Eagle Watch, a collaboration between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Carlyle Lake Project and Case-Halstead Public Library, will take place on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The World Bird Sanctuary will present two “All About Eagles” programs, one at 9:30 a.m. and another at 10:30 a.m., featuring a live bald eagle and offering a closer look at the fascinating nature of this iconic species.

While the event is free, tickets are required to ensure a quality experience and manage limited parking. A maximum of 120 participants per session will be allowed. There will be an eagle craft station for children, along with eagle identification sheets and maps of local eagle nests around Carlyle Lake.

To reserve your spot, visit:

https://www.ticketleap.events/events/carlylelakeusace. For more information, call the Carlyle Lake Project Office at (618) 594-2484 Option 3 or email carlyle.lake@usace.army.mil

The 2026 Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey, conducted by USACE employees from January 9-10, 2026, revealed a thriving eagle population around Carlyle Lake. The survey identified 17 mature and 13 immature bald eagles across four counties. Carlyle Lake, with its extensive 80 miles of shoreline, offers an ideal habitat that provides all necessary resources for these birds. Over time, the number of eagles at the lake has steadily risen, with several active nests now established. This increase underscores the positive impact of federal conservation efforts and laws in safeguarding these magnificent raptors.