The Major James Kerr Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) honored Vanishing Texas River Cruises on Saturday, June 14, for its efforts in conservation and education—particularly in protecting the American Bald Eagle.
The award was presented during the chapter’s annual Flag Day Luncheon at the KROC Center in Kerrville.
Michelle Devaney accepted the DAR Conservation Award on behalf of Vanishing Texas River Cruises, which operates ecological and scenic boat tours on Lake Buchanan in Burnet and Llano counties.
Lake Buchanan is home to more than 200 bird species year-round, including herons, ospreys, crested caracaras, pelicans, red-tailed hawks, horned owls and wintering American Bald Eagles.
Vanishing Texas River Cruises offers guided tours to view birds in their natural habitat and works with the Last Chance Forever Bird of Prey Conservancy in San Antonio to release rehabilitated eagles and raise funds for conservation.
As part of the luncheon program, Kelly Rayner of Last Chance Forever gave a presentation and brought an adult bald eagle for attendees to see up close.
The event also included members of the Ephraim Andrews Chapter, along with their regent, Christi McAlister.
William Sole, president of the Hill Country Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, and Bob Dunlap, the chapter’s color guard commander, were also in attendance.
The Major James Kerr Chapter encourages community involvement and welcomes prospective members to join in its service efforts.
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