May 4th, 2009

My first day at the Raptor Center! It was so neat seeing the amazing birds I have been reading and studying about. Tours won’t start until tomorrow so we spent the day cleaning up the center. I got to meet my new co-workers and see where everything is located at the center.

After work I was treated to accompanying Jen and Steve down to the Indian River behind the center to let Volta, a resident bald eagle, swim in the water. I have never been so close to such a huge bird! It was so cool seeing the 10 pound giant float on the water and paddle with his wings.