Finally after a long year of waiting, I was able to return to Conowingo Dam in Darlington, Maryland and the Bald Eagles.
It was heartening to find that the population has greatly increased this year, as seen in this one full-frame capture with over 40 eagles in the scene.
Last year the total count was around 35 due to the increasing number of photographers and the halting of the dam’s operation.
The number of photographers are still three times more than they have been in previous years, and many travel from far away to enjoy these majestic birds of prey.
The photographers with their big glass were already lined up along the fenceline when I arrived before sunrise at 6:30 a.m.
There was plenty of action happening, but it was on the far side of the river where the eagles like to hang out. It was still an enjoyable day, hearing the giggle of the bald eagles and reconnecting with fellow bird photographers that I have made friends with over the years. I’ll be back tomorrow, hoping for that gallery shot.
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 
The images of the eagle in flight are majestic!
You are too kind. Thank you!
Superb pictures, Emily. I’ve been to Conowingo many times because I grew up quite near there on the Pennsylvania side of the Mason-Dixon line. A friend from my local park recently showed me some amazing pictures he took recently at Conowingo. 😉
Oh lucky you ! You were able to enjoy it before it was run over by people. Still quite awesome though. What is your friend’s name?
Great pics 😉
Thank you!
Great news indeed!
Makes me happy. 🙂
Looks like you got some great shots here! I first heard about Conowingo Dam last year when one of the meetup groups I belong to on meetup.com planned a trip there, but I decided it that was too far, too popular, and it also sounded like parking would be hard (as evidenced by your shots of the fellow photographers), so I opted not to go. Yes, that is great news about the increasing eagle population.
It is certainly worth going, and the eagles are still there right now. Crowds have eased up and parking isn’t an issue now. You should try to go. Thank you.
Great to know that the population is increasing! One day, I will make it there. Thank you for the reminder.
It’s accessible for you! I do hope you make it up there someday soon.
Oh my! These are wonderful captures Emily! Happy to know their group is growing.
I was so happy to see that many have returned. Thanks Tina.