Bald Eagle Mini Building Blocks
$12.00
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207-piece mini building block set that assembles into a detailed bald eagle. Distributed by Impact Photographics under The Mini Block line. Color-coded instructions included, no glue or tools needed.
- 207 pieces, ABS plastic (CPC safety certified)
- Assembled size: 7.25 x 4 x 3.375 inches
- Weight: 3.2 oz
- Ages 12+ (small parts, choking hazard for young children)
- Proceeds support BHPFA partner parks and forests.
- Part of a collection: also available in Bat, Bison, Park Ranger Truck, and Mount Rushmore.
Only 1 left in stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
Bald Eagle Mini Building Blocks
$12.00
Only 1 left in stock
Shipping calculated in cart/checkout:Â Shipping rates for first items start at $7, calculated based on weight of total order.
207-piece mini building block set that assembles into a detailed bald eagle. Distributed by Impact Photographics under The Mini Block line. Color-coded instructions included, no glue or tools needed.
- 207 pieces, ABS plastic (CPC safety certified)
- Assembled size: 7.25 x 4 x 3.375 inches
- Weight: 3.2 oz
- Ages 12+ (small parts, choking hazard for young children)
- Proceeds support BHPFA partner parks and forests.
- Part of a collection: also available in Bat, Bison, Park Ranger Truck, and Mount Rushmore.
Only 1 left in stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
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Real USPS rates, no markup. The money we save funds trail crews and internships.
Join BHPFA for $30 a year -> get your code by email in seconds. -> Use it at checkout today. Show your card at hundreds of nonprofit park stores nationwide for 10% off.
Every item is selected or approved by rangers and staff. Your purchase keeps them on the front lines.
Description
What are Bald Eagle Mini Building Blocks?
A 207-piece building set that snaps together into a bald eagle figure with a detailed white head, brown body, and outstretched wings. The pieces are ABS plastic, CPC safety certified, and click together without glue or tools. Open the box, follow the color-coded diagrams, and you have a display-ready eagle in about an hour.
Impact Photographics distributes this set under The Mini Block line. The pieces are smaller than standard building bricks (closer to nano-block scale), which is what lets a 207-piece model capture the bald eagle’s profile: the hooked yellow beak, the layered wing feathers, the white tail. The finished bird is about the size of a paperback book (7.25 inches wing to wing).
The bald eagle was adopted as the official emblem of the United States in 1782. They nest along rivers, lakes, and large reservoirs across the Black Hills region, including Pactola Reservoir and the Belle Fourche River. Eagles are most visible in winter, when trees are bare and the birds concentrate near open water.
What’s in the box
- 207 mini building block pieces (ABS plastic)
- Color-coded step-by-step instruction sheet
Everything you need is in the box. No glue, no tools, no batteries.
Specifications
| Brand | Impact Photographics (The Mini Block line) |
| Piece count | 207 |
| Assembled size | 7.25 x 4 x 3.375 inches |
| Weight | 3.2 oz |
| Material | ABS plastic, CPC safety certified |
| Age range | Ages 12+ (small parts) |
| Assembly | Instructions included, no glue needed |
Who is this for?
Older kids and teens. The pieces are small, and the build benefits from patience and decent fine-motor control. Most 12 year olds can follow the color-coded diagrams on their own. For younger builders (7 to 11), plan on parent help for the trickier wing sections.
Adults who like detail models. Mini blocks have a quiet following among adults who enjoy building small-scale models. The finished eagle looks good on a desk, shelf, or bookcase. About an hour of build time for an experienced builder, closer to two for a first-timer.
Gift buyers. The set fits as a standalone gift, a stocking stuffer, or an add-on to a national parks gift basket. Popular pairing: this set plus a bald eagle plush, field guide, or park pass.
Why BHPFA carries bald eagle products
The bald eagle is a Black Hills regional species. Pairs nest near Pactola Reservoir, Sheridan Lake, Angostura Reservoir, and along the Belle Fourche River. In the 1970s the species was down to around 400 nesting pairs in the lower 48 after decades of DDT poisoning. Recovery efforts, including the 1972 DDT ban and protection under the Endangered Species Act, brought the population back. The bald eagle was removed from the endangered species list in 2007.
The Black Hills National Forest is one of the places where that recovery shows. Eagles are now a reliable winter sighting around the reservoirs and rivers in the forest.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces are in this set?
207. The pieces are smaller than standard building bricks, closer to nano-block scale, which lets the set capture more detail in a compact finished model.
Is this like LEGO?
Similar concept, smaller pieces. Mini blocks (sometimes called nano or micro blocks) use a smaller stud size than LEGO. They click together the same way, but they are not cross-compatible with LEGO bricks.
What age is this for?
Ages 12 and up is the manufacturer’s rating. Set contains small parts, a choking hazard for children under 3. Younger, experienced builders (7 to 11) can often handle it with adult help.
How long does it take to build?
Most builders finish in 1 to 2 hours. Instructions are color-coded diagrams, so no reading required.
What is the finished size?
7.25 inches wide (wing tip to wing tip), 4 inches tall, 3.375 inches deep. About the footprint of a paperback book.
Can I download the instructions if I lose them?
Yes. The Mini Block posts downloadable instruction PDFs on their website for most sets.
What other sets are in the collection?
BHPFA carries five mini building block sets: Bat, Bald Eagle, Bison, Park Ranger Truck, and Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Where can I see bald eagles in the Black Hills?
Pactola Reservoir, Sheridan Lake, Angostura Reservoir, and the Belle Fourche River corridor are reliable spots. Winter (December through February) is the easiest viewing season, when the trees are bare and eagles concentrate near open water.
Does buying this support national parks and forests?
Yes. BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, as well as the Black Hills National Forest and Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands. Proceeds from every purchase support education programs, conservation projects, and visitor services at these sites.
Build your collection
BHPFA carries five mini building block sets:
Every Purchase Makes a Difference
When you shop with Black Hills Parks & Forests Association, you are directly funding:
- Education programs — nature workshops, Junior Ranger activities, and homeschool adventures for kids across the Black Hills
- Trail maintenance — keeping hiking trails safe and accessible at Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, and the Black Hills National Forest
- Visitor services — park store operations, interpretive programs, and the staff who help millions of visitors each year
- Conservation — supporting the long-term health of public lands in the Black Hills and Nebraska
BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service in the Black Hills region. We have supported these public lands since 1946.
Additional information
| Weight | 3 oz |
|---|---|
| Brand | Impact Photographics |
| Dimensions | 7.25 x 4 x 3.375 in (assembled) |
| Weight | 3.2 oz |
| Material | ABS plastic |
| Age Range | Ages 12+ |
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