Sandy returned to the Big Bear eagle nest with a thunderous landing, claimed Shadow’s fish, and discovered something new near the camera.
Sandy and Luna faced one of their boldest tests yet on July 9, 2026, when a sub adult eagle flew straight at them with talons out. What happened next showed just how much Jackie and Shadow’s young eagles are learning.
Irvin barely cleared the U.S. Steel nest before Maz, Sid, and Hutch rushed in, turning one fish drop into a loud triple bald eagle feeding frenzy.
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.