Sandy and Luna spent a precious Big Bear day flying together, sharing sibling beakies, exploring the trees, and racing back when Shadow brought fish.
Decorah Eagles DH3 and DH4 turned a warm July day into a sweet post-fledge bath time moment, splashing, preening, and cooling off in the stream as their world grows beyond the nest.
Sandy returned to the Big Bear eagle nest after her accidental fledge, reuniting with Luna as Shadow delivered fish and the young eagles settled back into nest life.
Luna returned to Jackie and Shadow’s Big Bear nest for the first time since fledging, while Sandy’s strong flight from the rocks offered a reassuring sign that she is moving forward.
Sandy has been found near Luna after Big Bear’s dramatic fledge weekend, and Jackie and Shadow are already adapting to feed their young eagles in new places.
Luna’s first flight from the Big Bear nest was calm, confident, and unforgettable as the young eaglet flew from the high perch to Shadow.
A late fish delivery at the Decorah Eagles nest area gave DH3 a bold mantle moment while DH4 worked the nestovers nearby.
Sandy’s first flight at Big Bear did not go as planned. After Luna’s porch bump, Sandy slipped below the nest, freed herself, and flew.
Luna reached the high perch at the Big Bear eagle nest, then made a bold dismount back to the nest. Now both eaglets are deep in the fledge window.
Sandy and Luna thought breakfast had arrived at the Big Bear eagle nest, but Shadow delivered a big stick instead. The surprise sparked loud complaints, teamwork, and one hilarious branch manager training session.
