The California Department of Fish and Wildlife confirms that Jackie passed away on the night of August 9, 2026, after more than three weeks of intensive medical treatment at the Ojai Center for Birds of Prey. Jackie became the first recorded bald eagle hatchling in Big Bear Valley in the summer of 2012.

Her story reached viewers around the world through Big Bear’s nest camera, where Jackie and Shadow were watched as they nurtured the eaglets and adapted to the changing seasons in their mountain habitat.

Fly Free Jackie 2012-2026 Shirt – V-Neck T-Shirt in Memory of Big Bear the Bald Eagle

An eagle soaring across the large central lettering creates a powerful sense of movement and freedom. The memorial years are subtly represented, keeping the message solemn, while the contrasting typography remains easily readable on each color. The combination of wildlife imagery and clear typography gives the product an emotional yet versatile look.

“Fly Free” reflects a heartfelt farewell to Jackie and honors the impact her life made on followers of the Big Bear eagle family. Her documented story began in Big Bear Valley in 2012 and evolved into a widely followed wildlife journey, focusing on resilience, family, and conservation.

Keep Jackie’s memory soaring with the Fly Free Jackie 2012-2026 Shirt. Choose a color that suits your style and carry a meaningful Big Bear memento on nature hikes, memorials, everyday occasions, or as a thoughtful gift for someone who was moved by Jackie’s remarkable story.