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Winter 2007-2008 Events
Pere Marquette State Park

All interpretive events at Pere Marquette State Park are free of charge.

Every winter Pere Marquette State Park and the surrounding area plays host to to our national bird, the Bald Eagle. The Park's Site Interpretive Program Coordinator, Scott Isringhausen, will be presenting informative programs about these magnificent creatures. Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature eagles, what they eat, why they winter in the area and more. Each program begins at 8:30 am at the Park’s Visitor Center. There will be a lecture and a short video presentation followed by an observational drive. Be sure to dress warmly and have a full tank of gas. Binoculars are highly recommended but not essential as the Park brings along a spotting scope. These programs are very popular and reservations are required, which can be made by calling 618-786-3323. If you are among the first to sign up for any given day, you have the option of riding in the Park’s van with the staff. Bald Eagle's aren't the only birds to be seen on these trips. Participants might spot the Great Blue Heron, Canadian Geese, Wild Turkeys and the Pileated Woodpecker, making this a recommended trip for birders.
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Schedule of Eagle Viewing Programs
Winter 2007-2008

Reservations are not taken until November 15th

December Dates

Friday, December 21st
Wednesday, December 26th

January Dates

Tuesday, January 8th
Wednesday, January 9th

Monday, January 14th

Sunday, January 27th
Monday, January 28th
Tuesday, January 29th
Wednesday, January 30th

February Dates

Saturday, February 2nd
Sunday, February 3rd

Tuesday, February 5th
Wednesday, February 6th

Saturday, February 9th
Sunday, February 10th

Saturday, February 16th

Tuesday, February 19th
Wednesday, February 20th

Saturday, February 23rd
Sunday, February 24th

Tuesday, February 26th

March Dates

Saturday, March 1st

Area Events
The greatriverroad.com area has events in all seasons including fairs, festivals, reenactments, biking and walking events, and more! Check out our Calendar of Events pages for details.