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Save the Eagles Day
Environment Space & The Outdoors , Fundraising Event
United States
Ends: Jan 10, 2025
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The story of "Save the Eagles Day" is a tale of two birds, a community, and a grove of cottonwood trees in one of the more unlikely states, New Jersey.
Why unlikely? Well, New Jersey is often the butt of jokes (There is a "Be Kind to New Jersey Day" in the calendar). Despite its motto as "the Garden State," the state isn't exactly known for its gardens. It's better known for big hair, jug handles, tacky gambling venues, loudness, and as that place with an awful turnpike between Philadelphia and New York City. It's not the kind of place where one expects to see bald eagles soaring majestically over abandoned factories and water towers, but that is precisely where this pair of eagles decided to call home.
AL AND ALICE
Al and Alice were two bald eagles and one of five nesting pairs in Bergen County, New Jersey. In 2011, the eagles took up residence in a tall cottonwood in Overpeck Park, quickly becoming a focal point for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts and a beloved addition to daily life for the surrounding community.
Then, like many homes in rural areas, the tranquility of this natural haven was threatened by proposed developmental projects. The planned construction endangered not only their nest but also the survival of their species in the area. In the 1970s, bald eagles were approaching extinction due to habitat destruction and the use of DDT (a toxic insecticide). Over the following decades, the eagles made a slow but steady comeback. The development risked reversing their gains.
SAVE OUR EAGLES
The community swung into action to save their beloved birds. As word spread about the impending threat, the Bergen Audubon Society, a local organization dedicated to protecting and studying birds, stepped forward. Together with community leaders, the non-profit spearheaded a campaign to save the eagles' habitat, rallying the community and garnering widespread support.
The response from the community was overwhelming. People from all walks of life united and joined the cause. Schoolchildren wrote letters, local artists created eagle-themed artworks, and residents attended town meetings to voice their concerns. The movement gained momentum, capturing the attention of local authorities and national media outlets.
Ultimately, the collective efforts of the Bergen Audubon Society and the community paid off. The development project received modifications to protect the eagles' habitat. This victory was not just a triumph for environmental conservation but also a testament to the power of community action.
A NATIONAL MOVEMENT
Recognizing this significant achievement, "Save the Eagles Day" was established in 2015. The event spread to communities across the United States, serving as a clarion call to preserve local wildlife and various species of eagles, hawks, and wildlife with educational activities, guided bird-watching tours, and community gatherings. It serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between humans and nature and the importance of safeguarding our natural treasures for future generations.
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