The DNR says that early Thursday morning, E1 (the first eagle chick to hatch in 2022) decided to take her first flight.

Officials say that eaglets typically fledge around 12 weeks. E1 is a little over 13 weeks, so the DNR says she's right on schedule. She has been testing her wings, jumping higher and higher in the wind gusts. She has displayed good stability and capability to jump high with her wings out and land back in the nest. This is a great sign of strength and flight control that bodes well for her coming adventures!

For the next few weeks, E1 will likely leave the nest for longer and longer flights. The adult female will demonstrate hunting techniques, but will continue to provide E1 food on a less frequent basis.

You can follow the eaglet on the DNR website.