Morning Eagle facts for kids
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Morning Eagle
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 Location in Montana
Location in the United States
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| Nearest city | West Glacier, Montana |
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| Built | 1945 |
| MPS | Glacier National Park MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 100002691 |
| Added to NRHP | July 23, 2018 |
The Morning Eagle is a special tour boat. It takes visitors on fun trips across Lake Josephine. This beautiful lake is located inside Glacier National Park in Montana. Imagine cruising on a historic wooden boat, surrounded by stunning mountains! This boat has been helping people explore the park for many years.
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A Boat with a Story
The Morning Eagle was built a long time ago, in 1945. Two skilled builders, J.W. Swanson and Arthur J. Burch, created this wooden vessel. When it was first launched, the boat had a different name. It was called the Big Chief. Its first home was on Swiftcurrent Lake.
Moving to Lake Josephine
In 1960, the boat's name was changed to Morning Eagle. It was also moved to Lake Josephine. This move allowed more visitors to enjoy the beauty of Lake Josephine by boat. The Morning Eagle has been a popular attraction ever since.
A Historic Vessel
The Morning Eagle is very important because of its history. In 2018, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list of buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history. Being on this list helps protect the boat for future generations. All of the boat's repairs and care are done right there in the park.
Quick Facts About the Boat
The Morning Eagle is a wooden boat. It is about 45 feet long. That's longer than a school bus! It was built using a method called "carvel-planked." This means its wooden planks are laid smoothly side-by-side. The boat's frame is made of strong oak wood. Its outer planks are made of cedar.
How Many People Can Ride?
The Morning Eagle can carry up to 49 passengers at one time. This makes it a great way for groups of friends or families to explore Lake Josephine together. It offers a unique way to see Glacier National Park's amazing scenery.
