
Jan. 27-28, 2024
ALL WEEKEND:
Starved Rock Audubon Society members will have viewing scopes set up at the Illinois Waterway Vistor Center and be available to answer all eagle questions.
SATURDAY-January 27, 2024
“Raptor Awareness”
Showtimes: 10:00 am,1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
Description: 45-minute, live Birds of Prey Show
Presented by: Stillman Nature Center
Theater capacity: 75 people maximum
SUNDAY-January 28, 2024
Photographing Raptors & Wildlife
Showtime: 10:00am – 10:45am
Presented by: David Anderson, Professional Photographer
Bio: David is an Ottawa native, has been photographing natural beauty in the area since 2001, where he first encountered the wildflowers found at Starved Rock State Park.
Description: Improve your skills as a nature photographer. Bring your own camera. Part of session will be outdoors.
Theater capacity: 75 people maximum
A Partnership with Birds of Prey
Showtime: 1:00pm – 1:45pm
Presented by: Great Lakes Falconry Association
Description: Birds of prey & the ancient art of falconry.
Theater capacity: 75 people maximum
Bald Eagle Craft and Storytime
Event time: 3:00pm – 3:45pm
Presented by: Park Ranger Sarah Fisher
Description: Children will make an eagle headband & enjoy storytime. A costumed eagle will be in attendance!
Theater capacity: 25 people maximum
Events will also take place at:
Starved Rock Lodge
Gym at Utica Village Hall
Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center
For a complete listing of weekend activities and times visit:
Eagle Watch Weekend 2024
or CLICK HERE to download a printable brochure.