North America's Eagle: the Bald Eagle
08/15/2026
| 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Running Deer Natural Area
Natural Discoveries (Community Program)
Where: Running Deer Natural Area. Park at E Prospect Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80524. We will go under the overpass into Running Deer Natural Area. Activity Description: Learn about the Bald Eagle! Join Naturalist Kurt W. to explore this majestic raptor's history, behavior, habitat, diet, etc. Learn about migration patterns, and how to identify bald eagles from golden eagles, redtail hawks, and other birds of prey. Examine how human behavior impacts the ecosystem. Accessibility: We will be traveling roughly 1.5 miles across soft surface trail, easy. What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring multiple layers for both active walking and standing still. Bring sunscreen, a hat/sunglasses, closed-toe, sturdy shoes, and plenty of water. Trails may be muddy so please wear proper footwear. Binoculars are helpful for identifying birds. People of all abilities and disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. If you'd like to request an accommodation (language interpretation, wheelchair access, etc.) please fill out the form linked under this activity. You can also copy and paste this link to access the same form: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7669173/Accessibility-and-Accommodation-Request-Form If accommodations are needed for an activity, please allow two (2) weeks prior to the event to process your request and arrange the accommodation, if available. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact [email protected] or call 970-416-2815 for more information.
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Thank you Fort Collins and Larimer County voters! Your support of citizen-initiated sales taxes makes land conservation and educational activities like this possible.
Contact:
Lauren Hennessey
She/her/hers
Public Engagement Specialist
City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department
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Leader/Volunteer Info
KURT W - Volunteer Naturalist
I'm a retired Environmental Attorney with degrees in Biology and Environmental Management. I'm also a National Association for Interpretation (NAI) Certified Interpretive Guide and Certified Interpretive Host. I've been a Volunteer Naturalist with Natural Areas since 2019 and a Certified WY Naturalist since 2023.
Lauren H - Staff/Trainers
Hi there! My name is Lauren, and I am a public engagement specialist at the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Dept. Please reach out to me with questions about public programs and Club Outdoors.
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(970) 416-8009