Three were on Precipice Trail, closed to protect peregrines
AUG 02, 2024
Via Acadia National Park
UPDATE: AUG 2 ANP has stated that it has identified the suspects.
BAR HARBOR—Acadia National Park rangers are investigating multiple violations of a wildlife protection closure within the park put in place to protect the vulnerable peregrine falcon population.
On July 24, 2024, at 11:06 a.m., U.S. park rangers received a report that three individuals (see photos) were seen partway up the Precipice Trail. Most of the east face of Champlain Mountain, including the entirety of the Precipice Trail, is closed for several months every year to support the protection of Peregrine Falcons, their nesting sites, and surrounding habitat. Peregrine Falcons are a federally protected species under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C. §§703-712).
Research has shown that nesting peregrine falcons are particularly vulnerable to human activities, which can disturb the adults and make them less attentive to the eggs or chicks. Human activities near a nesting area can lead to temporary or permanent abandonment of the nest by the adults leaving chicks susceptible to hypothermia, starvation, and predation.
This closure is clearly marked at the trail site, and it is widely publicized across various platforms, including Acadia National Park’s official website and social media accounts.Information from other visitors is often very helpful to investigators. If you were in the area of the Precipice Trail on July 24, 2024, or if you have information that could help, please contact us. You don’t have to tell us who you are, but please tell us what you know.
WAYS TO CONTACT THE NPS IF YOU SEE/CAN IDENTIFY THE SUSPECTS
CALL the NPS Tip Line 888-653-0009
ONLINE go.nps.gov/SubmitATip EMAIL nps_isb@nps.gov
EMERGENCY dial 9-1-1
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