Bald eagles gather around the major lakes of western Kentucky looking for food. For four decades, the Kentucky State Parks have offered a chance to view the eagles from land and water and learn about the national symbol and other wildlife.
The tours take place at three state resort parks on an excursion yacht and by van. They are led by state park naturalists and staff from the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Ticket prices for the weekend tours range from $25 to $70 per person. Most tours last from three to 3½ hours. The official eagle weekend tours include evening programs on Friday and Saturday.
Kenlake State Resort Park also offers brunch cruises on February 4 and 10 and lunch cruises on February 2 and 10.
Kentucky Dam Village is also offering a Valentine’s Eagle Viewing cruise on February 11.
Kentucky Dam Village is also offering a Valentine’s Eagle Viewing cruise on February 11.
The parks, phone numbers and dates for Eagle Watch Weekends are:
Lake Barkley State Resort Park (270-924-1131): January 19-21. Yacht tours and van tours to the Land Between the Lakes.
Lake Barkley State Resort Park (270-924-1131): January 19-21. Yacht tours and van tours to the Land Between the Lakes.
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park (270-362-4271): January 26-28. Yacht tours and van tours to the Ballard Wildlife Management Area.
Kenlake State Resort Park (270-474-2211): Eagle Weekend with evening programs February 2-4. Eagle cruise February 9. Brunch cruises on February 4, 10. Lunch cruises on February 2, 10.
Guests should bring warm clothes, rain gear and binoculars. These trips can take place under extreme weather conditions. The resorts offer lodges, cottages and restaurants. Registration is required for the Eagle Watch Weekends. Call the parks for registration, details and fee information or visit: www.parks.ky.gov
