Bald Eagle Release at Chippokes State Park

Join us for a Bald Eagle release at Chippokes State Park on Thursday, August 20!

Bald Eagle #26-1644 was admitted to the Center as a fledgling on May 24 after being found grounded on a trail in Newport News. During the eagle's exam, the veterinary team did not find any obvious injuries, though they suspect that the bird had a mild coracoid (shoulder) fracture. The team started the bird on anti-inflammatories and supportive care, and by June 3, the eagle was deemed healthy and moved to the Center’s A3 Flight Pen, where it joined two other juvenile Bald Eagle patients.

During the next two months, the three eagles continued to grow and develop together. In August, the rehabilitation team began daily exercise sessions to build their flight strength and endurance. Bald Eagle #26-1644 demonstrated strong flight from the first session, and on August 14, the veterinary team determined that the eagle had fully recovered and was ready for release.

Join us to watch Bald Eagle #26-1644 return home! 

This release is free and open to the public and will take place on Thursday, August 20, at 12:00 p.m. at Chippokes State Park. Attendees are asked to RSVP with their name and the number of people in their party through the Center's registration page. 

Directions: Use the address 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883 for GPS navigation. Once you arrive at Chippokes State Park, turn right onto Plantation Road (before the Visitor Center) and follow it to the Chippokes Plantation House.

We hope to see you at the release!