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 Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026