01/02/2023
National Eagle Center, Wabasha
Set up in 1995 to advocate for and protect the majestic creatures, its site overlooks the confluence of the Chippewa and Mississippi Rivers. Thanks to various environmental factors, hundreds of eagles congregate here to hunt fish and feed year-round. As such, you can almost always see at least some soaring through the air before they plunge down and pluck a wriggling fish out of the waters below.
Besides watching them in the wild, you can also meet some of their resident ambassadors – sick and injured eagles that unfortunately can’t be released outside. In addition, engaging exhibits and expert staff members can provide more information on both bald and golden eagles with habitat tours also taking you out to their natural environment.