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Visit Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

The incredible vantage point from Hawk Mountain offers the chance to see some the largest birds in the world and jaw-dropping views. Join us in learning about the role raptors play in the ecosystem and stay up-to-date on our conservation, research, and education efforts.

Yes, we are OPEN!

Hawk Mountain trails are OPEN from 9 am - 5 pm. For your own safety and per CDC guidelines, please mask if you are unvaccinated. Regardless of vaccination status, wearing a mask when indoors or in highly populated areas is recommended. Social distancing is encouraged at all times.

Please visit the link below for details on admission, safe procedures, and how to enjoy a day on the Mountain.

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Visitors hawk watching from South Lookout in the fall.

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There's plenty to do, see, and learn at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary! And your visit supports science, training, and education programs on the Mountain and across the globe.

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Learn about birds of prey, migration, nature on the Mountain, and more with our year-long schedule of workshops, lectures, talks, and walks, as well as regularly-scheduled weekend programs during spring and autumn. We hope to see you on the Mountain!

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Science

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

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

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...

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Annual Autumn Native Plant Sale Returns September 17

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

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

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

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

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

Hawk Mountain is offering several member exclusive events this Summer!

Education

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

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 P...

Science

Spring 2022 Migration HawkWatch Recap

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

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

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

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

Giving

Road to Recovery Concert Fundraiser May 28 at Hawk Mountain

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

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

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

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

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

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

Giving

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

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

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

Special Projects

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

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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Celebrate Raptorthon ‘22 with Hawk Mountain this Earth Day

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

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. ...

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

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

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...

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Spring Migration Hawk Watch Launches April 1, 2022

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

Education

New Appalachian Ecology Course

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 cours...

Education

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

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

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

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