Minnesota History

Before it became the symbolic figure of the United States, the Bald Eagles history in Minnesota has been filled with tragedies and triumphs. When settlers first came to Minnesota, bald eagles were considered a nuisance that competed with humans for fish. The Minnesota Bald Eagle population was nearly lost forever with the introduction of DDT shortly after World War II.

Today, the Bald Eagle in Minnesota has made a dramatic recovery. Through tireless conservation efforts, the Bald Eagle has gone from nearly extinct in Minnesota to over 2,300 breeding pairs today.

Rules of Ride:

1. All pool rules apply to this ride.
2. All riders must remain seated with their backs to the raft for the duration of the ride.

Rider Restrictions:

Riders under 48 inches tall must be accompanied by an adult, wearing a lifejacket, and must be able to hold the raft handles themselves. Lap-sitting is not allowed.