BALD
EAGLE
VIEWING PROGRAMS
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Selected days during February & March 2012
8:30 am
Visitor Center
A video presentation is followed by an observational drive. Dress warm and
have a full tank of gas. Binoculars are recommended.
Free, reservations required
For more information call 618-786-3323 |
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WILDLIFE WEEKENDS
Dow, IL |
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January 7 - February 25, 2012
Saturdays: 10 am - 2 pm
TreeHouse Wildlife Center, 23956 Green Acres Road
Visit the Treehouse Wildlife Center on Saturdays in January and
February to view live bald eagles being rehabilitated at the center.
While you're there, visit some of the other wildlife that call the
center home - hawks, owls, falcons and more.
Free
For more information call 618-466-2990
or visit
www.treehousewildlifecenter.com |
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MASTERS OF THE SKY
East Alton, IL |
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February 18 - February 20, 2011
11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
"Masters
of the Sky", an educational and informational program presented by
the World Bird Sanctuary, features eagles, falcons, owls and other birds
of prey.
There will also be a free eagle display at noon and 2 pm for 30 minutes in
the gallery.
$5 for adults, $3 for children 4-12, free for
children 3 and under
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
Hartford, IL |
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Saturday, February 25, 2012
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Saturday: 12 pm to 2 pm
Sunday: 1 pm to 3 pm
Lewis & Clark Confluence
Tower, 435 Confluence Tower Driver, off IL-3
An
educator from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with a live eagle
display.
Ask
questions, take pictures, and see the majestic bird up close!
Free, admission charged to tour the Tower
For
more information call 618-251-9101 or visit
www.ConfluenceTower.com |
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WORLD EAGLE DAY
Valley Park, MO |
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Sunday, March 18, 2012
10 am - 4 pm
World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road, Valley Park
Celebrate eagles from around the world! Learn
more about these majestic creatures as well as fun raptor facts with
presentations from World Bird Sanctuary naturalists throughout the day.
This event includes many family fun activities. Be sure to bring your
camera!
Free
For more information call 636-225-4390 ext 0
or visit
www.worldbirdsanctuary.org |
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RAPTOR AWARENESS DAY
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, November 10, 2012
2 pm, no admittance after show begins
Collinsville Road
The World Bird Sanctuary of St. Louis brings live birds of prey and
teaches about habitats, differences and similarities between eagles,
hawks, owls, falcons, buzzards, and others. Features a live flight
over the heads of the audience.
Free
For more information call 618-346-5160 |
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Probable Events for
Winter 2012-2013
Dates, times, and
other details will change and will be listed as soon as we get
updated information. |
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ALTON EAGLE FESTIVAL
West Alton, MO & Alton, IL |
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Saturday, January 7, 2012
10 am - 2 pm
The Audubon Center at Riverlands Environmental Demonstration Area&
Downtown Alton Illinois
Join in the fun for the kickoff of eagle watching season. See a live
bald eagle up close and personal. Meet and greet with knowledgeable
people from the area’s Eagle Watching Hot Spots to see what is in store
for the rest of the season. Receive a "bird band" and become an official
Alton Eagle Watcher. Bring the kids for fun activities and crafts. Learn
about eagle watching: how to spot eagles, where to look, and what brings
the eagles to this region each year. Then, head back across the river to
Downtown Alton for ice sculpting on the streets and a wildlife art walk
to view eagle and wildlife photography displayed by artists from Alton
and beyond!
Free
For more information call
1-800-258-6645 |
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BALD
EAGLE FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, January 8, 2012
11 am - 3 pm
Join Pere Marquette Lodge for its annual eagle festival. The World
Bird Sanctuary will showcase and teach about these majestic creatures in
their Masters of the Sky show. In addition to the show, enjoy live
entertainment, tons of craft vendors and fun for the whole family.
Free to the event, Masters of the Sky
Show tickets are $5
For more information call
618-786-2331,
ext. 0 |
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EAGLE DAYS
St. Louis County, MO
Madison County, IL |
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January 14 - January 15, 2012
9 am - 3 pm
Old Chain of Rocks Bridge
This annual event features spotting scopes, live Eagle education program
by the World Bird Sanctuary, and Lewis & Clark reenactors. The annual Eagle Days event is made possible
through a partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources,
Missouri Department of Conservation and Trailnet.
Event is Free
Free and Paid parking available
For more information call
314-877-1309 |
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EAGLE DAYS
St. Louis County, MO |
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January 14 - January 15, 2012
9 am - 3 pm
Columbia Bottoms Conservation Area
Held
in conjunction with the Chain of Rocks events this event provides an
opportunity to view eagles from a different vantage point as they soar
over the Confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers. The event is
hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation and scopes will be set
up to zoom in on an actual eagle’s nest and on these magnificent birds.
There will be a warming tent set up.
Free
For more information call
314-877-1309 |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
Alton, IL |
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Saturdays, January 14, 21, & 28, 2012
10 am to 2 pm
Alton Visitors Center
The World Bird Sanctuary will be bringing a live Bald Eagle for the public
to view up close. 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.
Free
For more information call 1-800-258-6645 |
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EAGLE WATCH & TRAIL WALK
St. Louis County, MO |
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Saturday, January 21, 2012
11 am - 2 pm
Fort
Belle Fontaine Park
Spend a day with the Friends of Fort Belle Fontaine Park observing
the bald eagles along the Missouri River. The World Bird Sanctuary will
be on site from noon until 2 pm. A guided hike will be provided along
the three-mile trail. Hikers and bikers are welcome to take the trek on
their own throughout the day. Refreshments will be served. Be sure to
dress for the weather and meet at the Grand Staircase.
Free
For more information call
314-615-5270 |
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BALD EAGLE
APPRECIATION DAYS
Keokuk, IA |
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January 21 - January 22, 2012
Victory Park and River City Mall, 200 Main Street
Victory Park: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
River City Mall: 9 am - 5 pm
At Victory Park personnel from the Lee County Conservation
Board, Iowa DNR, Illinois DOC and the US Army Corps of Engineers
will staff viewing points with spotting scopes to enable
visitors to see the large gathering of bald eagles that
congregate at Keokuk because of Lock and Dam #19. Activities at
the River City Mall include DNR agencies from Iowa, Illinois and
Missouri displays, Wood Carvers’ Show, Native American Traders
Row & educational booths, Native American drumming, singing &
dancing, and storytelling, and World Bird Sanctuary of St. Louis
live bird presentations.
Free
For information call 319-524-5599 or 1-800-383-1219 |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
East Alton, IL |
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Sunday, January 22, 2012
Sunday, January 29, 2012
12 pm to 4 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
An
educator from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with a live eagle
display in the classroom. Bring your camera to this free program
and then tour the National Great Rivers Museum and the Locks and Dam.
Free, donations appreciated
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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QUINCY EAGLE DAYS
Quincy, IL |
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Saturday, January 28, 2012
9 am
- 4 pm
Lock
and Dam No. 21, W. Lock and Dam Road
Visit Lock and Dam 21 for Quincy's Eagle Days. Rangers will be
on hand to showcase the magnificent birds that winter in the
Quincy area.
Free
For information call
217-228-0890 |
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EAGLE DAYS
Clarksville, MO |
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January 28 - January 29, 2012
Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 3 pm
Various locations throughout town
The World Bird Sanctuary of St. Louis and the Missouri Department
of Conservation will present live eagle
programs every hour at the Apple Shed at the south edge of town.
Spotting scopes, naturalists, and bonfires for warmth will be available at
Riverfront Park. Come early to watch the birds feed in the
Mississippi River.
Free
For more information call 573-242-3132 |
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BIRDS OF PREY
Hartford, IL |
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
1 pm
- 3 pm
Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower,
435 Confluence Tower Drive
Eagles aren’t the only birds of prey in the area. Join the Tree House Wildlife
Center and learn about other birds that call the River Bend area home with
displays and educational activities throughout the day.
Free
event admission. Admission to tour the Tower
For more information call
618-251-9101
or visit www.confluencetower.com |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
East Alton, IL |
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Sunday, February 5, 2012
Sunday, February 12, 2012
12 pm to 4 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
An
educator from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with a live eagle
display in the classroom. Bring your camera to this free program
and then tour the National Great Rivers Museum and the Locks and Dam.
Free, donations appreciated
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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