Bald Eagle Interpretive Center | Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center

2017-18 Season Report

Open December 1st, 2018!

Large crowd gathers for guided nature walk with USFS field ranger Matt Riggen. Photo by Charles Biles.
Learning about about the salmon life cycle on a guided nature walk. Photo by Charles Biles.
Visitor shares music from his eagle flute. Click image for full picture.
School group poses in front of the Center's giant eagle kite. Click image for full view.
Students feel the different types of evergreens that have been planted along the Skagit River to improve wildlife and salmon habitat.
What's a lungwort? - students discuss lichens with the Center coordinator.
Finding out about the longest lichen.
Stopping to talk about the salmon and trout that live in the Skagit River.
USFS Field Ranger describes the characteristics of a juvenile bald eagle before leading Guided Hike.
Kids huddle around the eagle's nest replica during our K-12 School Program.
Eagle perched inside the park on a sunny winter's day.
Our Team posing with our new sign from Skagit County Parks & Rec.
Find handmade items in our Nature Store - unique gifts locally produced.
Shop in our Nature Store - featuring local Skagit Valley artisans. Proceeds support both the artist and Center.
Nature Store featured framed photography - "Coho Swirl" by Steve Philbrick
Our neighbor, Don Smith, from Rockport State Park draws an eagle for the kids in our children's corner.
Interpretive Center Coordinator pauses to discuss spawning salmon on a very snowy guided hike.
20th Anniversary Poster - "Eagles Bonding" by La Conner Artist, Bob Patterson

The Skagit River Bald Eagle Awareness Team (SRBEAT) is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates the Interpretive Center.

The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center at Howard Miller Steelhead Park, Rockport, WA offers opportunities to better understand the Skagit River ecosystem with an emphasis on the winter migration of bald eagles, salmon, and the vital role each play in our environment. Each weekend in December and January we offer Guided Nature Hikes along the scenic Skagit River and a Speaker Series. Our educational programs include a K-12 & Home School Program and Community Group Tours.

Open every Saturday and Sunday in December and January from 10am to 4pm; and open weekdays December 26th – January 1st.

Weather for Rockport, WA

Friday

Rain

80%

Saturday

Mostly Cloudy

20%

Sunday

Rain

100%

Volunteer Opportunities

Oct 29, 2018

Who: We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to educating the public about the Skagit River ecosystem – because we really love it here.

What: The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center is seeking volunteers. Opportunities include:

Share knowledge with guests at the center
Run the gift store
Assist with school groups/ guided walks
Keep the center clean, well-stocked, and full of hot coffee
Give a presentation on topics relevant to the natural history or ecology of the Skagit River watershed.

When: Most opportunities are on weekend days from Dec. through Jan.

Where: The center is located at Howard Miller Steelhead Park in Rockport, WA

Why: Volunteering is a great way to learn, make new friends, gain new skills and share/discover your talents. Also, it feels good.

If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Holli at srbeatic@frontier.com or leave a message at 360-853-7626 by November 5th.

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Volunteer Agreement Form

News

Now Seeking Board Members

Serve the community and support environmental education by joining our team! For more info contact, srbeatic@frontier.com, 360-853-7626.

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Photo Contest Winners 2017-18

View our Top 20 Photos HERE! Grand Prize: Alan Ross – “Winged Victory” – Skagit River, WA. Thank you all for making the contest a success!

New this season!

Kids Photo Contest – Must be 15 years old or under to enter. Grand prize to be determined.