He came from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey in central Florida, after falling from his nest on a golf course.

North Carolina ... to be found in North Carolina, including around 96 miles of the famous Appalachian Trail, one hike that really stands out as a unique journey is the Grandfather Trail in ...

26 and 27, Helene dumped heavy rain across western North Carolina, leading to landslides, flooding and wind damage in the mountains. Grandfather Mountain was closed until further notice.

We will miss his strength and confidence,” official at not-for-profit animal rehab center says. “He was always so regal and ...

Grandfather Mountain is mourning the loss of an 11-year-old bald eagle. Ajax the bald eagle died on Wednesday following complications from an infection he developed. “We will miss his strength and ...

LINVILLE, N.C. — Ajax, a bald eagle who lived at Grandfather Mountain for nearly a decade after being rescued from a Florida golf course, has died. He was 11. The eagle died Wednesday following ...

Ajax, the beloved Grandfather Mountain bald eagle, has died, Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation officials said on Feb. 5, 2025. Here, he perches in his habitat. LESLIE RESTIVO GRANDFATHER ...