I finally have a bit of office time this afternoon which allows me to complete this blog post that I've been hoping to write for quite some time now. We are extremely proud to have been a part of a successful rescue, rehabilitation and rescue of an American bald eagle. The eagle was rescued from the course on Easter Sunday of this year, read more here, and was released back onto the property on Friday, June 7th by the fine folks at O.W.L. Here are a few photos from her release:
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| Getting into position for the release. |
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| She's set free!!! |
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| And away she goes! |
The release was well-attended by members and their guests and many made donations on the spot to help assure that O.W.L. can continue to provide their exceptional volunteer services to help rehabilitate and release both injured and orphaned birds. O.W.L. is currently looking for a new facility to operate out of as it's current one has many safety concerns for the volunteers and birds due to constant flooding problems resulting in a severe mold issue.
Flooding is threatening the efforts of the O.W.L. volunteers.
Quilchena made a $500 donation to help them in their efforts to relocate to a more suitable facility. We will also be donating a portion of the BC Lions tickets sales, which members can purchase at a special discounted price. For more info, please click here.
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| If you'd like to make a donation, please click here. |
The eagle release certainly stole the show, but those who attended also had the opportunity to see this impressive barn owl up close and personal:
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| "Alba" the barn owl |
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