Egg(s) May Be in Eagles’ Nest

American Camp Eagle – Contributed photo

American Camp’s eagles are apparently tending an egg(s), according to visitor center staff. The nest, located above the employee parking area, is never without one of the nesting pair aboard, and they have been observed alternating duties, staff reports.

Eagles usually lay one to three eggs, usually one day apart. As they are normally laid in late February and early March, the American Camp pair are on schedule.

The eggs are usually speckled off-white or buff colored and about the size of a goose egg. Gestation is about 35 days. When the chicks are still in the nest the parents will ball up their talons into fists to prevent hurting the chicks.

We’ll keep you posted here on progress. If you wish to see the nest up close and personal come to the American Camp visitor center Wednesday-Sunday. A bird scope is set up just below the porch. Ask a staff member for assistance.

The park has temporarily closed the employee parking center. We also ask that visitors not enter the parking area on foot. Many thanks!

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