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Whistler is a four-season tourist destination unparalleled, nestled between the majestic mountains of Whistler and Blackcomb, about 120 km north of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Rated as number one ski resort in North America and number one golf resort in Canada - Whistler is a playground for the whole year, offering the opportunity to enjoy an incredible variety of winter and Summer activities such as skiing and Alpine skiing, skating, snowshoeing, heli-skiing and snowboarding, snowmobiling, zip line eco-tours, bungee jumping, sledding, fishing, rafting, canoeing, and much more . Parallel to these activities Whistler is also a popular destination for viewing bald eagles.

Located about 45 minutes south of Whistler along the Sea to Sky Highway is Brackendale, which is really a natural haven for some rare bird species worldwide. The Focal Point Brackendale Squamish River valley, which is credited with the largest concentration of bald eagles in the world. It is estimated that the Squamish estuary attracts more than 3,500 eagles in the Pacific Northwest during the winter, which represents about 4% of bald eagles world.

These rivers in the region of the Cheakamus and Mamquam also serve as nurseries for a large number of bald eagles. However, Brackendale and river areas provide habitat for bald eagles, but also for a wide variety of other bird species with more than 200. No matter you are a bird lover, an avid wildlife photographer or a pro, a visit to the Squamish River Valley would hold a feast for the eye, and probably make you a memorable experience.

Feasting on thousands of salmon in the Cheakamus and Squamish rivers, bald eagles usually gather in the branches of black cottonwood trees, rising around the Squamish River. Many trees can be found here bearing a dozen bald eagles even more. Most of these eagles fly north for the summer, while some nest here every year.

Bald Eagle vision is at its peak in mid-December to mid January when the eagle and bird watchers from around the world gather here to attend the Brackendale Eagle Festival, sponsored by the Brackendale Art Gallery. The festival lasts for almost a month, and is primarily focused on providing valuable information on bald eagles.

In addition, on weekends from mid-December to February, an eagle biologist or an expert Bird Program Squamish Eagle Watch speak about life and nature of bald eagles. There are also trained volunteers to clear your doubts about bald eagles, and to ensure accountability viewing bald eagles. During this period, you can even have a glance through the sophisticated telescopes.

One of the best ways of seeing bald eagles is the "Eagle Run facility, located in the municipality Dyke along the Easter Seal Camp on Government Road in Brackendale. Another popular spot for viewing bald eagle is the Tenderfoot Hatchery Fish Creek in the Cheakamus Valley, which is close to the Squamish estuary.

The spawning grounds located between the Squamish Valley Golf and Country Club River Mamquam is also an ideal place to show single bald eagles. Since the disturbances caused by humans can result in having an adverse effect on the eagles and their food hamper, viewers are recommended not to go near the sand or not to attempt too close to these birds.

With excellent rock climbing routes, thousands of miles of trails for mountain biking, and dozens of hiking trails, Squamish and the activities of other areas Brackendale "not limited to observation of bald eagles. Bald Eagle viewing is more exciting when combined with an exciting river rafting tour. Rafting in the Squamish River, you can have a gr.