On January 6th, 2020, Susan and Martin visited the Utah Department of Wildlife Services to drop off two Golden Eagles that did not survive. They also picked up a Golden Eagle that had been hit by a car.
The eagle was originally found lying on her side on the road. The eagle was moved off the road and woke up somewhat and was picked up by the Utah department of wildlife services and Martin was called. At first glance, Martin noted the eagle had been hit in the head badly and one eye looked very bad.
This eagle acted completely tame and docile because of such severe injury. Martin did not think the eagle would survive. Taking it day by day, it wasn't until six days later that Martin saw some positive signs of recovery. The eagle began standing and was able to feed herself.
On February 21st the eagle was released back to the wild. This eagle was the last rescued with our old Subaru Forester and the first released with the new Forester.
Timestamps:
1:46 - January 6th: Martin takes the eagle out of the crate
8:05 - Martin advises why to "slow down for eagles"
9:08 - January 12th: Update on eagle's condition
10:40 - February 21: Release Day, Martin takes eagle from chamber
19:16 - Began release at Parowan Gap
25:54 - The eagle is released back into the wild
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Our Mission
Founded in 1997 in Cedar City Utah, we are a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, wildlife and environmental education, and the development of the Cedar Canyon Nature Park.
Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release
The Southwest Wildlife Foundation of Utah (SWF) cares for more than 100 sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife annually. Restoring them to health and returning them to the wild is our primary goal, but for those that cannot be released due to disabilities, the Cedar Canyon Nature Park (CCNP) can provide them with a permanent home in a natural setting while enhancing our visitors educational experience at the park.
Informing, Educating and Inspiring
The SWF provides over 100 educational programs reaching over 30,000 people annually. We believe providing educational outreach programs to schools, scout groups and community events, with focus on children and families, will make the greatest impact in preserving our wildlife, the environment, our public lands and our resources for future generations to enjoy.
Martin Tyner
Since age twelve, with a bird on his arm, Martin has captivated audiences sharing his knowledge and experience of his wildlife friends.
At age nineteen, Martin was hired as curator of birds of prey at Busch Gardens, CA. He also worked in the movie and television industry training big cats, elephants, primates, sea mammals and raptors.
“One of my greatest childhood fantasies was the desire to create a personal friendship with a wild eagle. I found myself with a love and fascination for these powerful creatures.”
Martin Tyner is a federally licensed falconer, eagle falconer, wildlife rehabilitator, wildlife propagator, and wildlife and environmental educator.
He has been providing wildlife and environmental programs throughout the western United States, to schools, scouts and community groups for over fifty years.
“Grandpa believed in a very simple philosophy; that a person should get up every morning and do good. Doing good means that you do well for others and doing well means that you do good for yourself. There is nothing wrong with doing well, but Grandpa always believed in doing good.”
Martin's book, Healer of Angels, reflects back on his life: from a young boy terrified of birds to becoming the first man in North America licensed to train a wild golden eagle in the ancient art of falconry.