Bald Eagles Flock Annually to Edmond, Oklahoma

Most people are surprised to learn that bald eagles migrate annually to Edmond during the winter from Canada, and then return north during the warm season.  The birds make their local stop in the area of Arcadia Lake.  Each year an eagle watch is held there so that local residents can get a glimpse of the national symbol.  In 2007, about 250 to 300 eagle watchers convened at the lake with telescopes and binoculars to watch the birds.

This year the eagle watch will be held Friday January 4 through Sunday January 6 from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm at Lake Arcadia.  Cost is $3 per car.  Guides will be present to assist visitors in locating the birds.  Maps can be picked up at the Lake Arcadia administration building at 9000 East 2nd Street.  More information about the event can be obtained by calling (405) 216-7470.  (excerpted from The Oklahoman, January 1, 2008)