Constitution Marsh
Audubon Center & Sanctuary
Cold Spring, NY
Eagles on the Hudson Program
During the heart of winter, Constitution Marsh Audubon Center & Sanctuary has taken advantage of a steadily increasing population of Bald Eagles to provide fourth, fifth, and sixth graders with a powerful learning experience. Several weeks before students visit the center, Audubon educators conduct a classroom visit to teach eagle basics and conservation issues. This prepares students and chaperones for the field trip. When the groups arrive at the sanctuary, they learn to use binoculars and spotting scopes, then bundle up and hike out to a bluff overlooking Constitution Marsh and the adjacent Hudson River. From there, everyone is able to observe bald eagles in the wild, see their striking beauty and learn about them through first-hand experiences. The program attempts to provide a glimpse into the wild side of the Hudson Valley, and a sense of place through direct observation of wildlife. Similar field trips are offered to the general public as well.
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