Ospreys

In some European countries, storks build nests on platforms placed for them on roof tops. Many Europeans believe that having a stork nest on your rooftop is lucky.  We don't have storks in our area but we do have ospreys and they, like the storks, will build nests on high platforms. During the 1950s and 60s, the population of the ospreys declined in our area, the reason mainly being the use of DDT and other pesticides. Fortunately, these birds have made a comeback to Oakdale thanks to the banning of DDT and also the creation of manmade platforms for their nests. This particular osprey nest is close to Rattlesnake Creek and Bubbles Falls, both great fishing spots for this bird that some believe brings our residents good luck.