Where: Meet at the Fisca gas station on Hwy 67. From most of St. Louis county, take I270 north/east to Hwy 67. Here is the address, for your GPS: 14700 US Hwy 67, 63386. Here is a link to a map.
Meeting Time: 0800 or 8 AM Prompt! Early morning is the best viewing time for feeding.
Dress: Layers. Scarves, hats, gloves, long undies, etc.. It is usually cold.
What to bring: binoculars, bird identification books, cameras.
Itinerary: We will spend approximately 2 1/2 - 3 hours viewing birds here (depending on group, weather, etc.) The colder the better!
We will next visit the Melvin Price Locks and Dam where there are bathrooms, viewing areas, nature center, and gift shop. Then journey past the resident eagle nest to see if there is any activity.
We will then journey up the River Road to the Brussels Ferry (great place to view eagles) and cross over to Calhoun County to eat at the famous Wittmonds Hotel. This is a family style presentation costing $11.95 per person, not including drink or desert. Cash/check only - No Credit/Debit cards accepted.
Optional: After our leisurely lunch, we can back track over the Brussels Ferry to Alton and visit the Crocker and Springer Pottery shop and studio. Jan and Jonathan will give us a tour and we will be able to purchase some of their traditional American Folk Pottery. There is a charge of $5.00 per person for the tour. Please let me know in advance if interested in this tour.