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No Babies for the Prairie Falcons This Year—First Kiss Climbing Restrictions Lifted

No Babies for the Prairie Falcons This Year—First Kiss Climbing Restrictions Lifted

Yesterday former Smith Rock Park Naturalist David Vick was able to check on the Prairie Falcon nest at First Kiss. He spent a couple of hours in the morning at the observation point again and never saw or heard any falcons.

Prairie Falcons Nesting Again—Heads Up on Route Closures

Prairie Falcons Nesting Again—Heads Up on Route Closures

Joining the bald and golden eagles, the prairie falcons are back to roost for the season. While this DOES NOT affect hiking trails, it does close down a few routes for climbers.