Along the many miles of AICW some stretches are rather boring while others offer an ever-changing look at the beauty and wonder of nature. We prefer the latter, especially when shoaling is not a concern or bridges don’t force us to think about them. The Waccamaw River stretch between Georgetown, SC until a few miles south of Myrtle Beach is one stretch we enjoy. In spring the osprey have been busy with their nests and they line the banks of the river one right after the other; usually in dead trees at the waters’ edge but robust day markers make a great nest location too.
Now, with such prime nesting territory, as well as a few select areas farther north, osprey would benefit from an MLS listing of nests available and potential nest sites. I’ll bet if one existed it would look something like this:
Large nest with spacious surroundings. Enjoy vast water views in an area with lazy neighbors and slow boat traffic.
Spacious contemporary site calls out for a nest. Fantastic marsh and river views offering a multitude of perches. Let creativity be your guide.
Sturdy nest completely decorated. Perfect for the osprey who appreciates color and a busy neighborhood
Robust nest with pizzazz. Perfect for the environmentally conscious osprey who likes a bit of flash
Extra large and sturdy mansion ideal for a growing family, with night-time lighting installed. Highly desirable, 2 River Rd address.
Lofty, tree-lined setting, tastefully decorated with Spanish Moss. Outdoor lighting installed for safety.
Open and airy. Spacious accommodations for guests and/or a growing family. Tree top views of the river
Plush and comfy mega nest with overhead lighting. If you love shabby chic, you won’t want to pass on this find.
Fabulous starter home oozing with potential. Ideal for the energetic pair who want to make their mark.
Cruising along the East Coast and Bahamas 
I study Ospreys and would love to use one of your pictures (a nest on a channel marker) in my PowerPoint presentations. If you give permission, I’ll photoshop in a photo credit.
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Rob- absolutely! I would be honored. Your website is wonderful and so full of gorgeous osprey close-ups. Did you come across a more recent blog photo of the baby osprey in the nest with mama feeding him, taken in the Everglades? One of my happiest photo moments.
We always had the pleasure of nesting osprey near our mooring in Deep River, CT; watching the young ones was such a delight! Thanks for your inquiry and, not that you need them, but I have lots more that never made the blog.
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Thanks for the response on my request to use one of your photos. I’d like to give it a photo credit. What should I use?
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Love, love your pictures. I feel like I am there seeing it myself.
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in some areas- like the stretch in VA today, we pass so close you can almost reach out and touch one. I was so mad because the weather was too lousy to take pics of them- like I need more!
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