http://www.ospreyproject.org/

The Osprey Recovery Project was begun very informally in 1991 when a routine kayak trip in the back bays of Atlantic County revealed that suitable nesting habitat was so depleted for Osprey that they were nesting on the ground. Seeking a better nest habitat, a variety of designs were developed, built, and installed.

The Osprey Recovery Project is still a very informal, dedicated, low overhead organization. Every penny of our funds goes to materials to build Osprey nests or educational materials to help teach the public about habitat destruction, opportunities to help local wildlife, or the very limited other expenses such as gas to get to sites, a few tools, and the occasional mailing.

Since 1991 Osprey nests have been built and erected every year, with over 50 now in place and well over 80% occupied by Osprey every spring. Plans and advice have been given to numerous others for building their own osprey nest platforms. Ongoing observation and maintenance of the nests, education of the public and cooperation with government agencies that deal with Osprey are a big part of the ORP’s work as well.

If you would like to have an Osprey nest platform erected in a suitable spot near you, know of a troubled Osprey nest that needs help, or would like to arrange an educational presentation to a group, or just have questions about Osprey nesting in general, please feel free to contact us .

PLANS:

Plans for building your own Osprey nest platform are available for a small contribution. The plans are on a single sheet of paper, available as an email attachment, a fax or a letter. They have been used by "builders" of all ages and are well received and easy to follow. A complete materials list, with recent pricing, is included, and all cuts and connections are shown.

It is highly suggested that you contact us to discuss locations as there are some clear Osprey preferences and even a few legal issues surrounding this type of work. Sound advice - the benefit of our many years of experience - is gladly provided at no cost. Please contact us for more information.

Contact: John Rosky, Osprey Recovery Project, ospreyproject@aol.com

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