Indiana Dunes SP to Lead Eagle Tour Jan. 25-27

A field trip to view Indiana’s winter bald eagles will head from Indiana Dunes State Park to Turkey Run State Park from Jan. 25-27.

Participants will travel by motor coach and stay two nights in the Turkey Run Inn.

The tour will offer a chance to see birds of prey up close; view the beauty of Turkey Run’s ice- covered canyons; and visit the Cayuga power plant, home to the largest population of mid-winter migratory eagles in Indiana.

Cost is $339 per person for a two-person reservation. For those traveling alone, the single-person cost is $399. Included in the fees are two nights lodging, all meals except Sunday’s lunch, special interpretive programming, park entrance fees and trail guiding.

Space is limited and advance registration is required.

For more information contact the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center at (219) 926-1390. To register, visit IndianaInns.com and click on Turkey Run Inn or call 1(877) LODGES1.

Indiana Dunes State Park is at 1600 North 25 E. Chesterton, 46304.

Turkey Run State Park is at 8121 E. Park Rd. Marshall, 47859

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is the agency of the U.S. state of Indiana charged with maintaining natural areas such as state parks, state forests, recreation areas, etc. There are many divisions within the DNR and each has a specific role. The DNR is not only responsible for maintaining resource areas but also manages Indiana's fish and wildlife, reclaims coal mine ground, manages forested areas, aids in the management of wildlife on private lands, enforces Indiana's conservation laws, and many other duties not named here. According to the department's website, their mission is "to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education."