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Maurice River Recollections Project
Osprey Nest Anecdotes
Port Elizabeth
This nest was along Route 47 in a Port Elizabeth church parking lot. The electric company put up the pole in an effort to lure the bird away from the exiting electric pole that they fancied. The only problem was that it was too close and too similar to the electric poles. Most years, the birds were electrocuted on the nearby electric wires. The electric company was finally successful in discouraging the birds from using this pole. Initially, the church patrons were upset by our efforts to encourage the birds to abandon the site, until they learned of the electrocutions and our efforts to have the birds imprint to the safety of trees and our platforms. The church's preacher was instrumental in developing an understanding among the congregation.
This osprey deterrent is used successfully in British Columbia
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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.