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Maurice River Recollections Project
Osprey Nest Anecdotes
Johnson North
This nest was one of four erected in 1995. At this point we were looking for locations that were rather far from the upland bank and were close enough to existing nests to make maintenance go faster. Additionally, we noticed over time, that when we worked on a nest, we drew a flying crowd of agitated onlookers. This is a colonial behavior and is effective in warding off intruders. It is likened to a mob of siblings showing up to protect a wronged sister. In this area there are at least nine nests visible in a half-mile radius. We affectionately call it the osprey ghetto. And it definitely has a “don?t mess with us” atmosphere.
Assistant gets a peek at chicks
Closest River Reach: Acorn Gut – Sweet Meadows http://www.cumauriceriver.org/reaches/pg/narratives.cfm?sku=21 |
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.