We love seeing Eagles. I’m still amazed at the comeback Eagles have made following the DDT disaster. When growing up in the 60’s and 70’s I never experienced the delight of seeing an eagle soar, the dark body and the white flash of tail. It wasn’t until I went on a mission trip to serve in Alaska at Echo Bay Bible Camp that I saw my first eagle.
We always take it as a good omen when we are greeted by eagles. In fact, one just flew over our bow this morning in Detroit Harbor. They are enormous birds. Their wings have a unique swooping motion. Neither hurried, or awkward as some ducks. Just strong and purposeful.
Onboard, we have a photograph of an eagle taken by Nathan Landick, hanging near our table. Nate take amazing photos of wildlife. He has a knack for catching amazing natural moments – an eagle just taking flight, a heron with a fish in it’s beak, pivotal moments in the life of birds. Landick Photography and Video, Traverse City.
We always look for the eagles when we enter a new harbor.