Breeding Pair of Bald Eagles nesting at Montour Preserve — Help Us Name Them!

The Vernal School has some very exciting news — Montour Preserve's resident eagles are nesting and breeding.  We will be documenting the progress of the nest regularly, so our Eagles need names, and we are asking the public to help us name them.

Bald eagles, once an endangered species, have made an inspiring recovery in Pennsylvania and across the country. Having a nesting pair at Montour Preserve is not only an incredible sight for visitors, but also a sign of a thriving local ecosystem. With a bit of luck and privacy, we hope this pair will successfully raise chicks in the coming months.

To celebrate and engage the community, the Vernal School Environmental Education Partnership is hosting a naming contest — and we want YOU to help name our resident eagles!

How to Enter the Naming Contest:
Visit our Facebook page
Go to the Vernal School Environmental Education Partnership's Facebook page by clicking here and find the official post about the eagle naming contest.  The post is pinned to the top of the page.

Like, Follow, and Share
Like our page, follow us, and share the contest for your friends to see.

Submit Your Name Suggestions
Comment your name ideas for the eagle pair directly on the contest post. You can suggest names inspired by nature, local landmarks, symbolism, or anything creative and family-friendly!

Not on Facebook?
You can still submit your name choices via email to [email protected].  Please title your email Eagle Naming Contest.

This is a fun and educational way to involve people of all ages, especially students and young nature enthusiasts. We hope this contest sparks interest in wildlife and conservation, while giving our eagle pair names that reflect their strength, beauty, and connection to the region.

Name Submissions must be posted on the original post by 11:59 P.M. on April 14, 2025. 

​We will then create a post for the public to vote for their favorite on April 15th. The names with the most votes will win.  Winning names will be announced on Earth Day- April 22, 2025.

We’re looking forward to seeing your creative suggestions — and don’t forget to stop by the preserve for a chance to spot them soaring high above Lake Chillisquaque.