Children s Programs - A variety of unique and entertaining children s programs utilize music, puppets, masks and storytelling to impart the importance of appreciating and protecting our natural world. LIVE Birds of Prey Demonstrations - Come see and learn about these remarkable large birds. Presentations feature a variety of non-releasable birds of prey who have become important wildlife ambassadors. Among the birds presented are golden eagles, bald eagles, owl species, falcons and hawks. Native American Presentations - Enlightening and poignant performances using Native American dancing and drumming rituals.
Tribal members wear traditional regalia used during ceremonial dances.
The eagle dance gives honor and recognition to the spiritual significance of eagles in Native American cultures. Land Based Eagle Viewing - Along the Connecticut River there are numerous opportunities to view eagles in the wild. Free shuttle buses bring visitors to an excellent viewing site just outside of Essex. Also, a self-drive tour is available with directions to six locations along the CT River to see bald eagles. Naturalists will be at designated locations with spotting scopes to aid in viewing.