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Seating Still Available for Guided Bald Eagle Boat Tours
GOLDEN POND, KY - Got the winter blues? Then set sail on a river cruise with Land Between The Lakes staff to scan the shores of Kentucky Lake in search of bald eagles while enjoying the comforts of the CQ Princess luxury yacht.
On Saturday, January 10, Sunday, January 11, Monday, January 19, and Saturday, January 24 enjoy a relaxing meal and cruise on Kentucky Lake for a unique experience on the CQ Princess. On this three hour cruise, LBL interpreters will tell the story of our nation's symbol, the Bald Eagle, as well as help you spot these majestic birds in the wild. "Eagle boat cruises are a wonderful experience," said Carrie Szwed, Nature Station interpreter. "You get to enjoy great views of bald eagles and other wildlife while taking in the beautiful sights of Kentucky Lake and its forested shorelines." The CQ Princess is a 96-foot long vessel offering great views from inside its heated cabin area or outside on the deck.
The eagle brunch cruise is 8:30-11:30 a.m. on January 10. The eagle lunch cruises are from 1-4 p.m. on January 10 and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on January 11, 19, and 24. All tours cost $60 per person and meals are included in cost.
Registration is limited. Reservations and full deposits are required for all boat tours. Please call 270-924-2020 to reserve your seat. The CQ Princess departs from Kenlake State Resort Park Marina. Restrooms and hot beverages are available on board. For a view of the ship, visit www.cqriverside.com.
Land Between The Lakes is managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, in partnership with "Friends of LBL", to provide public lands outdoor recreation and environmental education. We encourage visitors to review our website at www.lbl.org each season, and throughout the season, for our Calendar of Events, updates on programs and policies, and temporary trail and road closures. Additional LBL information is also available on our website or by calling 1-800-LBL-7077 or 270-924-2000. You can find out more about "Friends of LBL" at www.friendsoflbl.org.
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Media Contact: 270-924-2000
(January 5, 2009)