Eagle Watch Cruise offered for local veterans

COEUR d'ALENE - The Bureau of Land Management, in cooperation with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, will again offer a Veterans' Eagle Watch Cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene on Saturday, Nov. 24.

The free event is focused on recognizing veterans, active military and their immediate families from North Idaho.

In the past the agencies have been able to offer two cruises; however, this year due to leaner budgets they are only able to fund one cruise, which will accommodate up to 150 participants. Because of this limitation, veterans and active military personnel that have never before taken advantage of the opportunity will have first priority for seating. A total party of up to six immediate family members will be accommodated, including the veteran or military personnel.

Reservations are required and will be taken via telephone beginning today and continuing on Friday and again on Monday, if necessary.

Call Suzanne Endsley of the BLM at 769-5004 during business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The current status of available seating will be posted on the Coeur d'Alene Field Office's website at: http://www.blm.gov/id/st/en/fo/coeur_d_alene.html. Be sure to check this site before calling.

Boarding for the two-hour cruise will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Nov. 24 at The Coeur d'Alene Resort Lake Cruises boat dock located on the east end of The Resort. Participants are encouraged to dress warmly and bring binoculars and cameras. Food and beverage are available for purchase aboard the ship.