Upper Wabash Eagle Watch now spanning three days, Feb. 18-20

Indiana DNR Release:

View bald eagles in the wild, Feb. 18-20 during the annual Upper Wabash Eagle Watch. Plenty of spots are still available Feb. 18 and Feb. 20.

The sessions begin with a talk about bald eagles at the interpretive center. Then, travel to popular eagle spots. The journey will end up at a nearby roost site so guests can watch the bald eagles fly in for the night.

On Feb. 18, participants will meet at the Salamonie Interpretive Center at 5 p.m. and travel by caravan to the roost site, with one stop along the way. This evening is organized for those who are unable to invest the entire afternoon. Coffee will be available at the roost site for a small donation.

On Feb. 19 and 20, participants will meet at the interpretive center at 3 p.m. and caravan to several locations on the way to the roost. Once there, the Wabash Valley Coonhunters Association will offer a bowl of chili, coffee or hot chocolate for a $3 donation.

“Sunday’s trip on Feb. 20 has the greatest number of openings at this time. Visitors will enjoy smaller caravans as we follow each other to the viewing sites and will also benefit from two prior days of scouting for the eagle locations currently being used by these awesome birds,” said Lynnanne Fager, interpretive naturalist.

Participants should dress for the weather and bring binoculars if they have them, as well as any snacks or drinks, and a full tank of gas. Donations will gladly be accepted for the raptor center and for the refreshments. There is no fee for the program.

Registration is required. There will be van seats available for a limited number of people. The number of cars in the caravans will also be limited.

To register, call (260) 468-2127 or visit the Salamonie Interpretive Center in the Lost Bridge West Recreation Area, 3691 S. New Holland Road, Andrews, IN 46702.

For more information, visit the Upper Wabash Reservoirs Interpretive Services website at www.dnr.IN.gov/uwis.