As American bald eagles continue to winter in the nearby Squamish Valley, feeding on abundant spawning salmon (the world record of 3,769 was set there in 1994), there are opportunities to view the eagles and experience what the popular annual count is all about. On January 6, volunteer eagle counters (the count itself is not open to the public) will cover 22 areas throughout the valley, ranging from downtown to remote riverside locations, for the 27th year. Photographers and bird lovers (seeing upwards of two dozen eagles in a tree is not uncommon) can be on hand at the Brackendale Art Gallery as the count is returned throughout the day. The gallery also offers eagle walking tours at 10am. 41950 Government Rd., Brackendale.
