We’re traveling over the river and through the woods to meet with this esteemed bird who touches the heavens.

For a bird who holds such a commanding presence, it’s no wonder the Bald Eagle has been revered and seen as sacred long before becoming an emblem of nations. Eagles have been symbols of spiritual power, protection, and connection to the divine, carrying messages and souls to the heavens. They have also symbolized protection, warrior-like spirit, freedom, independence, and authority.

Symbolism aside, Bald Eagles‘ attributions echo their natural behaviors of fierce predation, powerful eyesight, high-soaring flights, and ability to carry large prey. Their remarkable parental care, carefully guarding nests and training young, is another trait reflected in stories of protection and guidance. The eagle’s place in legend is not far removed from its place in nature: both as a commanding figure of the skies and as a creature worthy of respect, caution, and admiration.