Name: 2024 Eagles in Flight Weekend
Start: 2024-01-26T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-01-28T11:00:00-05:00
Location: Turkey Run State Park

2024 Eagles in Flight Weekend

Non-profit organizations that supports Turkey Run and Shades State Parks. 100% of their funds go towards park projects.

The Friends of Turkey Run & Shades State Park

Discover bald eagle nests, roosts, and hunting grounds as we explore the life of our national symbol.

Turkey Run State Park

Enjoy seeing wild bald eagles, an educational ambassador bald eagle, and other birds of prey. Support the park and find unique items in our Friends of Turkey Run &amp; Shades State Parks online auction. Meet other nature enthusiasts and enjoy a winter weekend full of bird programming. Additional preregistration is needed. Please see details on order confirmation page.

Friends of Turkey Run &amp; Shades State ParksSupport the Friends of Turkey Run &amp; Shades State Parks by participating in their online auction. View the items ahead of time by visiting: <a href="https://www.32auctions.com/EIF24" title="https://www.32auctions.com/EIF24" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Eagles in Flight Silent Auction 2024 | Free Online Silent Auction Fundraisers | 32auctions</a>100% of the proceeds goes to the Friends Group, a non-for-profit community organization that assists Turkey Run &amp; Shades State Parks. They have helped the parks by purchasing soccer goals for both parks, a new drinking foundatin for the Turkey Run Nature Center, funding the Lusk Home kitchen renovation, providing racoon proof trash facilities at the parks, participating in funding for our future Trail Head Plaza, monthly concert series, workshops, along with quite a bit of time and dedication.

Stay at the Turkey Run Inn!Use group code 0126EI to make room reservations at the Turkey Run Inn. Reserve at: IndianaInns.com or 1-877-563-4371The Turkey Run Inn's dining room will be open during breakfast time (8-11am), lunch time (11-2 pm) and dinner time (5-8 pm). Boxed lunches will also be available from the inn for pre-order after you purchase your ticket(s).

Agenda

Introduction to the weekend and all upcoming activities. 

Friday, January 26th - Beginning Remarks

The Friends will have items for bid in the Strauss Room until Saturday Evening. 

Friday, January 26th - Friends of Turkey Run & Shades Silent Auction begins 

 Explore the diverse birding adventures that Indiana has to offer, and learn how to engage with the Indiana Audubon's conservation efforts. 

Friday, January 26th - Birding Through the Season, Indiana Audubon Society 

Meet and learn about live birds of prey with Mark Booth. Note: birds that are brought are limited to whichever are most cooperative and ready to educate. 

Friday, January 26th - Live Birds of Prey

Follow the DNR van to local eagle roost sites. Caravan leaves at 6:45 am sharp from the Inn parking lot. 

Saturday, January 27th - Morning Roost #1

Get the chance to see songbirds up-close at the Nature Center with Indiana Audubon Society. Find our how researchers gather avian data. 

Saturday, January 27th - Bird Banding

GUIDED: Visit local eagle nest sites and hunting locations guided by Alan Bruner. Note: guided trip has limited spots - email jfansler@dnr.in.gov to reserve.          
SELF GUIDED: Visit local eagle nest sites and hunting locations using your provided map. Naturalists will be at nest sites with spotting scopes to use. Stop into the Lusk Room for map assistance and suggestions. 

Saturday, January 27th - Eagle Field Trips

Hear what efforts the International Crane Foundation is making and how to support them. 

Saturday, January 27th - International Crane Foundation

Meet Hardy Lake's bald eagle and learn about this incredible species. Note: birds brought are limited to whichever is most cooperative and ready to educate. 

Saturday, January 27th - Live Bald Eagle Program

Meet Hardy Lake's Owl species and find out what makes them different than other birds of prey. Note: birds brought are limited to whichever is most cooperative and ready to educate. 

Saturday, January 27th - Live Owl Program

Final bids will be collected and winners can pay. 

Saturday, January 27th - Silent Auction Ends

Meet a Naturalist at the Inn Foyer to attempt hearing Turkey Run's wild owls on a night hike. 

Saturday, January 27th - Owl Prowl #1

Saturday, January 27th - Owl Prowl #2

Follow the DNR van to local eagle roost sites. Caravan leaves at 6:45 sharp from the Inn parking lot. 

Sunday, January 28th - Morning Roost #2

Get the chance to see songbirds up-close at the Nature Center with Indiana Audubon Society. Find out how researchers gather their avian data. 

Sunday, January 28th - Bird Banding 

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