If you are here to read about secret meetings please scroll to the next post. Otherwise please enjoy this post about Gig Harbor Herons.
Mike Willet is a wonderful photographer and this is his photo of one of our Gig Harbor Herons. Thanks to Mike for sharing. Check out his other photos online.
This lovely green area on Soundview and Harborview and across from 7 Seas is home to
Gig Harbor Giant Blue herons. Our herons are a native species protected
by state & federal regulations. If our herons are disturbed it is
jail time and a big fine. A perfect spot for a Gig Harbor Heron
Sanctuary or land conservancy. Gig Harbor herons have lived here for
generations. This is their home, their nests and soon to be babies. Do
not disturb. Surely no one wants to see this area turn into Peacock Hill.
When the wind shakes the nest our herons need to rebuild. Thanks to whomever sent this one in. Gig Harbor is surely blessed to be home for colonies of herons.
The wing spans on our Gig Harbor Herons are about 8 feet across.
And these flat pancake type nests are about 6-8 feet wide.
Here's the story on our herons.
Herons have made Gig Harbor their home for generations. And they are especially happy in their colony, preparing for the mating ritual and egg laying. Did you know some of the eggs are blue?
Here's the concern:
The folks who own the property our Gig Harbor Herons call home do not live in Gig Harbor. The property owners are very kind and generous folks and interested in selling their property. Thank goodness our herons and their nests are protected by State and Federal regulations.
These green trees would be a lovely spot for a Heron educational sanctuary or park or land conservancy. Perhaps it is time to explore a permanent option for our Gig Harbor Herons. Perhaps there is a way to work with the owners so that it is a win for the owners and a win for our Gig Harbor Herons.
Perhaps it is time to begin a conversation for a permanent home for our Gig Harbor Herons.
The Mayor and City Council are waiting for your thoughts. Easy to email them.
Mayor and Council email addresses:
Citizens for the Preservation of Gig Harbor LLC
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