Tamarack Wildlife Center

Join the Effort to Save Our Symbol: Protecting Bald Eagles from Lead Poisoning

Embark on a journey with us as we soar to new heights in eagle conservation. “Save Our Symbol” is a grassroots initiative dedicated to safeguarding our national emblem, the majestic bald eagle, from the silent threat of lead poisoning. Our mission is to educate, advocate, and inspire voluntary action to transition to non-lead alternatives for hunting and fishing, ensuring a safer environment for these awe-inspiring birds.

Why Lead is a Threat to Bald Eagles: Lead ammunition and tackle, when left behind in the wild, can be ingested by scavenging eagles, leading to fatal poisoning. This preventable tragedy not only endangers individual birds but also threatens the success of eagle conservation efforts.

Our Goal: We aim to raise awareness about the dangers of lead poisoning and promote the voluntary use of non-toxic materials in outdoor sports. The funds raised through this GoFundMe will be donated to the Tamarack Wildlife Center to support their invaluable work in eagle and other wildlife rehabilitation and education.

Be a Part of the Solution: Switch your hunting and fishing gear to non-lead options, or commit to burying any remains containing lead. Your actions can directly make the world safer for eagles. Consider donating today, and become an ally to preserve our bald eagles for generations to come. 

Your Impact: Every person who switches to non-lead hunting and fishing gear makes the world safer for eagles. Each contribution brings us closer to a future where bald eagles can thrive without the shadow of lead poisoning. Your support protects these symbols of freedom by fueling educational outreach and helping rehabilitate and release poisoned or injured eagles back into the wild.

Together, we can turn the tide against lead poisoning and celebrate the resurgence of America’s bald eagle population