KANSAS CITY, KAN. — Catch a glimpse of the country’s national symbol during Wyandotte County’s 2014 Annual Eagle Days Celebration, Jan. 25th and 26th, sponsored by the Kansas City BPU.
Now expanded to include a second day of activities, this annual event helps to celebrate the American Bald Eagle and educate the public about wildlife in Wyandotte County.
“BPU is proud to sponsor this local event which recognizes a national icon and the preservation efforts that have helped sustain the American Bald Eagle,” said Don Gray, general manager of BPU. “We are excited to be a part of this educational opportunity for Wyandotte County residents and our community.”
This year’s event will take place at both the F.L. Schlagle Library and Davis Hall in Wyandotte County Lake Park during the two days.
Saturday’s events will occur between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., and include eagle crafts, live Bald Eagle presentations by Operation Wildlife and opportunities to view a variety of owls, hawks, kestrels and falcons. There will also be Bald Eagle viewings along the lake. Events will repeat on Sunday from Noon – 4 p.m. See full schedule for more information.
This event is free and open to the public. Take the West Road upon entering park to F.L. Schlagle Library or the East Road to Davis Hall.
In addition to the Kansas City BPU, the 2014 Eagle Day Celebration is being sponsored by the Wyandotte County United Government Parks and Recreation Department, the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library and Operation Wildlife. To learn more about 2014 Eagle Day, call 913.299.2384 or visit www.kckpl.org.
Full Schedule
January 25, 2014
Location: Schlagle Library, Wyandotte County Lake Park
• 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Eagle Crafts/Eagle Viewing
• 10 – 10:45 a.m. – Live Bald Eagle Presentation, Operation Wildlife
• 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. – Live Bald Eagle Presentation, Operation Wildlife
Location: J.P. Davis Hall, Wyandotte County Lake Park
• 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Exhibits with live hawks, owls, falcons, and other raptors. Visit with volunteers from Operation Wildlife.
• 10 a.m., 1 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. – Live Bird of Prey Presentation
January 26, 2014
Location: Schlagle Library, Wyandotte County Lake Park
• Noon – 4 p.m. – Eagle Crafts/Eagle Viewing
• 1 – 1:45 p.m. – Live Bald Eagle Presentation, Operation Wildlife
• 3 – 3:15 p.m. – Live Bald Eagle Presentation, Operation Wildlife
Location: J.P. Davis Hall, Wyandotte County Lake Park
• Noon – 4 p.m. – Exhibits with live hawks, owls, falcons, and other raptors. Visit with volunteers from Operation Wildlife.
• 1 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. – Live Bird of Prey Presentation
