felt the defense was vulnerable to the Bald Eagles' attack at times, she thought it did a nice job of transferring the ball. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Bear encounters in Alaska Sep 4, 2009
Did I mention the Bald Eagles, the moose, the fox who also call this bit of paradise home. Despite the hefty fees to visit here -- check for packages -- many families report their time at Great Alaska to be the highlight of their Alaskan trip. (CNN)
Taking the kids to meet the bears Sep 3, 2009
"Did I mention the Bald Eagles, the moose, the fox who also call this bit of paradise home? Despite the hefty fees to visit here check for packages many families report their time at Great Alaska to be the highlight of their Alaskan trip. We have this privileged locale because Great Alaska has leased this land ringed on three sides by this critical wildlife habitat and national park from a 71-year-old homesteader named Wayne Byers who lives 500 yards from the eight-yurt camp in a... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Bald Eagle management featured at Sept. 5 Moon Walk Sep 1, 2009
Bald eagles will be the topic of the Saturday, Sept. 5, Moon Walk conducted by the Black Hills National Forest ... Speaker Lou Conroy, wildlife biologist from the Mystic Ranger Station, will lead visitors on the hike where they can view and discuss a nesting pair of bald eagles ... Visitors will learn about the history, biology, management and habitat needs of bald eagles on the national forest, according to a news release. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Its wise to remember natures brutality, even as we enjoy its beautyCougars sightings arent new, but its still a good idea to be cautious Aug 30, 2009
Bald eagles fly overhead and flotillas of pelicans get their meals by herding small fish into the shallows of the Basin s wetlands and gulping them down. It looks idyllic. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Swan found with arrow piercing its side Aug 29, 2009
" The largest North American waterfowl with a wing span up to 9 feet, trumpeter swans were near extinction in the early 20th century but rebounded and are fairly common today. Senner estimated there are 18,000 in the Pacific Region, while lead poisoning in the Lower 48 has posed a problem. They're regularly seen at Potter Marsh. "There are hundreds of breeding pairs across the Kenai and north of here," said Thede Tobish, a local birding enthusiast. "They're a big draw for visiting birders... (Anchorage Daily News)
Aleutian Rat Island appears to be rat-free Aug 24, 2009
Bald eagles are plentiful in the Aleutians, and unlike in the Lower 48, were never listed as an endangered species in Alaska. Alaska has more than 50,000 bald eagles, and the birds were delisted nationwide in 2007. (Anchorage Daily News)
A midsummer’s float on the North Fork of the Flathead Aug 20, 2009
Lucas was intrigued by the bald eagles soaring above and the young moose that swam across the river in front of his boat, while Enrya scanned the shore for grizzly bears. At camp, the children played in the sand, collected rocks, and built butterfly nursing homes. (Helena Independent Record)
The Obamas: Stopping Traffic in Yellowstone Aug 16, 2009
For a brief, clattering moment on Saturday morning, Bald Eagles nesting along Yellowstone National Park's Firehole River Saturday had to share their sky with three Marine helicopters ferrying the First Family down to Old Faithful. The Obamas had lunch and views of the famous geyser, most likely oblivious to the ripple effect caused by extensive security measures for their visit on the Park's busy, fee-free weekend. (Time.com)
The Boise River Aug 16, 2009
Visitors to the river may enjoy viewing some of the wildlife that inhabits the area, including bald eagles, beavers, minks, squirrels, songbirds, painted turtles, wild geese, ducks, and blue herons. A Natural Treasure in the Heart of a Capitol City. (Suite101.com)
Want to see elk? Here's where. Aug 13, 2009
" Details: Oatman Chamber of Commerce, 928-768-6222 or . Grand Canyon National Park Throughout the Grand Canyon you can encounter wondrous wildlife, including condors that ride the wind and perch at the edge of the gorge. But visitors at Mather Campground, on the South Rim, frequently encounter critters that walk right into their camps. Unfazed by the commotion and lured by grassy patches and water puddles near campsite spigots, mule deer wander alongside tents and trailers. Here you'll also see... (AZCentral -- Travel)
Altering the landscape Aug 12, 2009
A dizzying array of stilts, bald eagles, yellow-headed blackbirds, pelicans, gulls, avocets, grebes, great blue herons, Caspian terns and more fly overhead, bunch-up in trees and shrubs, or float like rafts on wetlands. Anglers sitting in parked boats cast for trout and enjoy the summer day while fishers of another sort, osprey, periodically hover, dive and, more often than not, fly away clutching a meal in their talons. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Catching the Cape in restless motion Aug 12, 2009
Others show menacing bald eagles - one with testicles carries a gun and flowers - and Heyman s version of Titian s painting Sacred and Profane Love. Ultimately, the structure will be large enough to walk into. (Boston Globe)
Local teacher studies Audubon Aug 11, 2009
Here the group viewed Great White Egrets, Blue Herons, Bald Eagles, Roseate Spoonbill, White Pelican, Green Herons, White Ibis, Least Tern, swallows, varying ducks and geese. The story of restoring the land to what it once was is an incredible one and made a significant impact on Mrs. Newland. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Eagle-nest protection helps species soar in Ariz. Aug 10, 2009
Officials estimate there are 43 pairs of bald eagles that breed in the state. The pairs produced a record 77 eggs this year, six more than last year. (AZCentral -- News)
In the beginning all the world was Alaska Aug 10, 2009
We've seen moose, sea otters, reindeer, bald eagles, puffins, dolphins, seals and humpback whales, but so far no bears. But the most magical of all the magical things we have seen has been the calving of a glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Lewis & Clark Park offers free river paddle tours Aug 8, 2009
See bald eagles while paddling and listen to stories about life on the river. The free ranger-led paddle tours are Friday through Monday through Labor Day and on Saturday and Sundays through September. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Mouse builds nest egg in ATM with $20 bills Aug 8, 2009
Bird watchers mourn deaths of young bald eagles. Valley Springs bird watchers are mourning the deaths of two young bald eagles who were close to being able to fly on their own. (Fresno Bee)
Bridge work closes part of refuge (17) Aug 6, 2009
The area is home to a great blue heron rookery and provides habitat for bald eagles, steelhead, chinook salmon, Western pond turtles and red-legged frogs. For more information, call 757-7236. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Arizona's bald eagle species continues to flourish Aug 6, 2009
This year, a record 77 eggs were laid by bald eagles - an increase of six over last year - with a record 67 of those eggs hatching successfully. In addition, the state celebrated the second-best year on record for the number of fledglings that took to Arizona s skies with 47 eaglets taking their first flight. (FOX 11, AZ)
SAFE acres climib with goal of 500,000 Aug 5, 2009
These species include, but are not limited to, pheasants, bobwhite quail, American black bears, Roosevelt elk, bald eagles, salmon, song birds and pollinators. How to enroll in SAFE SAFE projects are available through USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) service centers as part of the ongoing continuous sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Photo: Lift off Aug 5, 2009
More than 20,000 bald eagles make southeast Alaska part of their home nest ... More than 20,000 bald eagles make southeast Alaska part of their home nest ... More than 20,000 bald eagles make southeast Alaska part of their home nest. (Juneau Empire)
Matt Reed: Expect a spike in growth proposals among landowners Aug 2, 2009
I always marvel at how otherwise observant people can suddenly -- and inevitably -- describe the cruddiest cow pastures as "pristine" nesting areas for bald eagles. With that in mind, how do you suppose Viera or Bayside Lakes would fare at the ballot box. (Florida Today)
Set up camp at Lake Umbagog, a naturally diverse, watery world Aug 2, 2009
Sitting at a perfect spot with a 360-degree view to scope out breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the tree played host to untold numbers of bald eagles until 1949, when the pesticide DDT drove them to the brink of extinction ... There were an estimated half-million bald eagles in North America in 1782, when the bird was declared the national symbol by the Continental Congress ... I had seen bald eagles before, in many states, including Alaska. (Boston Globe)
PCB levels rise; river work slowed Aug 1, 2009
On the opposite western bank in Gansevoort, Don LaCross has done likewise, across from a shoreline assembly of docks and a towering crane where bald eagles once had a tree-top nest. Both have lived on the river for decades. (Albany Times Union)
Eagle rich, fish poor - Balds flourish on upper Clark Fork, despite slim pickings Jul 31, 2009
A profusion of bald eagles have congregated in the upper stretches of the river, despite a lack of fish in the water and the relatively crowded conditions for the territorial bird ... A Hitchcock of young bald eagles inhabits the upper Clark Fork River ... Bald eagles like fish, so what are they doing on a fish-poor stretch of water. (Missoulian, MT)
Eagle gets its wings Jul 30, 2009
He said it's difficult to determine the sex of immature bald eagles, and the gender of this particular bird is not known. Lincoln said eagles normally have passed through this area during their winter migration by November. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Free, cheap in Jerome Jul 30, 2009
Housed in a 1940s boxcar, the museum contains relics and photos documenting the railway and surrounding scenery and wildlife, including the bald eagles that nest in the canyon. Free. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Cross-country in 87 days Jul 29, 2009
In Pennsylvania, he saw bald eagles. In New Jersey, three bears crossed the road ahead of him. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Eagles at Lake Accotink Jul 29, 2009
A pair of bald eagles has nested in Lake Accotink Park, giving boaters and other visitors a rare glimpse of the national bird in action ... Bald Eagles Raise a Family at Lake Accotink Park ... Bald eagles have found a home at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield. (South County Chronicle, VA)
• N. Idaho residents upset at tree removal Jul 29, 2009
Holbert said the area is used by two pairs of bald eagles and a pair of golden eagles. "I understand all about the county's right of way and utility easements and that they have the right to do everything, and I agree with that," she said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Family travel five: Special promotions help travelers help Alaska celebrate its 50th Jul 28, 2009
Observe wildlife, including brown and black bears, otters and bald eagles in their natural habitats. Heli-hike, raft, kayak or trek across a glacier. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Social Scientist Suggests New Research Framework To Study Complex Systems Jul 28, 2009
20, 2007) Modern conservation techniques have brought us the resurgence of American bald eagles, sustainable forest harvests and the rescue of prized lobster fisheries. So how can modern conservation. (Science Daily)
Injured osprey rescued in Gaston Jul 25, 2009
I rescued one of the biggest bald eagles in the state, he said with pride. Adkinson has also rescued deer, owls and other wildlife. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Oregon Recreation Report Jul 25, 2009
An abundance of ducks and geese can be seen from many points around the island, as can raptors, including bald eagles, northern harriers, sandhill cranes, red-tailed hawks and American kestrel ... Bald eagles have hatched in most nest sites, and young eagles can occasionally be observed in the nest as they grow from nestlings into fledglings ... Gulls and raptors including bald eagles can be seen along the Columbia River. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Golden anniversary at zoo Jul 24, 2009
On June 26, 1988, three bald eagles were taken from the zoo. They were found dead on the North Shore near the Woodland Trail. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
• Birds on the Snake Jul 23, 2009
During winter, the couple has even seen bald eagles perch in the trees or dive for fish in the river. On Friday, red-winged black birds flitted in the trees on the Simmons' property. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
First male eagle joins Wabasha rehab center Jul 23, 2009
Was aka is the most recent addition to the center, which now houses four bald eagles and one golden eagle. Melissa Carlo/Winona Daily News. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Lake Crabtree Jul 23, 2009
The marshy west end is closed because bald eagles nest there. A pier and platform are available with handicap access. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Coyote Valley vital as wildlife corridor Jul 16, 2009
The De Anza students hope to establish a Coyote Valley Raptor Reserve, a 415-acre sanctuary that would encompass the popular spots near Coyote Creek where ferruginous hawks dive for squirrels and bald eagles soar overhead searching for a meal. The students have identified 21 species of raptors and 40 active raptor nests of eight different species. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Don't fly this summer Jul 11, 2009
Visitors have spotted bald eagles and gopher tortoises. (239) 992-0311. (The Palm Beach Post)
Hello, Juneau Jul 11, 2009
I sat at my desk on Wednesday and watched as at least a dozen bald eagles flew around the little fishing pier right outside. The eagles were buzzing by the windows and for someone who has mostly only seen the majestic birds on TV, it's a bit mindboggling. (Juneau Empire)
Lake Island's residents gird for city action Jul 11, 2009
Still, Lin Harrison said the tract still offers beautiful scenery and chances to glimpse bald eagles, turkey vultures and other wild birds, sights that both lease holders and visitors can enjoy. It s just a great place to sit and relax, Lin Harrison said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
More about Cottonwood Jul 10, 2009
In late February, you may see an eaglet or two in the nest of the canyon's resident pair of bald eagles, Black and Decker. 800-293-7245 or www. (AZCentral -- Travel)
