A site interpreter at Pere Marquette State Park will present informative programs about bald eagles this winter. Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles, what eagles eat, why they spend winter months in the area and much more. There will be a short video presentation followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles. Please dress warmly and have a full tank of gas. Reservations are required by calling 618-786-3323. For all ages.
Presentations begin at 8:30 a.m. at Pere Marquette State Park in Grafton, Ill. Free.
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