Enjoy a winter weekend full of bird programming in a beautiful State Park. Meet other nature enthusiasts during this annual event.

Discover bald eagle nests and roosts as we explore the life of our national symbol. You'll have the opportunity to see wild bald eagles, an educational ambassador bald eagle, owls, and other birds of prey. Attend fun activities for all ages and participate in bird banding with Indiana Audubon Society.

Program Admission:
16 and up - $35, Includes admission to ALL WEEKEND’S events.
6-15 - $25, Includes admission to ALL WEEKEND’S events.
16 and up - $25, Includes admission to SATURDAY’S EVENTS ONLY
6-15 - $15, Includes admission to SATURDAY’S EVENTS ONLY
5 and under - Free, Includes admission to ALL WEEKEND’S events.
State Park entrance fee will still apply. Register here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-eagles-in-flight-weekend-tickets-1978177261440?aff=oddtdtcreator

Friday, January 23rd Agenda

5pm: Registration Open in the lobby of the inn.

5pm: Friends Auction Begins Friends of Turkey Run & Shades State Parks will have items for bid in the Strauss Room until Saturday evening.

6-8pm: Eagles in Flight Mixer Join us for this fun reception with appetizers, a cash bar, and live music from the Racoons in the Pantry Irish Band.

6-8pm: “All Things Birds” visit with bird experts, stop by the craft table for a make-and-take item, and more.

Saturday, January 24th Agenda

7-8am: Morning Roost #1, Follow the DNR van to local eagle roost sites.

7-11am: Breakfast Buffet (on your own), Inn Dining Room

9am—2pm: Eagle Field Trips GUIDED: Visit local eagle nest sites. Limited spots and require carpooling. SELF-GUIDED: visit local eagle nests at your leisure.

11am-2pm: Lunch Buffet (on your own), Inn Dining Room

11am-5pm: Birds of Prey Activity Table Crafts and games for kids of all ages.

1pm: “Birding Through the Seasons” Indiana Audubon Society. 1:30pm: Bird Banding Get the chance to see songbirds up close at the Nature Center.

1-2pm: International Crane Foundation, Hear what efforts the ICF is making and how to support them!

3:15-4:00pm: Live Bald Eagle Program Learn about this incredible species.

6pm: Auction Ends Final bids will be collected and winners can pay.

6-7pm: Live Birds of Prey Program Meet owls, hawks, and more.

8-9pm: Owl Prowl, guided hike to hopefully hear Turkey Run’s wild owls on a night hike.

Sunday, January 25th Agenda

7-8am: Morning Roost #2, Follow the DNR van to local eagle roost sites. Caravan leaves at 7am sharp from the Inn Parking Lot.

7-9am: Birding at Prospect Point Caravan to Shades State Park to look for eagles and more. Very limited group size.

7-11am: Breakfast Buffet (on your own), Inn Dining Room.

10am-3pm: Birds of Prey Activity Table Crafts and games for kids of all ages.

Support the park and find unique items in our Friends of Turkey Run & Shades State Parks by participating in their online fundraising auction. View the items ahead of time by visiting: https://www.32auctions.com/EIF26 

Stay at the Turkey Run Inn!  Use group code EAGLE to make room reservations at the Turkey Run Inn.  Reserve at: IndianaInns.com or 1-877-563-4371