Alton, Illinois
Coming Events
January 2007

Winter Eagle Watching Tours
Dec. 25, 2006 through February 28, 2007
Come enjoy the return of American Bald Eagles to Alton while being pampered in turn of the century elegance. Luxury Limo, Narrated Trolley/Motor Coach, and Self Guided eagle tours available.
The BEALL MANSION
407 East 12th Street
Alton, Illinois 62002
(618) 474-9100
Toll Free 1-866-The-BEALL (1-866-843-2325)

Winter Trails Day Open House
Sunday, January 7, 2007
Open House: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Trails Open: Dawn to Dusk
Enjoy the wild life hiking the winter winter trails Celebrate Winter Trails Day at the McCully Heritage Project. Hot chocolate, warm cider and healthy snacks will be available. Plus, Mari Smorodinova from the St. Louis REI will give a presentation about winter hiking and camping.
McCully Heritage Project http://www.mccullyheritage.org
Route 1, Box 130
Kampsville, IL 62053
(618) 653-4687

Eagle Meet and Greet
Saturday, January 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2007
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come see live eagle demonstrations by the World Bird Sanctuary. See a live bald eagle up close and personal! Ask and learn about their species and habitats. Then, grab your official All Around Alton Eagle Watcher's Guide as you journey out along the Great River Road to see eagles in their natural habitat or better yet reserve Eagle Wactching Getaway complete with elegant overnight accommodations and a room at The BEALL MANSION.
Alton Visitors Center www.VisitAlton.com.
200 Piasa St.
Alton, IL 62002
1-800-ALTON-IL

Eagle Days at the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge
Saturday & Sunday, January 13 & 14, 2007
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
View American Bald Eagles at the twelfth annual Eagle Days at the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge. Includes use of viewing scopes and an education tent that will include a live bald eagle program. Lewis & Clark re-enactors will also be on hand with camp reminiscent of the 1804-1806 Corps of Discovery Expedition.
Trailnet at Chain of Rocks Bridge http://www.trailnet.org
Granite City, IL 62040, 62152
(314) 416-9930

Maple Syrup Tours
Mid January through Mid March
Saturdays & Sundays January 20 thru March 4, 2007
10 AM to 4 PM when the sap is running
Thirty minute to one hour tours where you will learn, see, smell, how maple trees are tapped and sap is collected turned into maple syrup. Free sampling. Syrup and other maple products also available for purchase. Since weather conditions determine sap runs, email Mason Hollow hindelang@gtec.com for weekly updates and midweek hours.
Mason Hollow
14489 Springfield St.
Grafton, Illinois 62037

"Women Come By" Camp River Dubois
Saturday, January 20, 2007
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
" Women come by," wrote William Clark. What was it like for women of the early 1800's? Come observe frontier women cook over an open fire, sew their family's garments and make candles.
Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center http://www.campriverdubois.com
One Lewis & Clark Trail
Hartford, IL 62048
(618) 251-5811

Alton Little Theater - "Meanwhile Back on the Couch"
January 26 - February 4, 2007
Tuesday through Saturday: 8 p.m.
Sunday: 2 p.m.
This fast paced comedy finds psychiatrist Victor Karleen in desperate need of cash...now. By mistake, Victor's nurse gives a patient's rip-roaring sex manuscript to a publisher, believing it to be Victor's clinical casebook. Suddenly Victor has an enormous advance royalty check and potential Pulitzer prize. A special BEALL MANSION Dinner and the Theater Package is also available.
Alton Little Theater http://www.altonlittletheater.org
2450 North Henry St.
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-6562.

Winter Bird Walk
Saturday, January 27, 2007
3 p.m.
Join professional birder, Johanna Shipleym for a Winter Bird Walk. Binoculars and warm clothing are recommended. Coffee, hot chocolate and cookies will be available after the walk.
McCully Heritage Project http://www.mccullyheritage.org
Route 1, Box 130
Kampsville, IL 62053
(618) 653-4687.

Great Backyard Bird Count Informational Sessions
Saturday, January 27, 2007
2 p.m. - Informational Session
Saturday, February 10, 2007
10 a.m. - Informational Session
Learn how to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) http://www.birdsource.org/gbbc, an annual event sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society. Learn about the diverse bird species in your area conservation efforts. Includes a Bird Walk on the MHP trails lead by professional birder Johanna Shipley. Bring your binoculars and dress appropriately.
McCully Heritage Project http://www.mccullyheritage.org
Route 1, Box 130
Kampsville, IL 62053

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