Saturday, February 1, 2025
8 AM – 10 AM
Free Event, Drop In

Winter is a perfect time to see bald eagles in the wild as they congregate to feed near open waters along the Fox River and at open spots on lakes. An In Search of Eagles outdoor event will be held at four sites on Saturday morning.

Representatives from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Friends of Hackmatack Wildlife Refuge, Friends of Moraine Hills State Park, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, McHenry County Audubon, McHenry County Conservation District and Lakeland Audubon Society will be on hand at the McHenry, Algonquin, and former Carpenter dam (meet at Fox River Shores Forest Preserve) sites along the Fox River in Illinois and at the Williams Bay boat launch on Lake Geneva in Wisconsin to help you search for eagles. There will be scopes and binoculars available for use at each location, along with guided activities for children. Visit the site closest to you or visit them all!

No registration is required. Attendees are asked to dress for the weather and to bring their own binoculars if they have a pair, but binoculars are not needed to enjoy seeing birds in the wild.

If you have any concerns on Saturday morning about the weather, please call the Friends of Hackmatack phone line at (262) 448-3558 where there will be a message regarding the status of the event.

Eagles of Illinois

Unfortunately, this show has been cancelled due to unexpected issues.
All Registrants will receive an email notification. Please respond so that they do not have to call individually.
Thank you for your patience, and we will find out if this show can be re-scheduled.  
Watch this page for further information.

11 AM – 12:30 PM
Prairieview Education Center
Crystal Lake, IL

People have been inspired by eagles for centuries. Religions, countries, armies and others have adopted the eagle as their symbol of power. See the power and beauty of these truly magnificent birds of prey. You will also see other birds of prey that are commonly misidentified as eagles. Presented by the Illinois Raptor Center and sponsored by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. FREE but registration required.

January 14, 2025:  This program is full.  Sign up to be placed on a waiting list.