UPPER DELAWARE RIVER REGION – Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy for winter Eagle Watch volunteer training on Saturday, December 14 from 9am-11am at the Highlights Foundation Retreat Center in Milanville, PA.

Following the in-person training session, volunteers will receive manuals and other materials for the winter season. Following the gathering, volunteers are invited to go on a self-guided tour to the Eagle Observation Areas located throughout the region.

The Conservancy’s winter Eagle Watch program runs through January and February, weekends only. Volunteers cover morning or afternoon shifts at the Eagle Observation Areas located throughout the Upper Delaware River region. 

Main monitoring areas are Mongaup Reservoir and the Delaware River at Minisink Falls and the Zane Grey boat launch at Lackawaxen. On site, volunteers collect data on wintering eagles and resident pairs. They educate the public in “Eagle Etiquette” and on how to have the best eagle-watching experience. Volunteers are also needed to help staff booths, do workshops, and participate in other eagle-related events.

Those interested in attending are asked to register online at www.DelawareHighlands.org/events or call 570-226-3164 ext. 2. For those not able to attend the training on December 14 but still interested in becoming an Eagle Watch volunteer, please contact Rachel Morrow at the Conservancy at rachel@delawarehighlands.org.