Ospreys return to SML nest, so why can’t you watch them raise chicks this year? Evan Jones March 28, 2016 1 minute read An osprey pair is back in the nest at Smith Mountain Lake State Park — a nest with a camera trained on it. But this year, you won’t be able to watch on line as the parents raise their young. WFIR’s Evan Jones reports on one main reason why: Share: Post navigation Previous: Tips on coping with spring allergies from LewisGale doctorNext: Roanoke County couple who lost children in fire asking the community to show support for injured friend Related Stories New Study Ranks Virginia’s Public Schools 6th in the Nation Emma Thomas July 24, 2026 A local hero of the American Revolution is honored with a new exhibit by the Salem Museum & Historical Society Gene Marrano July 23, 2026 Plays, plays everywhere … and a closing night artist reception and lecture at Hollins Gene Marrano July 22, 2026