Watershed group plans trip to view bald eagles near Saltsburg
The Loyalhanna Watershed Association is sponsoring a Feb. 6 trip to Loyalhanna Dam, near Saltsburg, to learn about and view bald eagles.
Bald eagles are known to frequent the dam outflow in mid-winter. More than 20 of the birds of prey were found congregating there at a given time two years ago, taking advantage of plentiful prey such as gizzard shad.
Those joining the free morning trip are encouraged to bring binoculars and cameras to enjoy a close-up view of the birds.
Pennsylvania Game Commission warden Michael Papinchak will discuss the bald eagle’s successful return to the region, assisted by cleaner water and a commission reintroduction program.
A chartered bus will depart at 7:45 a.m. from the association’s Watershed Farm outside Ligonier and will return at about noon.
Reservations are required, as seats are limited. Contact Cathy Johnston at cathy@loyalwater.com or 724-238-7560, ext. 3.
After the program, those attending may order a meal, on their own, at Keystone Kitchen in New Alexandria.
Jeff Himler is a Tribune-Review staff writer. You can contact Jeff at 724-836-6622, jhimler@tribweb.com or via Twitter @jhimler_news.
Jeff Himler is a TribLive reporter covering Greater Latrobe, Ligonier Valley, Mt. Pleasant Area and Derry Area school districts and their communities. He also reports on transportation issues. A journalist for more than three decades, he enjoys delving into local history. He can be reached at jhimler@triblive.com.
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