Summary

Bald Eagle Tours

Prices From	USD$ $79.00
1st Departure	02.18.2012
Provider	Blue Sky Outfitters
Destination	Skagit River
Duration	4 Hour Nature Tour
Challenge	Beginner
Avg Rating	Not Rated

In the winter months we offer bald eagle tours on the Lower Skagit. During this time the Skagit River is host to over 500 migrating eagles from Canada and Alaska that stop to feast on our abundant salmon runs. This section of the Skagit River is flat water and you'll stay warm while sipping hot chocolate as you get a close-up look a these majestic birds. This is a special favorite of photography lovers as the calm water allows you to photograph from the boats. Minimum Age: 3 2.5 Hours from Seattle 2.5 Hours from Vancouver, BC

Itinerary

Day 1

We meet at Howard Miller Steelhead Park in Rockport. We’ll hand out life jackets, go over what you’ll need to know, and set out for the day - make sure you have plenty of warm clothes a camera and binoculars! You’ll begin the trip floating down the river, taking in the amazing scenery. We’ll watch for eagles as we enjoy hot chocolate and learn all about these amazing birds from your guide. The eagles become more numerous as we continue down the river and float into the Preserve. Once in the preserve, you might see several birds all in one tree! When our trip ends, we’ll finish with our winter chili feed beside a roaring campfire - a perfect way to finish out a winter afternoon.

Gear List

You should bring: 

Thick Wool Socks 

Warm pants and sweater or fleece 

Warm coat 

Thermal underwear 

Warm hat 

Gloves or mittens 

Rain gear 

Waterproof shoes or boots (self-bailing rafts do let a little bit of water in through the floor) 

Any necessary medications 

Optional: 

Cheap sunglasses with strap 

Chapstick with sunscreen 

Camera (be sure to bring something to keep it dry if it rains) 

Binoculars 

Guide gratuity 

Blue Sky Outfitters Provides: 

Water resistant drybags on each raft (for extra sweaters, hats, etc.) 

Coast Guard approved life jackets 

Hot cocoa for the trip 

Feel free to email us or call us at 800-228-RAFT if you have any questions about what to bring on your Skagit River Raft Trip.

Travel Information

Activity Location

Skagit River, Howard Miller Steelhead Park
5110 Railroad Avenue
Rockport, WA 98283 USA

Destination Location

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