Join World Bird Sanctuary and our partners as we celebrate Bald Eagle Season around the region!
At this time of
year, the holidays are behind us, the weather has turned cold and nasty, and
we’re all looking for something to do besides watch TV and hold down our
recliners.
For those of us
who live along the Mississippi flyway the colder temperatures herald the
arrival of some of the most admired and magnificent creatures of them
all. No—not reindeer. This is the season for eagle
watching!
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| A wild Bald Eagle takes flight along the Mississippi River in winter. Photo with kind permission of Sandra's Shooting Gallery.
The nearby
rivers make for great eagle watching, particularly near Locks and Dams. Bald Eagles migrate south along the Mississippi River, looking for good fishing in
water that hasn’t frozen solid.
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| Eagle watchers regularly see Bald Eagles on the frozen Mississippi River during eagle days. Photo with kind permission of Sandra's Shooting Gallery. |
If you can bear
braving the cold and wind along the river, chances are that you will see wild
Bald Eagles in action, hunting their prey, perching in a tree, or soaring up
above. Eagle watching is an annual tradition for many of us, even those of
us that are lucky enough to see and work with them every day.
If you want to
see a live bald eagle up close and in person, you can visit the World Bird Sanctuary, or catch one of the displays or presentations below:
200 Piasa Street, Alton, IL 62002
“Bald Eagle Meet and Greet!” A bald
eagle and naturalist will be on hand to talk to the public about bald
eagles. Get your picture taken next to a
Bald Eagle and participate in fun kid’s crafts.
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| Eagle Days around the region provide an opportunity for you to meet a Bald Eagle in person, before going out to look for wild ones along the Mississippi River! Photo with kind permission of Sandra's Shooting Gallery. |
February
1st, 8th, 2015
| 10 am—2pm
301 Riverlands Way, West Alton, MO 63386
A bald eagle and naturalist will be on
hand to talk to the public about bald eagles.
Get your picture taken next to a Bald Eagle. Be sure to bring your camera! After this personal encounter you can pick up
an official ‘All Around Alton Eagle Watcher's Guide’ and set off along the
Great River Road to see eagles in their natural habitat.
571 Franklin Street, Carlyle, Il 62231
All About Eagles Program
Did you know that Ben Franklin wanted
the turkey as our national symbol instead of the Bald Eagle? Get an up close
and personal view of a Bald Eagle and learn the reasons it was chosen instead
of the turkey.
Chain of Rocks Bridge, Riverview Drive, Saint Louis, MO
All About Eagles Program
Did you know that Ben Franklin wanted
the turkey as our national symbol instead of the Bald Eagle? Get an up close
and personal view of a Bald Eagle and learn the reasons it was chosen instead
of the turkey.
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| Missouri Department of Conservation's popular Chain of Rocks Eagle Days are back in 2014! Photo with kind permission of Sandra's Shooting Gallery. |
915 Utz Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042
All About Eagles Program
Did you know that Ben Franklin wanted
the turkey as our national symbol instead of the Bald Eagle? Get an up close
and personal view of a Bald Eagle and learn the reasons it was chosen instead
of the turkey.
The Apple Shed, Clarksville, MO 63336
All About Eagles Program
Did you know that Ben Franklin wanted
the turkey as our national symbol instead of the Bald Eagle? Get an up close
and personal view of a Bald Eagle and learn the reasons it was chosen instead
of the turkey.
Arnold Recreational Center—Gym, 1695 Missouri State Road, Arnold, MO 63010
Features birds of prey including
falcons, hawks, owls and vultures. Not only will you see different species of
raptors, but you'll also learn a vulture's secret weapon and how to identify a
bird of prey in the wild. Sit back and enjoy an up close view as some of the
birds soar right over your head!
13002 Bellefontaine Road, Saint Louis, MO 63138
4 bird display featuring a bald eagle
and other birds of prey. Naturalists
will be on hand to talk about the animals.
4800 Lock and Dam Road
Modoc, IL 62261
All About Eagles Program
Did you know that Ben Franklin wanted
the turkey as our national symbol instead of the Bald Eagle? Get an up close
and personal view of a Bald Eagle and learn the reasons it was chosen instead
of the turkey.
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| Most Eagle Days events provide expert eagle spotters who can help you find wild bald eagles after enjoying a World Bird Sanctuary eagle presentation. Photo with kind permission of Sandra's Shooting Gallery. |
10956 North Dickson Mounds Road, Lewistown, IL 61542
Features birds of prey including an
eagle, falcons, hawks, owls and vultures. Not only will you see different
species of raptors, but you'll also learn a vulture's secret weapon and how to
identify a bird of prey in the wild. Sit back and enjoy an up close view as
some of the birds soar right over your head!
1670 Riverview Drive, Portage De Sioux, MO 63373
A bald eagle and naturalist will be on
hand to talk to the public about bald eagles.
Get your picture taken next to a Bald Eagle. Be sure to bring your camera!
February
15th, 2015 | 11 am—4 pm
February
16th, 2015 | 10 am—1 pm
Route 3 South, East Alton, Il 62024
Masters of the Sky Program with eagle
Features birds of prey including an
eagle, falcons, hawks, owls and vultures. Not only will you see different
species of raptors, but you'll also learn a vulture's secret weapon and how to
identify a bird of prey in the wild. Sit back and enjoy an up close view as
some of the birds soar right over your head!
435 Confluence Tower Drive, Hartford, Il 62048
A bald eagle and naturalist will be on
hand to talk to the public about bald eagles.
Get your picture taken next to a Bald Eagle. Be sure to bring your camera!
Bald Eagle Winter Watch—Saint Charles County Parks Department
February 28th, 2015 | 9:30 am—11:30 am
February 28th, 2015 | 9:30 am—11:30 am
1550 Hide Away Harbor Drive, Portage De Sioux, MO 63373
A bald eagle and naturalist will be on
hand to talk to the public about bald eagles.
Get your picture taken next to a Bald Eagle. Be sure to bring your camera!
Rolla Middle School Auditorium, 1111 Soest Road, Rolla, MO 65401
Features birds of prey including an
eagle, falcons, hawks, owls and vultures. Not only will you see different
species of raptors, but you'll also learn a vulture's secret weapon and how to
identify a bird of prey in the wild. Sit back and enjoy an up close view as
some of the birds soar right over your head!
Busch Wildlife Area, 2360 Hwy D, Saint Charles, MO 63304
A wetlands themed 4 bird display featuring birds of
prey. Naturalists will be on hand to
talk about the animals.
With all these eagle programs, indoors and outdoors, there is no reason for you not to get outside this winter to enjoy our National Symbol!
Submitted by Catherine Redfern
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