Shadow’s first stick of the season brought hope to the Big Bear nest. Then two loud gunshots startled him, sending him flying to Lookout Snag. See what happened and how both eagles are doing.
Kaydee brought another tiny stick to the Big Bear nest, but the sweetest moment came afterward when Shadow surprised her with a quick feather nibble in return.
Shadow and Kaydee began the day with chortles and a familiar little routine. Hours later, a red-tailed hawk came straight at Shadow twice.
Jackie has laid her second egg of the 2026 season at the Big Bear Eagle Nest, transforming the mood of the nest in a single sunset moment. Watch the powerful video as she stands to reveal both eggs and Shadow begins nest duty.
A quiet but powerful milestone unfolded in Big Bear Valley when Shadow brought the first fish of the season to…