Well my friends here we are !
this is a capture of the SWFEC facebook page as I know some of us do not have access to it.
We don't have the accurate schedule I guess we'll have to be glued to our computers the whole day
A lot of juvies (or maybe alway the same ) have been seen flying through the pasture. Though it's impossible to say if it's our e9 or not..
But for sure remains so much in our hearts

Hello everyone. I visited the nest today. Harriet & M15 continue to strengthen their bond to each other adding grasses and sticks to the nest, vocalizing & preening together and in the guise of mating. Mated bald eagle pairs renew and strengthen their bond to each other with each new season throughout their lifetime together. The female shows dominance at times because she needs the male to be there for her and their offspring providing food and protection. M15 is starting his 3rd year as a great protector and provider. Ozzie is remembered on this 2nd year anniversary of his passing as a great mate and provider too.

A Strong Nest & Bond~More Sticks, Grasses & Bonding 09-29-17

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/KEpBra-DTss

bonding in the guise of mating

M15 adds a nice sized long stick

Harriet standing on the strong crib rails

2016/17 nest stats ~~
* Cams on -- September 25, 2016
* Eggs laid -- Egg #1 - November 22, 5:03 PM ~~ Egg# 2 - November 25th, 6:13 PM
* Eggs hatched -- - Egg #2 hatched December 31st at 7:33 AM. Unfortunately our egg #1 has proven to be unviable and did not hatch.
* Branching -- March 6th at 6:29 AM
* Fledged -- Our E9 accidentally fledged on March 14th at 7:22 AM when he slipped on the edge of the nest and fell. So far he is fine. It is our earliest fledge since we have had a cam here.
* Last seen -- May 2 at a little after 10 AM

Hello fellow eagleholics on this sad happy day. I'm so comforted by all of your heartfelt comments, stories and poems. As I've also tried to put my E9 feelings into words, I'd humbly like to share my (somewhat corny!) poem for you.

There's a magnificent eagle we know as E9, he lived with his parents high up in a pine
We gazed as he pipped from a secret bird cam, not knowing we watched he soon acted the ham
He hatched from an egg and he bobbled his head, way up in his nest it is such a nice bed!
He cradled his sib, sadly never to thrive, in E9's heart Eggbert's soul stays alive
His parents adoring, served lots of fat fish, "I can't wait to fly high!" was always his wish
He slept in his nest with his foot sticking out, got too close to the edge, we all shouted, "Look out!"
He once took a nap with a fish as his pillow, and we all fell in love with this fuzzy young fellow
He grew like a weed and got stronger each day, soon hopping to branches in such a brave way
Flapping his wings he held on the bough tight, then one day he fell, oh what a fright!
In true eagle fashion he gained his composure, was gone for two days but returned like a soldier
He ran down the road with his pantaloons high, "Thank goodness he's safe!" we all said with a sigh
His parents taught lessons all eagles should know, great love for their E9 M and Harriet would show
He learned how to mantle, to preen and to feak, he stole fish from his dad, oh! what a sneak
He ate possum and squirrel and even a rabbit, but unzip armored catfish? Mom, you have at it!
He learned how to fly and then learned how to soar, he startled pond ducks as he skimmed on the shore
When he bathed in the water and danced in the rain, we admired in awe, our lives never the same
Each day we sat glued just observing him grow, worldwide we logged on so to view E9's show
A handsome young eagle he now had become, smart and courageous, a wonderful son
His confidence grew as he further explored, now independent, "Don't go far!" we implored
We knew in our hearts that the time would soon come, when he'd leave our lives and fly off toward the sun
Nature has goals we don't quite understand, but it's meant to be, it is part of God's plan
Then came the day E9 rose to the sky, please don't be sad, please don't you cry
High into the clouds, we then heard him squee, "I have learned from great parents, don't worry about me
I'll have a grand life, and I love you the best, you've been such good humans, now go get some rest!"

My dearest E9, I thank you for all that you've taught me; I wish you Godspeed in your new journey.
You are safe with the love of many.