Big Bear bald eagle couple’s baby chicks named in touching tribute
The two bald eagle chicks born to Jackie and Shadow in Big Bear Valley have been named Sandy and Luna following a public naming contest. The name Sandy pays tribute to Sandy Steers, the late executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley, who was instrumental in protecting the eagles' habitat. The naming coincides with a conservation fundraising campaign and a new U.S. Postal Service stamp series featuring the eaglets.
- ▪Over 63,000 name submissions were received from fans worldwide for the bald eagle chicks.
- ▪Local third graders in Big Bear Valley selected the final names, with Sandy receiving 30 votes and Luna 25.
- ▪The name Sandy honors Sandy Steers, the late executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley, who passed away in February.
- ▪The U.S. Postal Service will release stamps featuring Sandy and Luna to promote awareness of bald eagles.
- ▪Donations made during the naming period supported efforts to protect the eagles’ Moon Camp habitat from development.
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Metro Big Bear bald eagle couple’s baby chicks named in touching tribute By Nina Joudeh Published May 1, 2026, 6:38 p.m. ET Big Bear’s beloved bald eagle chicks finally have names — and one carries an emotional tribute. Jackie and Shadow’s two eaglets have officially been named Sandy and Luna after more than 63,000 name submissions from fans worldwide, with local Big Bear Valley third graders making the final call, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley. 5 Fans submitted names between April 15 and April 26. Facebook/Friends of Big Bear Valley The name Sandy honors Sandy Steers, the longtime Friends of Big Bear Valley executive director and fierce protector of the eagles’ habitat, who died in February.
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