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Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

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

Kempton, PA EDT

The Visitor Center is open daily 9am - 5pm.

Saturday, July 27 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Sat, Jul 27 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Sunday, July 28 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Sun, Jul 28 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Monday, July 29 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Mon, Jul 29 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

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Appalachian Pollinators: Bees, Butterflies, & Plants

Kempton, PA EDT

The course time has adjusted and will begin in the Visitor Center at 9:30 and run until 2:30 in the afternoon.

Saturday, July 27 2024 9:30 AM — 2:30 PM EDT

Sat, Jul 27 2024 9:30 AM — 2:30 PM EDT

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Science Safari Summer Camp

Kempton, PA EDT

Come to the camp where we will ask: why and how? Campers will investigate the wonders of the world through experiments and hands-on activities. Live animals and special guest presentations are sure to be a blast! And the fun… read more

Mon, Jul 29 2024 8:30 AM EDT — Fri, Aug 2 2024 3:30 PM EDT

Mon, Jul 29 2024 8:30 AM — Fri, Aug 2 2024 3:30 PM EDT

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Eco Explorers Summer Camp

Kempton, PA EDT

Discover the amazing connections of nature! Observe plants and live animals up close in their natural habitats. No stone will be left unturned as we explore Hawk Mountain! Help us determine the water quality of an offsite st… read more

Mon, Aug 5 2024 8:30 AM EDT — Fri, Aug 9 2024 3:30 PM EDT

Mon, Aug 5 2024 8:30 AM — Fri, Aug 9 2024 3:30 PM EDT

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Birds & Brew

Kempton, PA EDT

Join us for our annual Birds & Brew on a beautiful, late summer evening held outdoors under the big tent and in the outdoor amphitheater. Ticket includes a live music performance by local band, Six to Midnight, unlimited bev… read more

Saturday, August 10 2024 5:00 PM — 8:00 PM EDT

Sat, Aug 10 2024 5:00 PM — 8:00 PM EDT

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Outdoor Expedition Camp

Kempton, PA EDT

Chose a day of adventure and explore Hawk Mountain! Forest hikes, boulder fields, live raptors, cool reptiles, lots of fun, and more.

Tuesday, August 13 2024 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM EDT

Tue, Aug 13 2024 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM EDT

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WILD About Raptors | Educator Workshop

Kempton, PA EDT

Join PA Game Commission (PGC) and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary (HMS) educators for an in-depth, educational experience with Pennsylvania birds of prey. You will receive your own copy of the award-winning Project WILD K-12 Curricu… read more

Tuesday, August 20 2024 9:00 AM — 3:30 PM EDT

Tue, Aug 20 2024 9:00 AM — 3:30 PM EDT

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Star Watch atop Hawk Mountain

Kempton, PA EDT

Take a tour of the late summer sky from the top of Hawk Mountain with friends from Moravian University!

Saturday, August 24 2024 8:00 PM — 10:00 PM EDT

Sat, Aug 24 2024 8:00 PM — 10:00 PM EDT

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Wee Ones Walk: Brave and Bold Butterflies

Kempton, PA EDT

Tiny but mighty migrators are getting ready for their great journey! Join us as we learn about the incredible Monarch Butterfly.

Wednesday, September 4 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

Wed, Sep 4 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

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Music on the Mountain: Gabriel Chamber Ensemble

Kempton, PA EDT

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 t… read more

Sunday, September 8 2024 2:00 PM — 3:30 PM EDT

Sun, Sep 8 2024 2:00 PM — 3:30 PM EDT

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Broadwing Buddy Pass

Kempton, PA EDT

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.

Mon, Sep 16 2024 8:00 AM EDT — Fri, Sep 20 2024 5:00 PM EDT

Mon, Sep 16 2024 8:00 AM — Fri, Sep 20 2024 5:00 PM EDT

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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

Wednesday, September 18 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Wed, Sep 18 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Wednesday, October 16 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Wed, Oct 16 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Wednesday, November 20 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Wed, Nov 20 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Wednesday, December 18 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Wed, Dec 18 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Migration Magic: Enjoying Neotropical Migrant Birds on the Move

Kempton, PA EDT

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 Am… read more

Sat, Sep 21 2024 6:30 AM EDT — Sun, Sep 22 2024 12:00 PM EDT

Sat, Sep 21 2024 6:30 AM — Sun, Sep 22 2024 12:00 PM EDT

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Accessible Hawk Watch

Kempton, PA EDT

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.

Monday, September 23 2024 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EDT

Mon, Sep 23 2024 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EDT

Monday, October 14 2024 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EDT

Mon, Oct 14 2024 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EDT

Meet the Fall Forest

Kempton, PA EDT

Join Dr. Chris Sacchi, biology professor at Kutztown University, for a casual walk through the forest and wildlfower garden at Hawk Mountain!

Saturday, September 28 2024 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM EDT

Sat, Sep 28 2024 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM EDT

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Trail Admission Oct - Dec 2024 (Good for one day only)

Kempton, PA EDT

The Visitor Center is open daily 9am - 5pm.

Tuesday, October 1 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Tue, Oct 1 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Wednesday, October 2 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Wed, Oct 2 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Thursday, October 3 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

Thu, Oct 3 2024 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM EDT

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Wee Ones Walk: Silly Skunks

Kempton, PA EDT

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.

Wednesday, October 2 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

Wed, Oct 2 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

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Hawkwatching with the President | Member Exclusive

Kempton, PA EDT

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

Tuesday, October 15 2024 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM EDT

Tue, Oct 15 2024 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM EDT

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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!

Sunday, October 27 2024 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EDT

Sun, Oct 27 2024 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EDT

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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

Thu, Oct 31 2024 8:30 AM EDT — Sun, Nov 3 2024 4:30 PM EDT

Thu, Oct 31 2024 8:30 AM — Sun, Nov 3 2024 4:30 PM EDT

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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.

Sunday, November 3 2024 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Sun, Nov 3 2024 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

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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!

Wednesday, November 6 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

Wed, Nov 6 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

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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.

Sunday, December 1 2024 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM EDT

Sun, Dec 1 2024 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM EDT

Saturday, December 14 2024 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM EDT

Sat, Dec 14 2024 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM EDT

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.

Wednesday, December 4 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

Wed, Dec 4 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EDT

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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.

Sunday, December 8 2024 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM EDT

Sun, Dec 8 2024 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM EDT

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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

Sat, Jan 4 2025 8:00 AM EDT — Sat, Jan 11 2025 5:00 PM EDT

Sat, Jan 4 2025 8:00 AM — Sat, Jan 11 2025 5:00 PM EDT

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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.

Saturday, January 4 2025 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

Sat, Jan 4 2025 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EDT

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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

Fri, Jan 17 2025 2:30 PM EDT — Sun, Jan 19 2025 4:00 PM EDT

Fri, Jan 17 2025 2:30 PM — Sun, Jan 19 2025 4:00 PM EDT

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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

Sat, Jan 25 2025 8:00 AM EDT — Sun, Jan 26 2025 5:00 PM EDT

Sat, Jan 25 2025 8:00 AM — Sun, Jan 26 2025 5:00 PM EDT

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Past Events

Moth Night

Kempton, PA

Celebrate National Moth Week and discover the wonderful world of these fascinating nocturnal winged insects! Learn about being a community scientist and how moths are important for birds, bats, native plants, and pollination. Following an Introduction to Moths presentation, the group will go outs…

Saturday, July 20 2024 8:30 PM — 10:30 PM

Wild Survivors Summer Camp

Kempton, PA

Challenge yourself in the great outdoors! Learn survival skills through hands-on experiences while building new friendships. Discover how humans, plants, and animals survive in the wild. Put some of your skills to the test during an offsite adventure to a local stream. Campers must be able to hike…

Mon, Jul 8 2024 8:30 AM — Fri, Jul 12 2024 3:30 PM

Vulture Encounter | Member Exclusive

Orwigsburg, PA

Learn how vultures play in important role in nature and about the ongoing research led by Hawk Mountain biologists! Meet a LIVE black vulture, enjoy light refreshments, and then head to the seminar room for a personal update on findings in the field from our scientists. $15 per MemberLimited to …

Friday, June 28 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM

Junior Veterinarian Summer Camp

Kempton, PA

Have you ever dreamed of becoming a vet? Immerse yourself in the veterinarian world with hands-on activities, live animals, and special guests. Take a look behind the scenes at what it takes to help injured wildlife and other animals. Campers must be able to hike up to 2 miles over uneven and rock…

Mon, Jul 15 2024 8:30 AM — Fri, Jul 19 2024 3:30 PM

Ancient Survivors Summer Camp

Kempton, PA

Glimpse into the past and discover how prehistoric power houses survived. Learn about civilizations of the past through stories, games, and hands-on activities! Special guests and live animals help history come alive during our adventures through the past. Campers must be able to hike up to 2 mil…

Mon, Jul 22 2024 8:30 AM — Fri, Jul 26 2024 3:30 PM

Butterfly Survey

Kempton, PA

Join a naturalist in the garden to participate in Hawk Mountain's annual North American Butterfly Association fourth of July butterfly survey. Scan and identify butterfly species visiting the native habitat garden and learn about their role in the ecosystem and relationships with host plants. FREE…

Saturday, June 29 2024 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM

Trail Admission April - June 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, Apr 1 2024 8:30 AM — Sun, Jun 30 2024 5:00 PM

Mississippi Kite Migration in Colombia

Kempton, PA

Celebrate Latino Conservation Week with raptor conservation powerhouse and Hawk Mountain trainee alumna Esther Vallejo of Colombia. Within the framework of the project "Conserving migrating raptors in Colombia," unprecedent numbers of Mississippi kite in Colombia have been found, providing interest…

Wednesday, July 17 2024 4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

Breeding Bird Walk

Kempton, PA

Join us for a guided birding walk with Hawk Mountain staff while learning survey techniques used by our biologists to monitor bird populations on the Sanctuary. Portion of the walk may be off trail over rocky terrain. Sturdy shoes/boots recommended. Trail fee applies for Non-Members, FREE for …

Saturday, July 6 2024 8:00 AM — 10:00 AM

Mountain Adventure Summer Camp

Kempton, PA

Hike, explore, and discover Hawk Mountain! Meet up with some birds of prey or chill out with some reptiles while learning about Appalachian wildlife. This action packed 3-day camp is perfect for first time campers or those coming back for more! Campers must be able to hike up to 2 miles over uneve…

Mon, Jul 1 2024 8:30 AM — Wed, Jul 3 2024 3:30 PM