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(Madison) The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites the public to participate in the rescheduled 38th annual Bald Eagle Watching Days on Saturday February 10th.
Bald eagle enthusiasts can watch eagles soar above a newly renovated overlook at 490 Water Street in Prairie du Sac. Volunteers will be on hand from 8am-4pm to help visitors spot eagles and answer any questions.
Attendees can also enjoy live raptor shows in the River Arts Center in the Sauk Prairie High School featuring educational birds and trainers from the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center in Milwaukee, a screening of a recently recorded rehabilitated bald eagle release with a live expert Q&A session, and more family-friendly activities. Active bald eagle nests can be found in every county in Wisconsin.
The best time to see foraging eagles will be in the morning from 8am to 10am. When viewing eagles at these events or on your own, biologists advise not to venture too close to them, otherwise they will fly off. It is also encouraged to stay in your vehicles or view them in a staffed viewing area.
A link with more information on bald eagle watching and the event is available HERE.
