After nearly two weeks away from the nest cameras, Shadow and Kaydee returned to Big Bear. But their homecoming took a dramatic turn when another eagle approached the nest tree, sending all three eagles into a tense aerial encounter.
Luna’s first flight from the Big Bear nest was calm, confident, and unforgettable as the young eaglet flew from the high perch to Shadow.
On June 2, 2026, at Jackie and Shadow’s Big Bear eagle nest in Big Bear Lake, California, Sandy’s first branch…
Not every memorable moment at Jackie and Shadow’s Big Bear nest arrives with alarm calls, aerial drama, or sudden movement…
On March 9, 2026, as evening settled over Big Bear Lake, a quiet and tender moment unfolded high in the towering pines. Shadow returned to their Big Bear eagle nest just as dusk approached, stepping carefully onto the massive structure where Jackie was already settled over their precious eggs. The reunion was gentle but unmistakable.