Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019-2024 Seasons
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Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019-2024 Seasons
Welcome to the Swan Lake Eagles thread for the 2019-2024 seasons.
The eagles had a nest near Swan Lake for many years but that nest fell down a few years ago. They have recently built a new nest in a tree on private property near their old nest but have not produced any eaglets in this new nest. Hopefully they will have better luck next spring.
Please feel free to post your observations and photos here if you visit their nest area.
Observations and photos from previous seasons can be viewed here.
2017/2018 Seasons here.
Link to the opening post for the 2021-2022 nesting season here
Link to the opening post for the 2022-2023 nesting season here
Link to the opening post for the 2023-2024 nesting season here
The eagles had a nest near Swan Lake for many years but that nest fell down a few years ago. They have recently built a new nest in a tree on private property near their old nest but have not produced any eaglets in this new nest. Hopefully they will have better luck next spring.
Please feel free to post your observations and photos here if you visit their nest area.
Observations and photos from previous seasons can be viewed here.
2017/2018 Seasons here.
Link to the opening post for the 2021-2022 nesting season here
Link to the opening post for the 2022-2023 nesting season here
Link to the opening post for the 2023-2024 nesting season here
Member since 21 June 2006
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If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
One of the eagles was perched in their old nest tree on 22 Oct. I stopped to take a few photos before going to Swan Lake. The first 2 photos were taken from the end of the dead end lane behind the old nest tree.
This photo was taken from Saanich Rd. by Swan Lake.
This photo was taken from Saanich Rd. by Swan Lake.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
One of the eagles was perched in the tree by the nature house on 23 Oct.
Their nest is intact but I haven't seen either of the eagles nestorating.
Their nest is intact but I haven't seen either of the eagles nestorating.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
One of the eagles was perched in the old nest tree on 2 Nov. but I didn't stop to take a photo. This photo was taken from the floating boardwalk at Swan Lake. The eagle was still on the same branch preening when I drove by on my way home.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
Don't forget the Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival is this Weekend!
Experience this Natural Phenomenon in 2019
The 24 Annual Festival - November 16-17, 2019
Download a map HERE! And just follow the Scenic 7 Highway - 30 minutes east of Mission, BC to the Harrison River/Harrison Mills, BC
Experience this Natural Phenomenon in 2019
The 24 Annual Festival - November 16-17, 2019
Download a map HERE! And just follow the Scenic 7 Highway - 30 minutes east of Mission, BC to the Harrison River/Harrison Mills, BC
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
One of the eagles was perched in a tall tree near their nest tree. I photographed it from the boardwalk over Swan Lake on Nov. 22nd. Poor quality photo; it was a long ways away and the sun was glaring.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020s Seasons
I visited the Swan Lake eagles nest yesterday. There were no eagles in the area and their nest looks very neglected.
While standing on the dock at Swan Lake one of the eagles flew into their old nest tree.
While standing on the dock at Swan Lake one of the eagles flew into their old nest tree.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
Went to Swan Lake again today and saw the male sitting at the top of a tree near the nature house. He was watching all the ducks in the marsh area which was flooded with all the rain.
The female was perched in a tree near the Municipal Hall.
The female was perched in a tree near the Municipal Hall.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
I went to Swan Lake yesterday and spotted one of the eagles perched at the top of their
old nest tree. These first 2 photos were taken from the lane behind the old nest tree.
This photo was taken from the street in front of the nest tree.
old nest tree. These first 2 photos were taken from the lane behind the old nest tree.
This photo was taken from the street in front of the nest tree.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
These first 2 photos were taken from the road across from the old nest tree.
While I was on the floating boardwalk one of the eagles swooped down, circled around the area a few times, then landed on a log at the side of the lake. I thought the eagle was going to snatch a duck for dinner The other eagle was still perched at the top of the old nest tree.
While I was on the floating boardwalk one of the eagles swooped down, circled around the area a few times, then landed on a log at the side of the lake. I thought the eagle was going to snatch a duck for dinner The other eagle was still perched at the top of the old nest tree.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
The eagle was still sitting on the log at the side of the lake when I left 20 minutes later.
It had changed positions a few times, perhaps looking a fish to grab.
It had changed positions a few times, perhaps looking a fish to grab.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
Fund Drive for Hard Drives
Good afternoon, everyone! I have just learned that we do not have the hard drives we need to record our cams as we approach little chick time - and we do not have the funds necessary to buy them.
These are the high resolution drives that are connected directly to the cams at the site, making it possible to record high quality videos of events at the nests - and we usually have them up and running before the eggs are laid. As you know, we already have eggs at three of our four nests, and they are likely any day now at the fourth nest - so time is of the essence.
Our tech person Ken is estimating that it will cost about $7000 to buy the high quality, high capacity drives needed for our 9 cams, and while we are keeping up with our regular monthly expenses, we don't have the extra money needed to buy and install the hard drives.
I know this is a hard time financially for many of us, with many businesses closed - but it may also be a time when some of us are staying home and watching the eagles after cancelling planned trips or dinners out - and I'd like to ask those who can to contribute towards these hard drives.
Details about How to Donate
If you have questions, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank You!
2023 Eaglet Info ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Helpful Hints
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
I visited the Swan Lake nest on June 17th. For the first time since I can remember them having this new nest these eagles have an eaglet An adult was perched above the nest and the eaglet was active hopping up and down and flapping its wings.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
June 17th cont'd.
Eaglet was busy exercising its wings.
Eaglet was busy exercising its wings.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
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If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Re: Swan Lake Eagles, Saanich BC - 2019/2020 Seasons
June 17th cont'd.
Eaglet exercising its wings.
Eaglet exercising its wings.
Member since 21 June 2006
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.
Volunteer Nest Monitor for Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program (WiTS)
If you find a new nest, please contact me so it can be added to the WiTS mapping program.