Eagle Watch Weekends
Before you know it, the brisk winter season will be upon us. During this time the frozen waterways in the northern U.S. and Canada bring North American Bald Eagles south in search of more ample food sources. Kentucky State Parks take this opportunity to arrange special field outings to view this majestic bird in the wild. In addition, programs are planned that will offer the opportunity to see and learn about live Birds of Prey from expert speakers. Kentucky State Parks, in cooperation with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and the US Army Corps of Engineers, are pleased to continue our Eagle Watch Weekend events at Kentucky Dam Village, Kenlake, Lake Barkley, and Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Parks. For nearly 40 years Eagle Weekends have been devoted to the observation, education, and conservation of our national symbol.
Guided Eagle Watch Tours
Guided tours at Kentucky Dam Village, Kenlake and Lake Barkley will take place either aboard the CQ Princess excursion yacht or by passenger van. Dale Hollow’s tours will be by open barge or pontoon boats. While boat tours may provide opportunities to view eagles more closely, van tours provide a larger variety of wildlife viewing, including wild turkey, deer, and possibly elk and bison. Tours will alternate with other programs.
Fees and Lodging
Registration fees include all programs, guest speakers, guided tours, refreshments and other weekend highlights. Once your check is received, a confirmation will be sent with a more detailed schedule of activities. Tours are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants must pre-register with the individual park. Download registration form. For additional program information, contact the Program Services Supervisor at one of the following parks:
For any tours offered, be sure to bring warm clothes, rain gear and binoculars. Field trips can take place under extreme weather conditions, including rain, snow, and gusty winds. If we feel it is necessary to cancel field trips due to unsafe circumstances, every effort will be made to reschedule your party on another trip. If this is not feasible, a refund of the tour fee portion of your registration will be given. The open barge tours at Dale Hollow Lake, however, will NOT be rescheduled due to inclement weather.