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Upcoming Events

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Homeschool Happenings

Kempton, PA EDT
Homeschooled students are invited to join us on the Mountain monthly for experiential learning! Topics will focus on phenology of the Appalachian forest ecosystem. Programs are designed for K-12 students and are filled with … read more

Owloween

Kempton, PA EDT
Celebrate Owloween on the Mountain with creepy crawly cold-blooded creatures - slithery, scaly, and lots of legs - and learn all about owls and even meet one up close! Also learn all about bats with the PA Bat Rescue!

Introduction to Raptor Field Techniques

Kempton, PA EDT
Raptors...four days of all things raptors! The goal of this workshop is to help build your raptor field techniques and see first-hand how biologists study raptors. Learn new methods, or hone existing skills, at world-renowne… read more

Rosalie's Birthday Bird Walk

Kempton, PA EDT
Celebrate our founder Rosalie Edge's birthday with a guided bird walk to the iconic North Lookout.

Wee Ones Walk: Fall Forest Friends

Kempton, PA EDT
Fall is a wonderful time of year. Come learn about acorns, squirrels, and hawks and how they enjoy the lovely autumn weather!

Birds of Prey

Kempton, PA EDT
Discover the fascinating world of birds of prey at Hawk Mountain! Meet three different LIVE raptors and learn all about each species, their unique adaptations, and what sets them apart from each other.

Wee Ones Walk: Winter Magic

Kempton, PA EDT
Snowflakes are in the air and nature is getting ready for winter in some magical ways. Together we will discover what some plants and animals do to prepare for winter.

Winter Woods Walk

Kempton, PA EDT
Celebrate the coming of the winter season with a guided walk on Sanctuary trails to observe and learn about our winter woodland flora and fauna.

Wilderness First Responder Course

Kempton, PA EDT
SOLO's Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the recognized industry standard and the perfect course for anyone working in a position of outdoor leadership or who wants a high level of wilderness medical training. This 8 day c… read more

Christmas Bird Count for Kids

Kempton, PA EDT
Kids ages 6 and older are invited to come count and learn about the birds that call Hawk Mountain home in the winter.

Appalachian Winter Ecology Course

Kempton, PA EDT
This field-based workshop is for the amateur enthusiast, naturalist or student, and explores how winter helps shape the ecology of the Appalachian ecosystem. The course will explore how plants and animals cope with winter an… read more

Wilderness First Responder Recertification Course

Kempton, PA EDT
The SOLO Wilderness First Responder Recertification Course is a 16-hour intensive course that provides a review of the following: response and assessment; musculoskeletal injuries; environmental emergencies; survival skills;… read more
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Past Events

Music on the Mountain: Gabriel Chamber Ensemble

Music on the Mountain: Gabriel Chamber Ensemble

Kempton, PA
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and the Gabriel Chamber Ensemble have partnered to share the healing powers of music and nature with a fourth annual Music on the Mountain performance, featuring classical selections and held during the early migration season.  Note this year's performance is on SUNDAY and …
Sunday, September 8 2024 2:00 PM 3:30 PM

Wee Ones Walk: Brave and Bold Butterflies

Wee Ones Walk: Brave and Bold Butterflies

Kempton, PA
Tiny but mighty migrators are getting ready for their great journey! Join us as we learn about the incredible Monarch Butterfly. This program is designed for children ages 3-5 and includes story read along, nature activity, short outdoor hike, and craft. New seasonal theme each month. $15, $10 fo…
Wednesday, September 4 2024 10:00 AM 11:30 AM

Accessible Hawk Watch

Accessible Hawk Watch

Kempton, PA
Join Hawk Mountain staff on our award winning ADA Accessible Silhouette Trail that leads up to our Scenic South Lookout! Learn about raptor identification and observe fall migration. Please bring a pair of binoculars. Accessible van parking is located at our Amphitheater and accessible parking spa…
Mon, Sep 23 2024 1:00 PM Mon, Oct 14 2024 3:00 PM

Meet the Fall Forest

Meet the Fall Forest

Kempton, PA
Join Dr. Chris Sacchi, biology professor at Kutztown University, for a casual walk through the forest and wildlfower garden at Hawk Mountain! Learn about tree identification and ecology and about the changes plants undergo in fall to prepare for the winter ahead. During this walk you'll also learn…
Saturday, September 28 2024 1:00 PM 2:30 PM

Star Watch atop Hawk Mountain

Star Watch atop Hawk Mountain

Kempton, PA
Take a tour of the late summer sky from the top of Hawk Mountain with friends from Moravian University!  After a short introduction to the celestial celebrities of the evening, we’ll journey outdoors to identify constellations, see the crescent moon, planets Mars and Saturn, double stars, open clu…
Saturday, August 24 2024 8:00 PM 10:00 PM

Trail Admission July - Sept 2024 (Good for one day only)

Trail Admission July - Sept 2024 (Good for one day only)

Kempton, PA
The Visitor Center is open daily 9am - 5pm.  Please select the day and appropriate ticket type. You can select more than one, and you will receive an individual ticket to print for each. Phone screenshot or printed ticket will be accepted for admission. Tickets have a one-time only use and will be…
Mon, Jul 1 2024 8:30 AM Mon, Sep 30 2024 5:00 PM

Broadwing Buddy Pass

Broadwing Buddy Pass

Kempton, PA
Celebrate International Hawk Migration Week and watch for our most numerous migrant, the broad-winged hawk! The $25 Broadwing Buddy Pass offers unlimited trail admission Monday, Sept 16 through Friday, Sept 20.  Redeem in the Visitor Center.  Non-transferable, ID required.
Mon, Sep 16 2024 8:00 AM Fri, Sep 20 2024 5:00 PM

Migration Magic: Enjoying Neotropical Migrant Birds on the Move

Migration Magic: Enjoying Neotropical Migrant Birds on the Move

Kempton, PA
Birdwatching is a fast-growing pastime and viewing bird migration along the Mountain can be thrilling introduction to birds and their identification. Neotropical birds are a subset of birds that travel from North to South America along migration corridors each fall. Hawk Mountain is well known for …
Sat, Sep 21 2024 6:30 AM Sun, Sep 22 2024 12:00 PM

Hawkwatching with the President | Member Exclusive

Hawkwatching with the President | Member Exclusive

Kempton, PA
Depart on a leisurely hike to North Lookout with President Sean Grace, then scan the skies for migrating raptors. A bagged lunch will be provided to enjoy at North Lookout $20, Member exclusive eventLimited to 15 participantsMeet in Visitor Center Not a Mountain Member? Become a Member today.
Tuesday, October 15 2024 9:00 AM 1:00 PM

Wee Ones Walk: Silly Skunks

Wee Ones Walk: Silly Skunks

Kempton, PA
Learn about the smelliest animal in the forest! Skunks are more than just black and white! Learn all about their lives and where they live. Hawk Mountain Wee Ones Walk is designed for children 3-5 years old. These interactive programs include story read alongs, nature activities, animal meet and g…
Wednesday, October 2 2024 10:00 AM 11:30 AM
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