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Surefire Flashlights: A Brilliant Choice

There are certain products that come our way and make us think, “What did I ever do without this?” Such is the case with the line of flashlights from Surefire. Once the gang here tested these little marvels, (or “illumination tools,” as Surefire calls them) there was no thought of settling for flashlights of our [...]

A is for Africa

When I visited Tanzania with my Dad several months ago, I knew we would be seeing animals. That was a given. Equipped with my Zeiss Victory FL 7×42 binoculars and a Nikon D40 camera, I had flawless views, and as evidenced above, I came home with some really nice photographs. But almost as [...]

Binocular Anatomy 101

Today’s binoculars are pleasingly streamlined, user-friendly, and with their often rubber-armored bodies, are more durable than ever. With waterproofing being standard on most models, it’s easy to take them along without a second thought, no matter what the weather. Yet if you’re confused as to which is the eyepiece which is the eyecup, here’s [...]

2011: Looking back on a great year!

It was a big year for us at Eagle Optics, with exciting things happening in nearly every area of the business! We’d like to share these highlights:
Staff news and changes:
Our dear Katie Vandegrift left our team and moved on to the higher calling of being a MOTHER. She and Nate welcomed Mara Marie [...]

The Christmas Bird Count Wants You!

Calling all birders! Would you like to be a part of a long-standing tradition, a real census? The annual National Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count (CBC) takes place Dec. 14-Jan. 5. During this time, over a 24-hour period, thousands of citizen scientists throughout the U.S., Canada, and many countries in the Western [...]

Birds & Blooms

Want a chance to win cool prizes?  Go to the Birds & Blooms Magazine Facebook page, hit “Like,” and sign up for the Great Backyard Giveaway.  Now through Dec. 16, prizes will be given away every day to some lucky winners.  On December 7, the prize will be one of 3  Eagle Optics binoculars! We [...]

Check off your list at Eagle Optics!

We aim to make your gift giving simple and satisfying, because we believe our customers deserve the best. Eagle Optics promises:
1.  Unparalleled selection. As an authorized dealer, Eagle Optics carries most major brands of binoculars and spotting scopes, at competitive prices.
2.  Fair, competitive pricing. If you find a lower price on an identical product [...]

Out of Africa (but I want to go back!)

A year ago, I had the great fortune to spend two weeks in Africa with my dad. We went on a overland journey, or safari, in Tanzania. Was it a trip of a lifetime? Well, yes it was, so far! I’m determined to return to Africa in this lifetime. The memories: [...]

Would you like an ABA membership with that?

Thinking of getting or gifting a binocular? Eagle Optics and the American Birding Association are teaming up to make a special offer: buy a binocular from this select list and get a 1-year membership to the ABA (a $45 value) for just $15! The membership is transferable: a great gift for yourself or [...]

Bird Feeding in Winter

I don’t need to tell you winter is coming. Whether you welcome it or not, winter will elbow its way in. Fortunately for birders, we can enjoy our hobby in almost any kind of weather, even it’s from a warm chair in front of a big window. In Wisconsin, we have precious [...]