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Great news!  Great photos!  Jemison looks ready to embark on a great life in the skies. 
Kapi in VT

 :crying:  joyful ones this time!   :flowers: to everyone involved in Jemison's rehabilitation!

What wonderful news!  Jemison looks great!  My thoughts will be him as he continues on to fly free.  My thanks as well to everyone who had a part in making this possible.   :clap:

Sue (Bess)

Great news and that fly-by, Jim was awesome!!!!

That is such AWESOME news!   :clap:
 :bow:

Thanks.  I was lucky to be in the right place.  Mike Allen, Bill Stewart, Carol and Kathy were lined up to my right.  It's just good fortune that Jemison took off in my direction.  It's the closest a Peregrine has flown by me since Mariah swiped my glasses  8)

I remember that...immortalized, of course  ;)

OMG I'm in tears - he is so beautiful & to know he was released just a short distance from where I grew up - it's amazing! Thank so much to everyone helped him. I love him so much.  :heart: :wub: :clap: :thumbsup: :2thumbsup:

Great news,

Thanks everyone who was involved with Jemison rehabilitation.And Carol Kathy and Jim,so great that you where there when she was released.Great pictures Jim

Greetings Carla

May you fly forever safe and free, our sweet baby!  And may we see you again :heart: :heart: :heart:

 :clap:  :2thumbsup: :heart: :wub:

That is the bestest news.

Yippee!!  Yay!  hallelujah!  I am so happy for Jemison so far.  Just hope s/he has learned about the dangers of buildings.

A happy ending...and more GREAT photos by Jim for us to witness the event unfold.  For all the photos you were not able to get of Jemison flying over Rochester,  he gave you the best view, Jim!  A parting gift!  Can't wait to see the other photos and video, too.  Thank you everyone involved. :wave:

 :newyearbd: Wonderful news!!  Many thanks to all who helped Jemison return to the skies!  :thumbsup:

Dot in PA

 :clap: Great news. Fly high, Fly free Jemison.  :2thumbsup:

Thanks to all involved in this wonderful news.

That's amazing...Be free, be well dear Jemison. Thanks for the news!

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I've published a few more pictures from Jemison's release event at Peregrinations (http://birdblog.marchlords.com/2010/08/jemisons-parting-shot-is-real-winner.html):

Ah, our little Jemison free at last. I'll never forget that morning in front of the Rochester Plaza Hotel when I looked in your big beautiful eyes from inside that carrier. I feel we've come full circle since that day especially since Beauty chose your release day to eat a meal across the street from where you first were rescued. A building she's never been seen on before today.  See you on the other side sweet boy! :heart:

I felt very honored to witness Jemison's return to the wild.  I truly wish that ALL the Watchers could have seen him fly off until he was just a dot.  All the Rochester Watchers played a part in saving this beautiful creatures life.  and now, he'll do what he was born to do, be a Peregrine Falcon.  Thank you fellow Watchers for all you do to keep them safe.   :clap:  This release wouldn't have been possible without all of your hard work and long days on the streets of Rochester.

The sky was overcast, raining on and off.  But, it stopped raining just as we were searching for the perfect spot to release Jemison.  Mike stopped his truck and we all pulled over.  The box containing Jemison was placed gently on the ground.  June volunteered to open the top of the box, while the rest of us had our cameras ready.  Kathy had received a quick lesson on how to use one of mine, while I switched to video.  Be sure to check out the Imprints post for an update, the addition of two videos I took of Jemison's release.

As June slowly slid the top of the box over to the side, a blur of brown and yellow launched itself from the box.  Jemison blew by Jim P out over the swamp and never looked back.  

It started to rain, so I grabbed my binoculars and watched as Jemison flew higher and higher.  His flapping changed to soaring.  I had a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes as I watched this magnificent creature, finally free.  I never put my binoculars down until he disappeared over the horizon, heading north and west.  He was heading in the direction of Rochester.  Home.  Would he return?  Only time will tell, and the sharp eyes of the Rochester Falcon Watchers looking for a now blue and red band.

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Wonderful news about Jemison! He is free again.  :mbanana:
Great report pictures and videos.

Yaaaay, Jemison! Way to go! :clap:

Thanks to all the Rehabbers and Watchers... to Carol P. for bringing us to the release with her words... and to Jim P. for those pix!

Slainte!

Bobbie

As action photos go, these may be your best Jim.  And we know that it was Jemison who made that possible.  Thanks for the quick post, too.   :thumbsup:

 :crying: here I go again!  Outstanding videos & pictures...almost as good as being there myself!  And a thank you to the DEC for including Jemison's watchers in the release.

I agree Janet, these pics of Jemison are one of Jim's best. Thanks Jim.

Carol, great job on the videos, wow, I had tears too. He wasn't making any sounds? Just flew free. I know MAK's out there looking for a blue band with a red stripe.  :clap:

He never made a sound.   :happy:

Wow, I thought maybe a "happy Kak", hmm, just wanted out, I guess.

Wha-hey, Donna! A "Happy Kak"! This has to become part of Forum Parlance!

Slainte!

Bobbie

Wha-hey you say Bobbie! I guess it's "Poppy kok" to my "Happy Kak!"

E-nuff, already! I got work to do here!

I heard the wind in his wings as he passed by.  That was all the sound I could have wished for.

How awesome for you Jim!  ;D

Jim, what a memorable experience!!!!!!  Just awesome!

Thank you so much for the wonderful photos & video - they are truly amazing. I have been on cloud 9 just thinking of our precious boy flying free in the skies. May he keep safe & live long. BraveJemison - Braveheart  :heart: :wub: you !

Jim, thanks for the pics.  What an awesome experience it must have been for you to hear the wind in his wings as he flew past you!  WOW!
Suzanne

I am sitting here at work, getting ready to head home, and just looked at Imprints to check.  I am now in tears of joy!!  So many prayers answered today!  So grateful to all involved.  I firmly believe this won't be the last we see of Jemison.

This brings such happy tears to my eyes!  Sweet Jem is now on his/her own and flying free.  That wouldn't have happened without all you dedicated watchers and the vets, rehabbers and DEC.  What a fantastic group you all are!  I have a great deal of fondness and respect for you.

Thank you for sharing this wonderful experience -- it truly made my day!
Vandrefalk

I am so relieved that Jemison recovered and was released...I couldn't believe how strong he looked in the You Tube video like he never had an injury....
Fly free and safe little friend...I love you!  :heart:

Sweet little Jemison! Fly free little one...thank you for gracing my life with your sweetness and bravery in spite of adversity...I will never forget you my little friend of the skies and I know we will hear of you again. I love you... :heart: :falcon:

The last time I saw Jemison – and Archer, Beauty, Callidora and all of the Watchers – was at his second rescue on July 2nd. I haven’t been able to participate (in person) since that evening, but watching the video of his release and seeing all of the awesome pictures has certainly helped in filling the void I have felt since that fateful day.
FLY HIGH AND FREE, BEAUTIFUL JEMISON, and may you carry on the legacy of Mariah and Kaver for many years to come.

Carla P

 :wave:  I've thought of you often Carla!  I hope all is well. I miss you and your smile. And also your kind words from that day.  :handshake:

 :wave: Thanks, MAK -  I miss you too!  Things are looking up a bit, so maybe I'll be able to join you again soon.  I've been reading all of your reports; you've turned into a real pro!  :bow:  :clap:  :notworthy:  I bet you'll be one of the "Frosted Flakes" this coming winter!!!
 
Carla P.

PS.  I know Dan doesn't do computers, so give him a big hug for me!!!

It would be awesome to hear that Jemison made an appearance back home again.
I am just so glad he is free to be the beautiful falcon he was born to be....flying the skies and gracing them with his beauty.
Thanks little one for bringing me so much joy just to know you are in this world.  :heart:

Will do Carla and I hope to see you soon! ;D

Hey!  Who you calling a "Flake"!  LOL

Hey!  Who you calling a "Flake"!  LOL
 


Well, Miss Carol P., YOU for one!!!   :harhar:

AND...

Lisa McK. and Cathy O. and Joyce and Dana and Jeanne and Marcia...  :hysterical:

Miss you all, but hope to be out there SOON!

SOOOOOOOO thrilled about Jemison.  As Carol P. would say...

WOO HOO!!!!!!!

Carla P.

Carla,

so good to hear from you and hope to see you soon!!

(As we all flake together)!!! :tease:

Has anyone seen Jem at the Montezuma Wildlife Refuge since she was released? It would be great to know she is adapting well and doing ok on her own. And if she is still there! LOL

I think that I read that Suzanne and Don wrote they are checking it out this weekend and have others on the lookout too.  Hopefully, someone will get a chance to see her.

or he could come home visit the nest box then we could all see him...


if you dream, dream big  :heart:

Thanks, I'll watch for any reports.

That would be so wonderful if Jemison would visit the nest box! :)
I am a dreamer so I DREAM BIG TOO !!! :clap: :falcon:

Taking a ride on the Mary Jemison boat tomorrow.  Will be thinking of you my sweet Jemison all grown up & flying wild & free. You will always have my  :heart: Keep safe !   :wub:

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Jemison will always have my  :heart: too!
Wherever you are sweet little one I wish you happiness and freedom of the skies! :falcon:

Had a lovely boat ride on the Mary Jemison & saw many herons & an egret. I talked w/ the Captain afterwards & he didn't know about the falcons or that a eyas had been named Jemison after Mary Jemison . He was very interested & I gave him my favorite photo of Jemison on top of NB w/ wings spread - he was thrilled. So it was a great day & anytime I can tell someone about falcons is awesome  :2thumbsup:

Way to go! Glad you had fun and passed on some news about the falcons.  :thumbsup:

  :2thumbsup:   Good for you Braveheart! I love talking about falcons too!   :yes: :falcon2:

That was awesome!!  :thumbsup:

I love to talk about Falcons too...especially Jemison  :heart: :falcon:

I like to talk about the falcons  :wub: too. But most people look at me like I am crazy.  :crazy: They just don't understand. I feel so alone.  :(

Just talk to us then BC. You are not alone, we're all crazy for the falcons! :crazy: :gum:

You are definitely not alone!  Good job Braveheart, passing on information about our Falcons.   :clap:

I'm the part-time marketing and PR manager at Ganondagan, and I told Pete Jemison (Ganondagan Historic Site manager) about the falcon bearing his name.  He didn't know either. 

Thanks Amy!   :2thumbsup:

Wow, I'll bet he's thrilled! Thanks

To have a falcon with your family name must be thrilling. I must also get to this site, Amy - I have passed by the road too many times on the way to Sonnenberg Gardens.

I don't remember if I've posted this before but my mom was part Seneca indian and related to Mary Jemison. So for me this is another reason to be attached to Jemison. :heart:

How cool is that! (http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt81/jessicar2005/Smileys/smiley-faces-indian.gif)