Look for Bald Eagles

In the winter you can sometimes spot a bald eagle perched in a tree next to the Arkansas River.

I saw several in 2007 and 2008.

Recently the news reports advised a nest close by, but won't disclose the location.

Each winter, the majestic birds migrate from the northern Great Lakes to Kansas lakes and rivers, where they search for open water, fish and waterfowl. When Kansas lakes freeze, they look for food along rivers, including the Arkansas River in downtown Wichita.

The eagles, which have a wingspan between 6 and 8 feet, usually stay in the downtown area until the end of February, unless bad weather pushes them on. They can be spotted anywhere from dawn to dusk along the river, from north of 21st Street near the Big Ditch to south of Herman Hill and Watson parks.

I spotted the eagles while driving on McClean Blvd between U.S. 54 and Pawnee. McClean runs next to the river, so it's a good location for trying to spot eagles.

Cero's Candy

Cero's Candy is a local institution. You can watch them make candy on certain days. This keeps changing, so call ahead. 316 264 5002. They are located in the center of Wichita, 1108 East Douglas, near Old Town.

Their candy is fantastic, and they offer sugar free chocolate candies. If you are diabetic, this is a real treat. They also do mail order.

Hours for the store.
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday......10:00am to 5:00pm

Tuesday and Thursday....................10:00am to 5:30pm

Saturday.......................................10:00am to 4:00pm


Here is their web-site , and the link to map

The story of "Candy Pete"
Candy Pete

"Candy Pete" Cero, a Greek sailor, was lured to Wichita, Kansas, for railroad work in 1883. But Pete became ill and the railroad crew left him behind when they moved on. Without railroad work to pay his way, Pete turned to candy-making in 1885. Cero's handmade candies became popular with Wichitans, and Pete's business grew.

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