Stockton Lake Eagle Day scheduled

Published Nov. 2, 2017
Stockton Lake will host the 24th annual Eagle Day January 6th, 2018. Register for the boat tours by January 5th.

Stockton Lake will host the 24th annual Eagle Day January 6th, 2018. Register for the boat tours by January 5th.

Birdwatchers can view Eagles and other migratory birds in the spring and fall at Rathbun Lake.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Stockton Lake, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the Missouri Department of Conservation will host the 24th annual Eagle Day on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018, at 10:00 a.m.

STOCKTON, Mo.— The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Stockton Lake, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the Missouri Department of Conservation will host the 24th annual Eagle Day on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018, at 10:00 a.m.  

Boat tours will be provided to transport spectators to and from eagle observation areas while providing unique views of Stockton Lake not seen from the roadway or campground. The tours will begin at three marinas; Orleans Trail Marina, Mutton Creek Marina and Stockton State Park Marina. Due to limited seating, tour registration is required prior to the event.  

A $5 donation for the lake tour is requested by the Stockton Lake Association but is not required. The donations help cover fuel and other costs associated with the boat tours and are very much appreciated.  

If you are interested in taking part in this experience, please register with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Stockton Lake project office at 417-276-3113 by 4 p.m. on Jan. 5, 2018. Dress appropriately for the day’s weather conditions and don’t forget to bring binoculars and a camera. In the event of extreme weather, tune in to KRWP 107.7 FM or KTTS 94.7 FM for cancellation information.  

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Event flyer: http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Portals/29/docs/lakesites/stockton/StocktonEagleDay.pdf


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