One of Clarksville’s main events, Eagle Days takes place the last full weekend in January and is hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Hourly programs are presented in the Appleshed and give visitors opportunities for great photos and to see these stunning and majestic birds up close and personal. After the live eagle program (which is free), a 20-minute film is also available in the Appleshed’s theater. In Riverfront Park, the Conservation Department has spotting scopes for viewing and conservationists are on hand to answer any questions you may have. Bonfires will help keep you warm and eagles will fly by to thrill you!

Saturday, January 26, 2019- 9:00 AM to  Saturday, January 26, 2019- 4:00 PM

The Apple Shed- 702 S 2nd St- Clarksville, MO 63336- Get Directions

Bring your camera, warm clothes and the entire family. Food is available at a number of locations around town and this is a sight you won’t want to miss.

A FEW EAGLE TIDBITS:

Male and female eagles are identical.

Both have the white heads and tails at maturity of 5 years old. Until that time, they are dark or splotchy (patches of white) here and there. The dark first-year birds are sometimes mistaken for golden eagles.

Eagles mate for life.

Eagles will eat dead animals (easy pickings), they are opportunists, but they do prefer fish.

From the MDC:

HELLO EAGLE WATCHERS! Missouri’s winter eagle watching is spectacular and we hope you will join us in Clarksville to view our national symbol in the wild. What to bring: Winter outdoor clothing, camera and binoculars (optional), family and friends. DRESS FOR COLD WEATHER!
Where: Lock and Dam 24, The Apple Shed, and River Front City Park in Clarksville MO.

Location Information
The Apple Shed has a climate controlled 120 seat theater, large visual arts display area, and huge enclosed general purpose venue. On occasion the roof may leak, but the building was built to keep apples cold year-round. Dress warm!