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Maurice River Recollections Project
Osprey Nest Anecdotes
Woodstock
This nest is named after the adjacent property owner, but I cannot help but think of the Charlie Shultz character from the comics. The gentleman that owns the upland from this nest was given the name Woodstock because he looks like a Woodstock Festival attendee. I don?t know the gentleman myself, but a good bit of lore surrounds his image. The one most often repeated is that he is a weekend hermit on the property and is stuck in the 60?s. When we conceived of placing the nest there, I was instructed to allow one particular member to inquire about the possibility. The inference was that it wouldn't be safe to approach him if you hadn't been properly introduced. I did meet him at an event many years ago and he had a foreboding appearance. Likely, he is a big pussycat of a guy. And I have no idea about the legitimacy of these stories; as far as I know he could be a Wall St. stockbroker. But it is fun to think that a ferociously independent thinker watches over the nest like a troll watches over a bridge. And frankly, for now, I have chosen to leave it at that, because it is simply more fun that way.
A singing trio at Woodstock
Closest River Reach: Bailey?s and Boiler Reach http://www.cumauriceriver.org/reaches/pg/narratives.cfm?sku=24
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Osprey Colony Project
Introduction Welcome to Citizens United's River Recollections Project. These stories are but a few of my memories associated to osprey nesting structures along the Maurice River and its tributaries. It is part of a larger project including an interactive map of the of river reach lore, live campfire recollection events, documentaries, presentations and archives held by the organization. I believe the greatest connection that people have to a river is the sharing of their bond to it through the telling of stories. These stories are accurate accounts from my perspective the truth, as I know it. The stories are designed to give you insight into some life history of the osprey but are primarily designed to give you a flavor for being an osprey volunteer. Over 150 volunteers have been involved in the construction of the osprey platforms. Sincerely,
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If you enjoy these stories or have a love of history, you may find visiting our interactive River Reach Map, which allows you to explore cultural aspects of the Maurice River's tidal reaches, simply click on buoys to begin your voyage.