Middle Farms Nest Update June 2026 Mom with three chicks under grackle attack June 6, 2026. We have sad news from the Middle Farms osprey nest–two of the three hatchlings did not make it. These things unfortunately occur in nature, but we were cautiously optimistic after learning from Vicki Rafferty
The Henry L. Ferguson Museum Newsletter 2026 From the President: After this winter’s serial storms and low temperatures, I can’t wait to get back to Fishers for warmth, sunshine, friends, and Museum events. One of our primary goals set forth in our new strategic plan is to increase engagement across our community with year-round
Fish for the growing osprey family! Osprey dad delivers fish to an awaiting mom and two chicks May 28, 2026. Special thanks again to Vicki Rafferty who caught sight of the second hatchling at the Middle Farms nest May 28, 2026 - via the Osprey Cam. We checked the back-ups
Osprey couple with their first chick! Osprey couple on nest with chick and two remaining eggs May 26, 2026. Special thanks to Vicki Rafferty who caught sight of the first hatchling at the Middle Farms nest May 26, 2026 on the Osprey Cam. We checked the back-ups and believe it
Three eggs in the Middle Farms osprey nest! The osprey couple take turns incubating the eggs on April 25, 2026. During April, the osprey couple continued to renovate the nest to prepare for eggs. They gathered sticks, sea grass and other nest materials. They also defended the nest from intruding
Osprey couple claim the Middle Farms nest for 2026! Osprey couple on nest March 30, 2026. By March 31, 2026, a pair of osprey had claimed the Middle Farms nest for the season. Special thanks to Carolyn Ross who spotted the female osprey around 6:40 AM that morning. The ospreycam
JR Edwards takes the prize for the Henry L. Ferguson Museum 2026 First Osprey Award
The ospreys are coming! Keep your eyes on the sky—be the first person to spot the ospreys’ annual return to Fishers Island—and win!
The Henry L. Ferguson Museum Wants You! Looking for a summer job that gets you outside and helps the planet? Join the Land Trust Trail Dogs and/or Seagrass Water Dogs! Application Seeking Interns April - October Age Requirement: 14+ Rate: $17-$20 per
Proposals Due: February 23, 2026, Notification of Contract Award: February 27, 2026
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