On Saturday October 12, 2019, a Beauty Point resident called Brian Van Nevel and said a loon had been swimming in circles in front of his home for at least a day. Brian and his friend Grace checked it out (in the sleet and wind) and determined the loon had fishing line wrapped around its body, holding its left wing and leg against its side. As they approached the loon would dive, making it impossible to get close.

Fast forward to Thursday afternoon, October 17th. Brian & Grace were out fishing and noted the loon close by. They approached it several times, the last time it didn’t dive and Grace was able to net it. They removed the line and jig, noting the loon was cooperative and didn’t seem harmed in any way, just tired. When they released it it's wings and legs were functioning normally.

We couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. A big thanks to Brian and Grace for their kindness in helping the loon.

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