OUTDOORS Eagle viewing will pick up during the winter as these majestic birds follow the waterfowl migration and search for open water. The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District provides free facilities for the public to view eagles and other wildlife from. Ogallala's eagle-viewing facility is just below the south end of Kingsley Dam at Lake Ogallala.

The facility will be open on Dec. 28 and 29, then every Saturday and Sunday through Feb. 23 from 8 a.

m. to 1 p.m.

MT. There are several eagles and waterfowl for great bird viewing. There are many eagles in the area so if you like to watch or photograph these big birds, now is your chance.

Don't forget your binoculars when visiting. The Johnson No. 2 Hydro or J-2 near Lexington has bleachers situated in front of large windows which look over the Supply Canal.

Spotting scopes are provided, but you may want to bring you own binoculars — there are attendants available to answer questions. The J-2 hydroplant is located about seven miles south of Lexington near the intersection of county roads 749 and 750. Signs along area roads will help guide visitors to the plant.

The J2 viewing area is open on Dec. 28 and 29, then every Saturday and Sunday through Feb. 23 from 8 a.

m. to 1 p.m.

CT. Both facilities offer a great vantage point to watch eagles as they soar in the sky, catch fish, and sit on the ice and in nearby trees. Eagles will be following the waterfowl migration and can be found on water bodies that have some ic.