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M&T Charitable Foundation Supports Hawk Mountain Education

Posted on November 21, 2024 in Giving

M&T Bank has continued its support with a $5,000 grant from the M&T Charitable Foundation to support the Sanctuary and its premier weekend programs.

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Pennsylvania Bird Atlas Launches Winter Bird Surveys

Posted on November 19, 2024 in Science

For the first time in its 40-year history, the Pennsylvania Bird Atlas will include winter surveys in its efforts. Learn more about how to contribute.

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Thierry Grandmont selected as the 2024 James A. Kushlan Graduate Student Award Recipient

Posted on November 15, 2024 in Science

Hawk Mountain has selected Thierry Grandmont from Canada, as its 2024 James A. Kushlan Graduate Student Award recipient for his work studying the impact of human activities on barred owls.

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Hawk Mountain Biologist and Trainee Alumna Receive RRF President’s Award

Posted on November 12, 2024 in Science

Dr. Rebecca McCabe and Dr. Sophie Garcia-Heras have been honored with the 2024 RRF President’s Award for their exceptional multi-year contributions as co-chairs of the scientific program for the Raptor Research Foundation conference.

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Hawk Mountain Headlines at HMANA Conference

Posted on October 31, 2024 in Science

Three Hawk Mountain scientists and Sanctuary Board Member Ernesto Ruelas Inzunza will present at HMANA's 50th Anniversary Conference in November 2024.

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Special Grant Will Match Online Gifts to Hawk Mountain

Posted on October 31, 2024 in Giving

In honor of Hawk Mountain’s 90th anniversary, all online donations made through the end of the year will be matched dollar for dollar by the Jessie Ball duPont Fund.

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October Designated “Hawk Mountain Migration Month” in Pennsylvania

Posted on October 03, 2024 in General

The PA House of Representatives have voted to designate October 2024 "Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Migration Month."

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Shop the Annual Native Plant Sale on September 21

Posted on August 30, 2024 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain will host its annual Fall Native Plant Sale on September 21, in addition to Broadwing Basics, Monarch Day, and a free Autumn Lecture.

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Hawk Mountain Receives US Fish and Wildlife Grant to Conserve Grassland Raptors

Posted on August 30, 2024 in Science

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation has awarded Hawk Mountain a significant grant to support wildlife habitat, climate resilience, community conservation partnerships, and equitable access to nature in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

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Celebrate Vulture Awareness and Raptor Conservation Education at Hawk Mountain

Posted on August 27, 2024 in Visitors

Saturday, September 7 is an exciting day to celebrate scavengers as Hawk Mountain once again hosts its annual International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD) celebration and commences its annual Autumn Weekend Programs.

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Gabriel Chamber Ensemble Returns to Perform at Hawk Mountain

Posted on August 14, 2024 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and the Gabriel Chamber Ensemble have partnered to present Music on the Mountain, a one-hour presentation of classical selections sharing the inspirational power of music and nature on Sunday, September 8.

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Autumn Migration Season Kicks Off August 15

Posted on July 15, 2024 in Visitors

Celebrate 90 years of raptor migration monitoring by visiting during the Autumn Migration Hawkwatch, which runs daily August 15 through December 15.

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90th Anniversary Celebrations Continue with Annual Birds and Brew Event in August

Posted on July 02, 2024 in Visitors

Visitors are invited to enjoy an evening of unlimited tastings of beer, cider, wine, and more, plus delicious food, live music, and great company all benefiting Hawk Mountain and its conservation mission.

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Spring 2024 Migration Hawk Watch Recap

Posted on June 03, 2024 in Science

The 2024 Spring Migration Hawk Watch came to a close on May 15, with a total of 1,001 raptors counted.

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Sanctuary Hosts First Trainee Reunion

Posted on May 22, 2024 in General

Hawk Mountain celebrated 90 years of raptor conservation with its first-ever international trainee reunion May 10-12. Thank you to all who attended or supported this incredible weekend!

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Hawk Mountain Sanctuary included in new Sentinel Landscape to Address Climate Change Impacts and Strengthen Military Readiness

Posted on May 22, 2024 in General

Pennsylvania’s Kittatinny Ridge has been designated as a Sentinel Landscape, which includes Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.

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Music on the Mountain Returns!

Posted on May 21, 2024 in Visitors

Berks Sinfonietta will present Music on the Mountain, a live presentation of classical selections on Saturday, June 8 at 2 PM in the Sanctuary’s accessible Amphitheater.

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Beth Hucker Joins Hawk Mountain Board

Posted on May 20, 2024 in General

Please join us in welcoming Beth Hucker to the Sanctuary's Board of Directors. A trusted advisor to multiple educational and environmental organizations, Beth has long-time connections to Hawk Mountain: her father, Alan Crawford, served as the Sanctuary’s treasurer for many years, and having grown up with passionate birding parents, Beth has had a long and deep connection to the Sanctuary that started from an early age.

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3rd PA Bird Atlas is Flying Forward

Posted on May 15, 2024 in Science

To date, more than 1,200 birders have contributed data to the PBA3, but many more are needed to collect birding observations from every pocket of Pennsylvania, especially in more remote areas of the state where fewer birders reside.

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Hawk Mountain Launches 1934 Challenge Fundraiser

Posted on May 10, 2024 in Giving

Celebrate the Sanctuary's 90th anniversary with a contribution to the inaugural 1934 Challenge, where we try to raise as much money for raptor conservation as we can in 1934 minutes, or just over 32 hours.

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3rd PA Bird Atlas Has Fledged!

Posted on February 15, 2024 in General

The five-year-long PA Bird Atlas project is well underway, with some early nesting species surveyed and tools at the ready for those who want to jump in and participate. Anyone can do it, anytime! With just one over a month into the third Atlas, 582 birders have submitted nearly 14,000 checklists representing 177 species across the state. Of those, about a dozen have been confirmed as nesting species.

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Fall 2023 Migration Wrap Up

Posted on December 22, 2023 in Science

The 2023 autumn migration season came to an end on December 15, with a total of 15,106 migrant raptors tallied and a new high record for bald eagles recorded.

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Hawk Mountain leads groundbreaking global assessment on snowy owls

Posted on December 05, 2023 in Science

Hawk Mountain manuscript coalesces the work of 39 co-authors and sets new standard for assessments on virtually all raptor species going forward.

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Hawk Mountain Receives Matching Grant for Year-end Fundraising Campaign

Posted on November 28, 2023 in Giving

Until the end of the year, all donations made to the Sanctuary's Annual Fund will be matched by the Jessie Ball duPont Fund through the Lightful BRIDGE Program. #CelebratetheSanctuary by donating now!

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M&T Charitable Foundation Continues to Sponsor Raptors Up Close at Hawk Mountain

Posted on October 06, 2023 in Giving

M&T Bank has continued to support the Sanctuary and its premier weekend program Raptors Up Close!

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Evans Network of Companies sponsors the Sanctuary

Posted on September 29, 2023 in Giving

Hawk Mountain thanks the Evans Network of Companies for joining as a premier sponsor for the Sanctuary.

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Hawk Mountain Coordinates Kittatinny Hawkwatch Project

Posted on September 07, 2023 in Science

Hawk Mountain is coordinating a collaborative effort of 5 hawkwatch sites along the vital Kittatinny Ridge.

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Marzia Verduci Receives James A. Kushlan Graduate Student Award

Posted on September 01, 2023 in Science

Marzia Verduci selected as 2023 James A. Kushlan Award Recipient.

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Jim Lefik joins Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Board

Posted on September 01, 2023 in General

Hawk Mountain welcomes FirstEnergy Corp engineer Jim Lefik to its all-volunteer board of directors.

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Annual Fall Native Plant Sale Returns Sept 16

Posted on September 01, 2023 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary will host its annual Fall Native Plant Sale on September 16, from 10 AM – 3 PM outside the Visitor Center.

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Amber Wiewel selected as 3rd Pennsylvania Bird Atlas Coordinator

Posted on July 24, 2023 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain in partnership with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the PA Bird Atlas Steering Committee announced it has selected Amber Wiewel, Boalsburg, to serve as the coordinator of the 3rd Pennsylvania Bird Atlas and work out of Hawk Mountain's Acopian Center for Conservation Learning.

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Hawk Mountain Unveils New Educational Trail Kiosk and Map

Posted on July 05, 2023 in Special Projects

In collaboration with the ATC and DCNR, Hawk Mountain built a new kiosk that promotes the importance of the Kittatinny Conservation Landscape along with safe hiking tips and an updated trail map.

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Soaring Success: Former Participants Share Their Experiences in the Raptor Field Techniques Course

Posted on June 22, 2023 in Education

Hear from past participants about their experiences during Hawk Mountain's returning Introduction to Raptor Field Techniques course.

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Hawk Mountain Project Featured in 2023 Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation

Posted on June 07, 2023 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain's team Rosalie's Raptors will participate in the third annual Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation competition and fundraiser, which this year includes the HMS-led PA Third Bird Atlas as a featured project.

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Spring 2023 Migration Hawk Watch Recap

Posted on June 01, 2023 in Science

The spring 2023 raptor count took place April 1 - May 15, with a total of 1,189 raptors and 14 species tallied.

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Hawk Mountain Arts Tour Returns June 3rd

Posted on May 16, 2023 in Visitors

Explore dozens of local artisans and small businesses with this free driving tour within a 25-mile radius of the Kempton valley.

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Invasive Plant Management at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Posted on April 27, 2023 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain's Stewardship team has committed to a long-term remediation strategy in the fight against invasive plant species that threaten the Sanctuary grounds and beyond, guided by the Sanctuary’s recently updated Forest Management Plan.

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Registration open for unique Appalachian Ecology Course for teens

Posted on April 26, 2023 in Education

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary is accepting applications for a fully immersive, ten-day Appalachian Ecology Course held June 16 through 25 for young people ages 15 to 17 with a passion for the outdoors and a strong interest in pursuing a career in wildlife or habitat conservation.

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Annual Spring Native Plant Sale Returns May 20-21

Posted on April 19, 2023 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain will host its annual Spring Native Plant Sale on Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21, featuring almost 100 species of native trees, grasses, ferns, shrubs, and flowering plants.

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Explore the Outdoors with Hawk Mountain's Summer Field Courses

Posted on April 06, 2023 in Visitors

Are you interested in ecology, conservation, and learning more about nature? Hawk Mountain is offering unique and hands-on summer field courses for interested learners of all backgrounds and skill-levels.

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Hawk Mountain Elects George Cauffman to Board

Posted on March 30, 2023 in General

The Board of Directors at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary recently elected George Cauffman of Kempton to a four-year term on its all-volunteer board of directors.

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Spring Migration Hawk Watch Begins April 1

Posted on March 16, 2023 in Visitors

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Youth Art Month Contest Returns This March

Posted on February 21, 2023 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain invites young artists ages 5-16 to submit to the 2023 Youth Art Month Contest! Submissions accepted March 1-31.

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Fall 2022 Photo Contest Winners Announced

Posted on February 10, 2023 in Visitors

Hawk mountain has selected the winners, runners up, and honorable mentions of the 2022 Fall Photo Contest.

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Spend Summer on the Mountain with the 2023 Summer Nature Camps

Posted on February 03, 2023 in Education

2023 Summer Nature Camps are open for enrollment! Those entering grades 1-6 can join us at Hawk Mountain this summer to foster their relationship with the world around them with 8 weeks of camp programming to choose from.

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Christmas Bird Count 2022 Results

Posted on January 26, 2023 in Science

In December, Hawk Mountain participated in the 59th year of the Hamburg Area Christmas Bird Count.

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Connecting with Conservation: Hawk Mountain Presents Conservation Workshop in Argentina

Posted on January 18, 2023 in Science

Hawk Mountain's Dr. JF Therrien recently presented a multi-day Conservation Field Course in Argentina, further spreading the Sanctuary's collaborative efforts of raptor conservation.

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PPL Supports Hawk Mountain Field Trip Experiences

Posted on January 05, 2023 in Giving

Hawk Mountain received support from PPL Electric Utilities with a generous grant of $2,500 in Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) funding, which helps cover costs of guided field trips for public school students.

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Autumn 2022 Migration Wrap Up

Posted on December 21, 2022 in Science

The Autumn 2022 Hawk Watch came to a close on December 15, with a total of 20,327 raptors counted.

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Two Young Hawk Mountain Researchers Published in The Journal of Raptor Research

Posted on December 20, 2022 in Science

Hawk Mountain is proud to announce that the latest issue of The Journal of Raptor Research features papers about broad-winged hawk research from two young scientists who made their start at the Sanctuary: field research assistant Zach Bordner and long-time volunteer Paul Heveran.

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Peter Bennet Receives Hawk Mountain Warden Award

Posted on December 14, 2022 in General

Peter Bennet received the Sanctuary’s highest honor, the Hawk Mountain Warden Award, after nearly 20 years of service as board member and treasurer for the Sanctuary.

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Trainees reunite at Pan-African Ornithological Conference

Posted on December 06, 2022 in Science

Trainee alumni recently reunited at the 2022 Pan African Ornithological Conference in Zimbabwe

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Hawk Mountain celebrates Giving Tuesday on Nov 29

Posted on November 15, 2022 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary kicks off its year-end giving campaign on #GivingTuesday, this year November 29, the international day following Thanksgiving that encourages philanthropy and celebrates generosity worldwide.

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Adrian Naveda Selected as 2022 James A. Kushlan Award Recipient

Posted on November 03, 2022 in Science

Hawk Mountain recently selected former trainee Adrian Naveda as its 2022 James A. Kushlan Award recipient in support of his project studying the migration ecology of North American turkey vultures.

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Meet & Discover North America's Largest Bird of Prey on Eagle Day

Posted on October 28, 2022 in Visitors

Come see a LIVE golden and bald eagle and learn about HMS’s long-term eagle migration counts and other cool eagle facts at the Eagle Discovery Station.

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Hawk Mountain Announces New Senior Education Internship

Posted on October 27, 2022 in Education

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary is now accepting applicants for a new, fully immersive, residential and nine-month-long Senior Education Internship.

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New, collaborative Raptor Population Index Website Features Migration Count Trends and Raptors at Risk Analyses

Posted on October 03, 2022 in Science

A new website from the collaborative Raptor Population Index Project shares scientific analyses from decades worth of North American count data to show long-term and short-term trends in migratory raptors.

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M&T Charitable Foundation Donates $5,000 to Public Education Programming

Posted on September 29, 2022 in Giving

M&T Bank has awarded Hawk Mountain Sanctuary a $5,000 grant from the M&T Charitable Foundation to support the world-famous Sanctuary and its premier weekend program, the signature audience-attracter, Raptors Up Close!.

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Celebrating 20 Years of Conservation

Posted on September 22, 2022 in Science

This year Hawk Mountain celebrates the 20th anniversary of the opening of its Acopian Center for Conservation Learning, a three-building campus and scientific headquarters that opened in September 2002.

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Audubon Scientists Use Hawk Mountain Data to Develop a New Method for Mapping Bird Migrations

Posted on September 08, 2022 in Science

Hawk Mountain's monitoring and research data has been utilized in a largescale study to better understand the annual cycle of many migratory species and the environments they inhabit.

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Vision for the Future

Posted on August 29, 2022 in Giving

Vision for aging Visitor Center will have two entrances, both with covered outdoor areas, address accessibility by eliminating the downstairs gallery, and open up the walls to better connect people with raptors and the beauty of the Sanctuary and its Appalachian ecosystem

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Annual Autumn Native Plant Sale Returns September 17

Posted on August 16, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain will host its annual Fall Native Plant Sale on September 17, featuring over 100 species of PA native plants for any home landscape.

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Visit Hawk Mountain for the Autumn 2022 Migration Season

Posted on August 08, 2022 in Visitors

Visitors are invited to Hawk Mountain to view the annual Autumn Hawk Watch, which takes place daily from Aug 15 - Dec 15.

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Music on the Mountain: Gabriel Chamber Ensemble joins Hawk Mountain for the Second Year

Posted on August 01, 2022 in Visitors

The Gabriel Chamber Ensemble will perform again for Music on the Mountain in the Outdoor Amphitheater on Saturday, September 10.

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Celebrate the Sanctuary with Annual Birds and Brew Event

Posted on June 22, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain is excited to once again host the annual Birds and Brew on Sat, Aug 13, with unlimited tastings, live music, delicious food, and the "coolest crowd in conservation."

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Hawk Mountain Returns to Participate in Second Annual Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation

Posted on June 16, 2022 in Giving

Hawk Mountain's team Rosalie's Raptors will participate in the second annual Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation competition and fundraiser.

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Exclusive Events for Mountain Members this Summer

Posted on June 08, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain is offering several member exclusive events this Summer!

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Hawk Mountain Partners to Bring Free, Virtual Educator Workshop Series: Wild About Raptors

Posted on June 06, 2022 in Education

Hawk Mountain is once again collaborating with Shaver's Creek Environmental Center and the PA Department of Environmental Protection to offer a series of FREE educator workshops featuring several PA raptors.

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Spring 2022 Migration HawkWatch Recap

Posted on June 01, 2022 in Science

The Spring 2022 Migration Hawkwatch took place from April 1 through May 15, with a total of 1,105 raptors and 13 species tallied.

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Summer Events for Everyone

Posted on May 27, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain will host events celebrating Black Birders Week, Pride Month, Latino Conservation Week, and more.

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Berks Sinfonietta Returns to Hawk Mountain for June 11 Performance

Posted on May 19, 2022 in Visitors

Berks Sinfonietta returns to Hawk Mountain for a second Music on the Mountain, performing a selection of nature and storm-themed symphonies to celebrate the changing of the seasons.

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The Hawk Mountain Arts Tour Is Back

Posted on May 17, 2022 in Visitors

All roads lead to local artists during the self-guided Hawk Mountain Arts Tour on Saturday, June 4.

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Road to Recovery Concert Fundraiser May 28 at Hawk Mountain

Posted on May 11, 2022 in Giving

Spend the day outdoors enjoying a mix of music on Saturday, May 28, when Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and community friends host “Road to Recovery," a Concert Fundraiser to benefit Todd Gladfelter.

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Improve Your Home Landscape with the Hawk Mountain Spring Native Plant Sale

Posted on May 04, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain will host its annual Spring Native Plant Sale May 14-15, featuring almost 100 species of native plants for any PA landscape.

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Announcing Youth Art Month Contest Winners & Exhibit

Posted on April 26, 2022 in Visitors

The winners and honorable mentions of the 2022 Youth Art Month Contest are on display in the Hawk Mountain Visitor Center Gallery through May 22.

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Meet the 2022 Spring Conservation Trainees

Posted on April 26, 2022 in General

Meet the spring 2022 class of Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Conservation Trainees.

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Hawk Mountain Sanctuary listed on National Register of Historic Places

Posted on April 20, 2022 in General

On April 8, 2022, the Department of Interior officially listed Hawk Mountain Sanctuary on the National Register of Historic Places with distinctions in both Conservation and Women’s History.

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Hawk Mountain to Host Spring Documentary Series

Posted on April 18, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain is hosting a Spring Documentary Series with three separate showings in the Sanctuary’s outdoor Amphitheater.

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Support the Sanctuary: Hawk Mountain’s Benefit for Birds Online Auction and In-Person Gala

Posted on April 15, 2022 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary’s annual Benefit for Birds Spring Campaign and Online Auction will kick off with an in-person gala on Thursday, May 12.

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Celebrate Earth Day and Vultures with Hawk Mountain

Posted on April 14, 2022 in Visitors

Join us April 22-24 for a weekend of activities celebrating Earth Day, vultures, and springtime migration!

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Celebrate Raptorthon ‘22 with Hawk Mountain this Earth Day

Posted on April 12, 2022 in Giving

On April 22, Hawk Mountain will celebrate Earth Day and participate in the 2022 Raptorthon, with a team led by Dr. Laurie Goodrich and the spring 2022 conservation science trainees.

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Stewardship Team Completes Relocation of the Skyline Trail to Conserve Sensitive Lichen Communities

Posted on April 12, 2022 in Special Projects

This winter, the HMS Stewardship team completed work on the Skyline Trail to protect sensitive communities of lichen and the surrounding habitat at East Rocks Overlook.

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Wind Company Pleads Guilty for Up to 150 Eagle Kills: Hawk Mountain's Response

Posted on April 08, 2022 in General

A NextEra Energy Inc. subsidiary pleaded guilty to violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and was sentenced to pay millions in penalties over eagles killed by its wind energy operations, the U.S. Justice Department announced April 5.

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Adirondack Pack Workshop is Back, Plus A New Berry Basket Class

Posted on April 07, 2022 in Visitors

The Adirondack Pack Workshop is back by popular demand along with a NEW Berry Basket Workshop. Participants will learn how to weave their very own beautiful baskets and take home their creations.

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Visit Veracruz Oct 6-14

Posted on March 29, 2022 in General

October 6 to 14, 2022 Register now to join Dr. Laurie Goodrich and visit the incredible River of Raptors Watchsite in Veracruz, Mexico. Tour takes place during peak migration when daily counts may number 200,000 hawks. Cost includes all hotels, meals, guides, ground transportation and entry fees. Registration and $500 Deposit due by June 1. Don't delay!

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Spring Migration Hawk Watch Launches April 1, 2022

Posted on March 25, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain invites visitors to the Sanctuary for the Spring 2022 Migration Season.

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Stewardship Department Offers New Hands-on Ecology Course

Posted on March 23, 2022 in Education

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary is now accepting applications for a fully immersive, ten-day Appalachian Ecology Course held June 17 through 26. Cost is $2,800 and includes food and all training. The course is the first of its kind and designed for young people ages 15 to 17 with a passion for the outdoors and a strong interest in pursuing a career in wildlife or habitat conservation.

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Celebrate Women in Conservation at Hawk Mountain with Upcoming Free Virtual Panel

Posted on March 22, 2022 in Education

Join five women in conservation as they discuss the progressive history of women at Hawk Mountain and share their experiences in conservation.

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Fall 2021 Photo Contest Winners Announced

Posted on March 10, 2022 in Visitors

Hawk mountain has selected the winners, runners up, and honorable mentions of the 2021 Fall Photo Contest.

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Call for Submissions: Youth Art Month Contest at Hawk Mountain

Posted on March 01, 2022 in Education

Hawk Mountain invites young artists ages 5-16 to submit to the Youth Art Month Contest! Submissions accepted March 1-31.

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Hawk Mountain Elects New Board Member

Posted on February 15, 2022 in General

Directors at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary recently elected Sally o’Byrne to a four-year term on its all-volunteer board of directors.

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Now Enrolling for Hawk Mountain’s 2022 Summer Nature Camps

Posted on February 09, 2022 in Education

2022 Summer Nature Camps are open for enrollment! Those entering grades 1-6 can join us at Hawk Mountain this summer to foster their relationship with the world around them with 8 weeks of camp programming.

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Get Creative with the Return of the Winter Artisan Series

Posted on January 31, 2022 in Visitors

The Sanctuary is thrilled to be partnering once again with The Arts Barn to present an array of hands-on artisan workshops instructed by talented, professional artists.

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Tom Kerr selected as board chair

Posted on December 14, 2021 in General

Long-time conservation leader Tom Kerr selected to chair the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Board of Directors.

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Own a Piece of Hawk Mountain History

Posted on December 14, 2021 in General

​A pair of Swarovski NL Pure binoculars used for the 87th Annual Autumn Migration Count can be yours!

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Hawk Mountain rejoins global Giving Tuesday Movement

Posted on November 30, 2021 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary kicks off their online year-end giving campaign on the international “Giving Tuesday,” which is a global day of giving to encourage philanthropy and celebrate generosity worldwide.

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Hawk Mountain Congratulates Trainee Alumni & Graduate Students on Raptor Research Foundation 2021 Awards

Posted on November 21, 2021 in Science

Four HMS conservation trainee alumni and current research associates received awards for their raptor research proposals at the 2021 Raptor Research Foundation Conference.

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Hawk Mountain Board Chair Thomas Kerr receives Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award

Posted on November 09, 2021 in General

Tom Kerr, current Chair of the Hawk Mountain Board of Directors, was awarded the 26th Annual Thomas P. Shelburne Environmental Leadership Award, presented by the Northeast PA Environmental Partners.

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A golden opportunity to see North America's largest bird of prey at Hawk Mountain

Posted on October 28, 2021 in Visitors

On Saturday, November 6, Hawk Mountain visitors will have a guaranteed opportunity to see both a bald and a golden eagle up close during the Eagle Day event.

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Hawk Mountain selects 2021 James A. Kushlan Graduate Student Awardee

Posted on October 06, 2021 in Science

Hawk Mountain has selected Mercedes “Mercy” Melo as its 2021 James A. Kushlan Graduate Student Awardee. Mercy is a doctoral candidate at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a former Hawk Mountain Leadership Trainee working with Hawk Mountain scientists to research population dynamics of the American kestrel, a grassland raptor that is in decline.

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Todd Bauman Receives Hawk Mountain’s Prestigious Warden Award

Posted on August 30, 2021 in General

Todd Bauman, Director of Stewardship, received the Sanctuary’s highest honor, the Hawk Mountain Warden Award, presented to select individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.

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Hawk Mountain, Kutztown University Renew Academic Research Agreement

Posted on August 26, 2021 in Science

Kutztown University and Hawk Mountain have renewed a five-year agreement of academic cooperation, establishing a research affiliation for the mutual benefit of both institutions.

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Butterfly Count 2021 Summary

Posted on August 23, 2021 in Science

In July, a team of HMS staff and volunteers participated in the North American Butterfly Association summer census.

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Sanctuary earns coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator

Posted on August 20, 2021 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary has earned another four-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity monitor. This is the sixth time Hawk Mountain has earned this top rating for its strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency.

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Music on the Mountain: Gabriel Chamber Ensemble to perform at Hawk Mountain

Posted on August 04, 2021 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain and the Gabriel Chamber Ensemble have partnered to present a one-hour presentation of classical selections sharing the healing powers of music and nature with themes of love and patriotism.

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Hawk Mountain Elects Three New Board Members

Posted on July 22, 2021 in General

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary recently elected three new members to four-year terms on its volunteer Board of Directors.

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New analyses highlight the conservation status of North American raptors

Posted on July 20, 2021 in Science

The latest set of analyses by the Raptor Population Index Project shows declines in some migratory hawk populations, while other species are on the rise.

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Unknown Disease Affecting Songbirds in Mid-Atlantic States

Posted on July 07, 2021 in Science

Since May 2021, a mysterious disease is being reported in songbirds in 10 states including Pennsylvania. The cause of the disease is unknown. At this time, it is encouraged to take down any songbird or hummingbird feeders.

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New Publication: Broad-winged Hawks Overwintering in the Neotropics

Posted on July 06, 2021 in Science

Our science team has found that broad-winged hawks migrate into South America to winter in less-disturbed forest habitat found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru, but illegal mining, forest fires, and deforestation pose significant threats to these populations.

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Birds and Brew is back

Posted on July 01, 2021 in Giving

Join us Aug 14 from 5 to 8 PM to enjoy a late summer evening in the amphitheater for music, brews, and food, all to benefit Hawk Mountain and its local to global conservation programs.

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Hawk Mountain receives $7,552 grant for raptor conservation

Posted on June 24, 2021 in Giving

Hawk Mountain has received a $7,552 grant from the Gloria M. Young Ornithological Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation to support the care, maintenance, rehabilitation and/or conservation of birds of prey. The award was announced by Pedro A. Ramos, President and CEO of the Foundation.

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Hawk Mountain Scientists Presenting at HMANA Virtual Raptor Conference

Posted on June 15, 2021 in Science

Several members of the Hawk Mountain Conservation Science team will be presenting at the the Hawk Migration Association of North America Virtual Raptor Conference in July.

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Hawk Mountain’s Dr. Laurie Goodrich Receives Celebrating Women in Conservation Award

Posted on June 11, 2021 in Science

Dr. Laurie Goodrich, Director of Conservation Science, received PennFuture’s 2021 Woman of Lifetime Achievement in Conservation Award.

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Spring 2021 Migration Wrap-Up

Posted on June 11, 2021 in Science

Brief wrap-up of the Spring 2021 Migration Hawk Watch.

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Inaugural Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation

Posted on June 09, 2021 in Giving

The Pennsylvania Society for Ornithology (PSO) is turning the passion for watching and counting birds into funding for bird conservation with the first-ever Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation and Hawk Mountain is in on the action! Teams of birders across the state will compete to identify as many species as possible on one day between June 18 and June 21, 2021. Funds raised will support one of three conservation organizations, including Hawk Mountain. Support this fun but important project and make a gift to Team "Rosalie's Raptors!"

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Hawk Mountain Receives Get Outdoors PA Grant

Posted on June 07, 2021 in Giving

Hawk Mountain was awarded the Get Outdoors PA Mini-Grant for the "Navigating the Forest and Stream" Program, funding new equipment for the upcoming Summer Nature Camps.

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Go on an Appalachian Adventure with Hawk Mountain’s Summer Nature Camps

Posted on May 25, 2021 in Education

Join Hawk Mountain this summer for a one-of-a-kind Summer Nature Camp experience for young nature enthusiasts entering grades 1 – 6. Scholarship opportunities available.

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Hawk Mountain Collaborates in Free Virtual Educator Workshop Series

Posted on May 18, 2021 in Education

Hawk Mountain presents VIRTUAL Wild About Raptors Educator Workshop Series in a collaborative that includes the PA Game Commission, DEP, Shaver's Creek Environmental Center, and the Motus Tracking System. All sessions are FREE and include Act 48 hours.

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Hawk Mountain announces 2021 Spring Native Plant Sale

Posted on April 20, 2021 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain’s Native Plant Sale will be held May 15-16, featuring over 100 species of Pennsylvania native plants for your home landscape.

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Berks Sinfonietta to perform June 12 Hawk Mountain

Posted on April 14, 2021 in General

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and the Berks Sinfonietta have teamed up to present Music on the Mountain, a 90-minute presentation of classical selections on Saturday, June 12 at 2 PM in the Sanctuary’s new accessible amphitheater.

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Celebrate Spring Migration and Hawk Mountain with Raptorthon 2021

Posted on March 23, 2021 in Giving

On April 24, Hawk Mountain will participate in the 2021 Raptorthon with a team led by Dr. Laurie Goodrich and the 2021 conservation science trainees.

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Spring Migration Hawk Watch launches April 1

Posted on March 18, 2021 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain invites visitors to look for returning raptors and other migrants during its annual Spring Hawk Watch, held daily April 1 through May 15.

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Window into the Winter Woods

Posted on March 11, 2021 in Science

Summary and highlights of the 2021 Project Feederwatch winter season.

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Conserve the Corridor

Posted on February 20, 2021 in Science

Hawk Mountain has sought to extend conservation efforts beyond its roots to areas like the extensive Central and South American flyway, the most concentrated route for raptor migration in the world.

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February is Black History Month

Posted on February 16, 2021 in General

Join us in celebrating the voices and contributions of Black people in science and conservation. Support Black nature lovers by amplifying their voices and experiences. Keep the conversation going by sharing what you learn about racial justice as it relates to nature and beyond. #BlackHistoryMonth

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Hamburg Area Christmas Bird Count Results

Posted on February 10, 2021 in Science

In Dec, Hawk Mountain organized the 55th year of the Hamburg Area Christmas Bird Count. Here are those results.

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Migratory Bird Treaty Act Again Under Siege

Posted on January 12, 2021 in General

Hawk Mountain opposes a reinterpretation of the 100-year-old federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act that would allow incidental killing of migratory birds without consequence.

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Life of a Scavenger

Posted on January 07, 2021 in Science

PhD Student Julie Mallon used Turkey Vulture tracking data to investigate their migratory patterns and energy usage during active migration and during their stopovers.

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The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund award grant to the Sanctuary

Posted on December 19, 2020 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary has received a $4,000 grant from The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund to support the Sanctuary and its wide range of visitor services.

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Sanctuary hires Rebecca Lesko and Aaron Prince

Posted on December 07, 2020 in Education

New educator and raptor care specialists will help grow the scope and capacity of Hawk Mountain educational programs.

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Sanctuary receives $25,000 matching challenge grant

Posted on December 07, 2020 in Giving

The Jessie Ball duPont Fund has providing a matching challenge grant of $25,000 to help boost online gifts to the 2020 Annual Fund.

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Migratory Bird Treaty Act again under threat

Posted on November 27, 2020 in General

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Hunters as Conservationists: Get the Lead Out!

Posted on November 23, 2020 in General

At Hawk Mountain, we collaborate with the local hunting community to support healthy forest ecology and biodiversity by managing the increasing white-tailed deer population and by using non-lead ammunition.

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Dr. Laurie Goodrich elected an American Ornithological Society Fellow

Posted on November 23, 2020 in Science

Director of Conservation Science Dr. Laurie J. Goodrich was elected a 2020 Fellow of the American Ornithological Society.

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Hawk Mountain elects new board members

Posted on November 19, 2020 in General

Hawk Mountain has elected 3 new members to the Board of Directors.

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Hawk Mountain research on arctic raptors and the effects of climate change published in prestigious journal

Posted on November 06, 2020 in Science

Senior Scientist JF Therrien, Ph.D. and his colleagues published a paper in the prestigious peer-reviewed journal, using their team’s long-term research that demonstrates the implications of climate change.

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Plan Accordingly for October Visits

Posted on October 03, 2020 in Visitors

With heightened fall visitation, safety remains our utmost priority. We cannot guarantee parking during busy October weekends. Please plan accordingly!

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Rebecca McCabe Selected as 2020 James A. Kushlan Award Winner

Posted on October 01, 2020 in Science

Hawk Mountain is proud to announce it has selected Rebecca McCabe as its 2020 James A. Kushlan Award recipient.

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Hawk Mountain Hosts Member Appreciation Exclusive Sale

Posted on September 22, 2020 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain will host a Members Exclusive Sale on Thursday, September 24 and Friday, September 25

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Go Native with the 2020 Fall Native Plant Sale

Posted on September 04, 2020 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain encourages all to go native with their home gardens with its annual Fall Native Plant Sale on Saturday, September 12.

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The Veracruz River of Raptors Success Story

Posted on September 02, 2020 in Special Projects

Not only is Hawk Mountain connected to Veracruz through the raptors that migrate each fall, but it is also connected through a rich raptor conservation success story that began in the 1980s and has continued to be successful throughout the decades.

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Victory for the Migratory Bird Treaty Act

Posted on August 12, 2020 in Science

A statement regarding the recent federal court ruling striking down a reinterpretation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

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Butterfly Survey 2020 Summary

Posted on August 07, 2020 in Science

On July 11, Hawk Mountain Science staff participated in the annual North American Butterfly Association summer count.

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Fly into Fall with the Annual Migration Kick-Off

Posted on August 07, 2020 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain will kick off the 2020 Autumn Migration season with the annual Off to a Flying Start kick-off event.

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Keeping the Local and Global Community connected through Virtual Programming

Posted on July 22, 2020 in Education

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, Hawk Mountain educators swiftly created a Virtual Programming schedule that has engaged supporters and interested learners from around the world.

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Spring 2020 Migration Count Overview

Posted on June 30, 2020 in Science

A brief overview of the Spring 2020 Migration Count.

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Spotted Lanternflies Have Returned

Posted on June 19, 2020 in General

As you safely prepare for some of your favorite summertime activities, be sure to keep an eye out for this invasive insect.

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Welcoming Visitors as Trails Reopened on June 5

Posted on June 12, 2020 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary has reopened trails with new safety protocols in place. The Visitor Center remains closed at this time.

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Support Hawk Mountain during the 2020 Virtual Benefit for the Birds

Posted on May 27, 2020 in Giving

Hawk Mountain's annual fundraiser, the Benefit for the Birds Gala has been transformed into a month-long, online-only silent auction with a live-streamed event.

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Giving Tuesday NOW is Today, May 5

Posted on May 05, 2020 in Giving

#GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of generosity and unity, a day to come together and give back in response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. Your support can help us to protect the Sanctuary and conserve raptors, local to global.

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A Network of Songbird Surveys

Posted on May 04, 2020 in Science

As we approach the time of year that songbirds have returned to nest at their favorite breeding grounds, David Barber looks back on Hawk Mountain’s data from last year’s breeding bird count field research to summarize our observations of changes in songbird populations.

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When Duty Calls

Posted on April 30, 2020 in General

An update from the President regarding Hawk Mountain's continued closure. All trails and facilities remain closed until further guidance from the state and local government.

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Help the Climate and the Mountain

Posted on April 22, 2020 in Special Projects

Through a company called Cool Effect, individuals can retire carbon credits and support forest conservation on the Mountain.

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Climbing to Vulture Conservation in Armenia

Posted on April 05, 2020 in Science

Former Conservation Science Trainee Karen Aghababyan has been involved in kickstarting several influential programs in Armenia dedicated to conservation research and education.

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An Update for our Supporters

Posted on March 23, 2020 in General

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Hawk Mountain CLOSED until Further Notice

Posted on March 13, 2020 in General

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An Update Regarding COVID-19

Posted on March 12, 2020 in General

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Studying Kestrels Year-round

Posted on March 10, 2020 in Science

For nearly 30 years now, Hawk Mountain researchers and volunteers have been studying kestrels around Cape Coral, Florida, an important wintering ground for the American kestrel.

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Hawk Mountain Names New Director of Education

Posted on March 10, 2020 in Education

Hawk Mountain has selected Jamie Dawson as the new Director of Education.

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New Paper Published: Widespread Harrier Population Cycle Discovered

Posted on March 03, 2020 in Science

Scientists from four hawk-watch sites, including our very own Director of Conservation Science Dr. Laurie Goodrich, have recently published an article titled "Northern Harriers Have a Geographically Broad Four-Year Migration Cycle" in The Journal of Raptor Research.

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Hawk Mountain Announces 2020 Discovery Institute Series

Posted on February 27, 2020 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain has launched a new Discovery Institute Series—a set of events designed for adults and interested learners who are looking for an immersive educational experience.

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How One Owl Could Change the Way a New Generation Views Raptors

Posted on February 03, 2020 in Education

The addition of a live, feathered ambassador in educational programs helps make our message vivid for all ages, but especially young students. Hawk Mountain has worked to expand our reach to local classrooms that otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford a visit or pay for a program, thanks to generous donors and our hardworking education staff.

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Hawk Mountain is Speaking Up for the American Kestrel

Posted on January 29, 2020 in Science

In response to previous observations and thanks to a generous jump-start grant from a family foundation, Hawk Mountain is launching new regional research to pinpoint the cause for kestrel population declines and to ultimately save the kestrel.

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Hawk Mountain announces 2020 Winter Artisan Series

Posted on January 08, 2020 in Visitors

This is the Sanctuary’s first year hosting a winter artisan workshop series, and it is proudly presented in collaboration with The Arts Barn.

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Changing Chickadees

Posted on December 27, 2019 in Science

Dr. Robert Curry, a professor of biology at Villanova University, is studying black-capped, Carolina, and hybrid chickadees while completing a research semester that has included time at Hawk Mountain’s Acopian Center for Conservation Learning.

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Autumn 2019 Leadership Trainee: Circumpolar Ecology with Olga Kulikova

Posted on December 24, 2019 in Science

Kolguyev Island is a Russian Island located in the south-eastern Barents Sea. It is also an arctic field station, where Olga conducted research on arctic species for five years and regularly filled out a questionnaire, creating a database of observations. Olga has also visited and worked at four other arctic field stations similar to this one, contributing similar data. This standardized questionnaire has been the inspiration for her current study, which will shed light on the highly disputed topic of predator and prey peak fluctuation in the arctic.

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Autumn 2019 Trainee Projects

Posted on December 20, 2019 in General

Before we said goodbye to our fall 2019 conservation science and education trainee class, they presented their individual projects that they worked on this season Each trainee shared a background, what they accomplished, and what future work is necessary to continue progress.

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An improved definition for raptors, and a new species joins the flock!

Posted on December 10, 2019 in Science

Hawk Mountain scientist Jean-Francois Therrien has collaborated with The Peregrine fund on a recently published peer reviewed paper titled “Commentary: Defining Raptors and Birds of Prey”. The paper, published in the Journal of Raptor Research, presents an updated standard definition for the term “raptor” and also determines that two South American species, the seriemas, may technically be raptors.

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Six-legged Sky Jewels

Posted on December 02, 2019 in Science

Dragonflies' migratory patterns have stumped researchers for decades, yet in the age of efficient tracking technology and citizen science, answers are on the horizon. At Hawk Mountain we contribute data on the numbers of migratory dragonflies that zip past our watch sites.

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New Outdoor Amphitheater Nearing Completion

Posted on November 22, 2019 in Special Projects

After years of careful planning and budgeting, the new Hawk Mountain amphitheater has finally broken ground as of this August, and the bones of this beast are beginning to take shape.

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PPL awards $25,000 grant for Head Start with Hawk Mountain

Posted on November 07, 2019 in Giving

Thanks to a major grant from the PPL Foundation, Hawk Mountain is sharing outdoor education programming with children of Schuylkill County’s Head Start and PA PreK Counts classrooms.

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Living on the Edge

Posted on November 04, 2019 in Science

Former trainee and current PhD student Rebecca McCabe is collaborating with Dr. Laurie Goodrich and colleagues at East Stroudsburg University to study the nesting ecology of broad-winged hawks in three regions of Pennsylvania.

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Kutztown University’s Dr. Todd Underwood Shares Research on Brood Parasitism

Posted on October 31, 2019 in Visitors

With research on brood parasitism spanning more than two decades, Dr. Todd Underwood shares what he has learned about the behavior, and what he will continue to study as he takes a sabbatical at Hawk Mountain’s Acopian Center for Conservation Learning.

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Disney Conservation Fund awards grant to Hawk Mountain for vulture conservation project

Posted on October 29, 2019 in Giving

Hawk Mountain has been awarded a grant by the Disney Conservation Fund for the work to protect two species of critically endangered vultures, the white-backed and hooded, in South Africa through the Sanctuary’s “Safe Spaces” project.

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M&T Charitable Foundation sponsors Raptors Up Close at Hawk Mountain

Posted on October 23, 2019 in Giving

M&T Bank recently awarded Hawk Mountain Sanctuary a $5,000 grant from the M&T Charitable Foundation to support the world-famous Sanctuary and its premier weekend program, Raptors Up Close!.

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Partnership conserves 22 acres at Hawk Mountain

Posted on October 17, 2019 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain, in partnership with The Conservation Fund and Berks Nature, has acquired 22 acres of land adjacent to its Acopian Center. The undeveloped cropland will be incorporated into the Sanctuary’s landholdings and improved as meadow and grasslands with minimal tree plantings. The acreage is protected forever through a conservation easement held by Berks Nature.

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Age: More Than Just a Number

Posted on September 30, 2019 in Science

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3 Billion Birds Gone: Our Raptor Response

Posted on September 27, 2019 in General

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Collaborative Raptor Research on Bylot Island Further Proves Climate Change

Posted on September 24, 2019 in Science

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Climb Hawk Mountain to raise money for prosthetic nonprofit, ROMP

Posted on September 11, 2019 in Giving

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State Historical Marker Dedicated at Hawk Mountain

Posted on September 05, 2019 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary dedicated an official Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) roadside marker on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

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Hawk Mountain Strengthens Focus on Stewardship

Posted on July 22, 2019 in Special Projects

“It’s a more purposeful job than just land and facility maintenance. Stewardship is about understanding the flora and fauna that are inside the forest, how they interconnect ecologically, and how to protect them.”

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FirstEnergy Foundation awards Hawk Mountain general operating grant

Posted on July 10, 2019 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary received support from the FirstEnergy Foundation with a generous grant of $5,500 for general operating.

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Urbanite Peregrines on the Move

Posted on June 27, 2019 in Science

Hawk Mountain is assisting the Pennsylvania Game Commission in deploying nanotags on peregrine fledglings from several nests in the state, including one appropriately located on top of the Rachel Carson building in Harrisburg.

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Hawk Mountain streamlines Science Department with promotions and new hire

Posted on June 25, 2019 in Science

These personnel changes have better streamlined the department and will expand the Sanctuary’s research efforts moving forward.

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Volunteer Trail Weekend for Teens

Posted on June 18, 2019 in Visitors

While Hawk Mountain often holds Trail Days for volunteers to help maintain the wildlife, this is the first weekend-long event.

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Flock to the Mountain This Summer!

Posted on June 06, 2019 in Visitors

During the summertime, the outdoors are warm, bright, and just waiting to be explored, and Hawk Mountain is no exception. In addition to the lush, green trails that are always offered, this summer is bursting with events for everyone to enjoy.

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Spring Migration Wrap-Up

Posted on May 30, 2019 in Science

Each year the Spring Migration Hawk Watch officially runs from April 1 through May 15. Overall, the count was a little below the 10-year average of 983 raptors.

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Breeding Bird Census: Documenting our Forest Symphony

Posted on May 28, 2019 in Education

The sounds of spring are potently defined by the vocalizations of birds.

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Go on an Appalachian Adventure with Our Summer Camp!

Posted on May 08, 2019 in Visitors

As the school year winds down, it’s time to start thinking summer vacation! Twice this summer, Hawk Mountain will host its one-of-a-kind Appalachian Adventure Camp for young nature enthusiasts entering grades 4-8.

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Progress with Partners in Africa

Posted on April 26, 2019 in Giving

Hawk Mountain is currently involved in multiple research projects in Africa, primarily focused on vultures and eagles.

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Global Big Day: Building Community Through Birds

Posted on March 29, 2019 in Special Projects

There is currently growing awareness of a global citizen science project called eBird, initiated by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology (CLO) in Ithaca, New York.

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PPL Electric Utilities partners with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary on Peregrine Tracking

Posted on March 26, 2019 in Science

Peregrine falcons are once again making their presence known around PPL's 23-story headquarters in downtown Allentown, giving rise to hope they'll once again nest near the top of the iconic building.

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Raptorthon kicks off spring migration

Posted on March 19, 2019 in Giving

Join Ridgetop Rachela and the Wing Watchers for a fun and informative fundraiser: Raptorthon! This annual event is held in conjunction with our partners at the Hawk Migration Association of North America and helps to support and bring awareness to the importance of monitoring migration.

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Black harrier research: west to east migration?

Posted on February 25, 2019 in Science

Dr. Marie Sophie, a former leadership trainee, recently published a paper on the migratory patterns and settlement areas of the Black Harrier in Southern Africa.

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Education Team Partners with Local Library

Posted on February 18, 2019 in Education

Borrow a backpack for your next trip to the Sanctuary. Available at Hamburg Public Library.

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Calling Local Artists for Partnership

Posted on February 13, 2019 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain seeks interested local artists to display and sell wares in the Mountain Bookstore

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Ghosts of the Grassland: Farmland Raptor Research

Posted on January 24, 2019 in Science

Dr. Laurie Goodrich co-authors a paper on the decline in farmland raptors

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Hawk Mountain selects Dr. Laurie Goodrich as Sarkis Acopian Director of Conservation Science

Posted on January 16, 2019 in Science

Dr. Laurie Goodrich selected to lead Hawk Mountain's local-to-global programs in raptor conservation science.

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Autumn 2018 Migration Wrap-Up

Posted on January 04, 2019 in Science

Despite the less-than-desirable weather, bald eagles, sharp-shinned hawks, Cooper's hawks, red-shouldered hawks, golden eagles, American kestrels, and merlins all had counts above their 10-year average, and bald eagles and merlins has new season count records.

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Kestrel Update: In the Sanctuary’s Backyard and Beyond

Posted on December 17, 2018 in Science

Long-term research at Hawk Mountain reveals continued challenges for the tiny American kestrel in rural farms and fields.

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In Memoriam: Frederick J. Beste, III

Posted on December 11, 2018 in Giving

Fred Beste served as chairman of the Sanctuary board of directors for more than four years and as a member of the board for more than 15

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Conservation Partnership Conserves 77 Acres in Albany Township

Posted on December 10, 2018 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain and its partners have collaborated to protect 77 acres in Albany Township

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Hawk Mountain Joins as Educational Partner for the Hanover Bald Eagle Cam

Posted on December 08, 2018 in Education

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Turkey Vulture Collaboration with Coastal Raptors

Posted on November 06, 2018 in Science

In June, Hawk Mountain partnered with Coastal Raptors, a non-profit based out of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State, with the goal of deploying transmitters on four turkey vultures.

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Dr. Laurie Goodrich receives Conservation and Education Award

Posted on October 23, 2018 in Science

Laurie Goodrich received a prestigious new award for her dedication to raptor conservation and appreciation.

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M&T Charitable Foundation continues Raptors Up Close sponsorship

Posted on October 11, 2018 in Giving

Hawk Mountain is the proud recipient of generous support from M&T Bank Foundation

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PPL Foundation supports the Sanctuary

Posted on October 09, 2018 in Giving

Hawk Mountain receives continued support from the PPL Foundation with a generous sustaining grant of $2,500 towards the Sanctuary's general operating.

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Native Habitat Garden Anniversary

Posted on September 18, 2018 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain in 2018 celebrates 30 years of its native habitat garden, a spot to enjoy the outdoors and celebrate native plants, shrubs, and trees.

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Autumn Lecture Series Begins on Sept 8

Posted on September 12, 2018 in Education

Dr. Nina Schoch from Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation will kick off the annual autumn lecture series.

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Hawk Mountain's Rachel Spagnola named Educator of the Year

Posted on August 22, 2018 in Education

Schuylkill Conservation District named Rachel Taras Spagnola, Senior Educator at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, their 2018 Educator of the Year. The annual awards ceremony was held Tuesday, August 21.

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Autumn Migration 2018 Has Begun

Posted on August 15, 2018 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain invites visitors to watch and monitor the annual passage of raptor migrants as they move south during the Autumn Hawk Watch, held daily August 15 through December 15, at the Sanctuary’s famous North Lookout. Trail fees apply for non-members and cost $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $5 for children ages 6 to 12. Members are admitted free year-round, and memberships can be purchased online or at the Visitor Center

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Broadwing Project ends successful season

Posted on August 02, 2018 in Science

Hawk Mountain scientists tag first male broadwings during the 2018 research season in its long-term study of the movement ecology of broad-winged hawks

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Hawk Mountain receives hightest rating from Guidestar

Posted on July 23, 2018 in Giving

Hawk Mountain earned the Platinum Level of Transparency, the highest level of recognition offered by Guidestar, the world's largest source of Non Profit information

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Open House for Professional Educators

Posted on July 18, 2018 in Education

Hawk Mountain will host a FREE open house to share tools, materials, programs, and more with professional educators and prospective education trainees.

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Hawk Mountain to host inaugural Birds & Brew

Posted on July 05, 2018 in Visitors

Join us for Birds and Brew, a chance to enjoy unlimited beer tastings from up to a dozen local breweries, along with high-class food, a commemorative 6 ounce glass, and live music entertainment, all to benefit Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

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Director of Conservation Science to retire

Posted on July 03, 2018 in Science

Hawk Mountain's first Sarkis Acopian Director of Conservation Science, Dr. Keith Bildstein, has announced he will retire later this year.

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Snowy owl research featured in prestigious journal

Posted on June 14, 2018 in Science

The last chapter of a thesis by Hawk Mountain Graduate Student Audrey Robillard was featured in the May issue of the prestigious Journal of Avian Biology. Audrey worked with Hawk Mountain to study the movement ecology of the snowy owl

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Partnership conserves 2,400 acres

Posted on June 07, 2018 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and The Nature Conservancy announced that the two will protect over 2,400 acres of Sanctuary forestland for generations to come.

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Annual Arts Tour promote local art and nature

Posted on May 30, 2018 in Visitors

All roads lead to local artists on the Hawk Mountain Arts Tour and Sale on Saturday, June 2 from 9 am to 5 pm. Now in its 13th year, the tour has grown to include more than 40 artists and businesses with the addition of a satellite location hosted by the Hamburg Arts Alliance.

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Native Plant Sale on May 19-20

Posted on May 12, 2018 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain's annual spring sale of natives will feature nearly 300 species of Pennsylvania wildflowers, vines, grasses, ferns, shrubs, and trees.

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Endangered Raptor Exhibit on ADA Trail

Posted on March 13, 2018 in Education

The international award-winning, ADA accessible Silhouette Trail, which meanders through Hawk Mountain's ridge-top forest between the Trail Head and South Lookout, has undergone another display transformation. The trail-side gallery now features 7 new raptor silhouettes, this time of a specific bird of prey.

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Studying vultures in the Sonoran Desert

Posted on March 09, 2018 in Science

Dr. Keith Bildstein and Senior Research Biologist Dr. Jean-Francois Therrien discuss their recent trip to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona to track and tag turkey and black vultures.

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New classroom posters available

Posted on January 10, 2018 in Education

The posters feature the broad-winged hawk and black vulture, two raptor species that breed in Pennsylvania. The full-color designs were published with support from the Pennsylvania Wild Resources Conservation Program, and offer vibrant illustrations by wildlife artist Bob Sopchick.

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Trainees study local black vulture movements

Posted on January 08, 2018 in Science

Conservation science trainee Adehl Schwaderer offered a follow up about Hawk Mountain's new "groundtruthing" field work, where she and a fellow trainee tracked and observed local vultures and their roosting sites. She discussed their successes and tribulations, attempting to trap and tag vultures after tracking them down.

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Sean Grace selected as Sanctuary President

Posted on January 02, 2018 in Special Projects

Following an extensive national search, Hawk Mountain is pleased to welcome Sean Grace as its next new president of Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association, effective January 1, 2018.

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Trainees Serve as "Vulture Detectives"

Posted on December 26, 2017 in Science

In a recent blog, former conservation science trainee Zoey Greenberg discusses Hawk Mountain's new "groundtruthing" field work, where she and a fellow trainee tracked and observed local vultures and their roosting sites.

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Tompkins VIST Bank Supports Sanctuary Education

Posted on December 12, 2017 in Giving

Visiting school groups at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary will continue to enjoy guided field trips, thanks in part to support from Tompkins VIST Bank, which recently awarded $5,000 in Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) funding to the Sanctuary. The gift helps to support educational programming at Hawk Mountain for public school groups.

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Scientific Paper Reveals New Findings in Soaring Raptors

Posted on November 27, 2017 in Science

Recently published findings by Hawk Mountain Post-doc Maricel Grana Grilli of Argentina reveals that wing size, instead of wing shape, relates to migratory habits in soaring birds like the turkey vulture.

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Hawk Mountain Mentors Spanish Colleagues

Posted on November 14, 2017 in Science

Lola Cano Caballero, The Executive Director of CIMA (Centro por Internacional Migracion de Aves) in Tarifa, Spain, is spending a week at Hawk Mountain exchanging ideas and planning collaborations with Sanctuary scientists and educators.

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Digital Photo Contest Closes Nov 26

Posted on October 27, 2017 in Visitors

Grab your camera and get to the Mountain, because Sunday, November 26 marks the final day for photographers to submit entries for the Hawk Mountain Digital Photo Contest.

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Major advance in global raptor monitoring

Posted on October 16, 2017 in Science

On October 16, 2017, a supply ship delivered to the International Space Station a new antenna that will help reduce the cost of tracking raptors globally from more than $4000 a unit to less than $600. The international team that helped jump-start this development met to discuss this ambitious venture at Hawk Mountain in February of 2009.

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Hawk Mountain publishes children's book

Posted on October 06, 2017 in Education

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary staff and interns have published a new children's book, "Percy the Victorious Vulture," based on the true and inspirational story of a flightless black vulture that lives in Kempton, PA. The book serves as a new education tool to teach children about vulture behavior, raptor conservation, and citizen science.

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Hawk Mountain receives general operating grant from PPL Foundation

Posted on October 03, 2017 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary’s daily operations, from global training and research to welcoming school groups, receive continued support from a generous PPL Foundation grant.

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New Publication by Hawk Mountain scientists shows seasonal changes in migration timing

Posted on September 27, 2017 in Science

"The study indicated that since 1985, most raptors spend two additional days per decade north of the seven hawkwatch sites. This supports the notion that global change may be having profound impacts on population and ecosystem dynamics in this avian guild."

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Welcome AmeriCorps to Hawk Mountain's Trails

Posted on June 30, 2017 in Giving

"Since AmeriCorps roots stem from the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) program of the 1930’s, it is fitting that they are partnering with us to assist in meeting our land management goals. This is a great collaboration for the Sanctuary."

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Hawk Mountain Receives Four Star Rating from Charity Navigator

Posted on May 31, 2017 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary recently earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America's largest independent charity monitor. This is the third consecutive year that the organization holds the highest possible rating.

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Jack Holcomb receives Warden Award: Hawk Mountain's Highest Honor

Posted on May 24, 2017 in Visitors

Jack Holcomb received this award due to his admirable 40 plus years of service for the Sanctuary, which included volunteering behind the bookstore counter or at the trail entrance as the "Keeper of the Gate."

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Hawk Mountain receives international award for Silhouette Trail

Posted on May 15, 2017 in Visitors

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Hawk Mountain's Dr. Keith Bildstein Published New Book

Posted on May 03, 2017 in Special Projects

Keith L. Bildstein has watched and studied raptors on five continents and is well prepared to explain their critical importance, not only as ecological entities but also as inspirational tokens across natural and human-dominated landscapes.

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PPL Electric Utilities supports conservation education with $5000 donation

Posted on April 05, 2017 in Giving

This grant will support the Sanctuary's educational programming available for school groups and to the public.

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New Raptors Take Over Silhouette Trail

Posted on February 15, 2017 in Visitors

The ADA accessible Silhouette Trail, which meanders through Hawk Mountain's ridge-top forest between the Trail Head and South Lookout, has undergone its first display transformation this past month.

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New Distance Education Programs Extend Hawk Mountain's Educational Outreach

Posted on February 06, 2017 in Education

Distance education allows students anywhere to engage and learn about raptors without having to attend the Sanctuary.

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One Busy Education Team

Posted on December 12, 2016 in Education

Along with the abundance of hikers and outdoor-loving families, the Sanctuary's Education team hosted many visiting groups with various programs this Fall.

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New Bald Eagle record at Hawk Mountain

Posted on December 05, 2016 in Science

As of December 5, the count currently stands at 456 bald eagles, and it will continue until December 15.

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Raising awareness of the Farmland Raptor Project

Posted on September 26, 2016 in Education

Volunteer Katie Andrews spent last Saturday at the German Cultural Heritage Center in Kutztown to promote our Farmland Raptor Program.

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M&T Bank Continues Support of Raptors Up Close Program

Posted on September 08, 2016 in Giving

The sponsorship allows Hawk Mountain to provide the "M&T Bank Raptors Up Close!" show for FREE at 10 am, noon, and 2 pm every Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine.

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Eric Masterson to bike the migration route of Broad-winged Hawks

Posted on August 09, 2016 in Special Projects

Masterson will follow the path of broad-winged hawks as they migrate from his home in New Hampshire to South America.

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Welcome Gigi Romano as New Communications Specialist

Posted on July 21, 2016 in Special Projects

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary recently announced that Gigi Romano, Allentown, will serve as the Sanctuary’s new Communications Specialist.

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Conservation Corps build new steps for South Lookout

Posted on June 29, 2016 in Special Projects

Last Tuesday, the Hawk Mountain Conservation Corps worked with Director of Land & Facilities Todd Bauman to construct an all-natural stepped pathway between South Lookout and its platform.

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Local students place in state history competition

Posted on June 08, 2016 in Education

Congratulations to Maya Halma and Arti Dhareshwar who took 3rd place at the Pennsylvania State History Day championship.

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Hawk Mountain trainee publishes in peer-reviewed journal

Posted on April 27, 2016 in Science

Adrián Naveda-Rodríguez, a Hawk Mountain Conservation Science Trainee during Spring 2007, has just published the bulk of his Master’s thesis in Biodiversity and Conservation.

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Research reveals a stronghold for a Critically Endangered African vulture

Posted on April 15, 2016 in Science

"Westernmost Gambia, it turns out, is a brilliant bright spot in an otherwise dark sky for hooded vultures, the smallest of Africa’s 11 species of vultures."

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Video shares snapshot of Pennsylvania

Posted on February 26, 2016 in Science

Pablo Santonja Serrano, Alcoi, Spain, an autumn 2015 graduate of Hawk Mountain Sanctuary's acclaimed International Conservation Science Training Program, has shared a video that captures his three months living and learning in Pennsylvania.

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Hawk Mountain receives grant from Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund

Posted on January 07, 2016 in Giving

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary has received a $22,300 grant from the Disney Conservation Fund to protect several endangered species of Gyps vultures in Pakistan.

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Raptor count ends but hawks still passing

Posted on January 07, 2016 in Science

“That makes January and February a great time to visit, especially to watch for red-tailed hawks and bald eagles.”

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"Vulture Restaurants" aid field work

Posted on December 10, 2015 in Science

I have just returned from 10 days in the field in and around Kruger National Park in northeastern South Africa where temperatures soared to 108 °F, and I have much to report.

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Keith Bildstein elected Fellow of AAAS

Posted on November 23, 2015 in Science

“Keith is a scientific researcher and engaging speaker who has traveled the globe to study and conserve birds of prey worldwide.”

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Hawk Mountain honored for improving accessibility with new trail

Posted on November 07, 2015 in Visitors

“This project is one of the greatest inclusionary outcomes in our entire region, if not in the entire state.”

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Post-doc student news

Posted on October 16, 2015 in Science

Her recent award means that following this work,which will take her through 2017, she has a secured position as a raptor biologist in Argentina.

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Quantum donates mobility chairs to Hawk Mountain

Posted on September 14, 2015 in Giving

“Our motivation is to give back to the community and now that Hawk Mountain has opened its first Accessible Trail, we wanted to do our part to offer mobility for some of the Sanctuary’s guests.”

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Art exhibit in Philadelphia based on Hawk Mountain experience

Posted on September 14, 2015 in Special Projects

Philadelphia artist Deirdre Murphy has announced two upcoming exhibitions inspired by her time at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.

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Hawk Mountain opens Accessible Trail

Posted on July 28, 2015 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain is setting a new standard for outdoor spaces since no guidelines exist at the state or local level.

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A rarity for raptor research

Posted on July 07, 2015 in Science

A turkey vulture trapped and tagged with a satellite telemetry unit in 2004 by Hawk Mountain Sanctuary was recently re-sighted more than a decade later and with its transmitter still working.

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Congressman Matt Cartwright visits the Mountain

Posted on June 08, 2015 in Visitors

Congressman Matt Cartwright spent some time learning about Hawk Mountain, its raptor conservation mission, and its programs in scientific research, training and education during a recent visit to the Sanctuary on Saturday, June 6.

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Accessible Trail at Hawk Mountain

Posted on April 02, 2015 in Visitors

Hawk Mountain in July 2015 opened its first Accessible Trail to the nearby South Lookout.

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Tagged broadwing moves about South America

Posted on February 13, 2015 in Science

“We’re not sure if this is the beginning of a return migration or if she is just wandering, but we look forward to watching her journey and hope to see her return to Pennsylvania this spring.”

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2014 Migration Summary

Posted on December 18, 2014 in Science

Another year is in the books and it was an exciting season of record counts and near misses.

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