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Upcoming Events

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

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.

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

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.

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!

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.

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

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

Outdoor Expedition Camp

Outdoor Expedition Camp

Kempton, PA
Chose a day of adventure and explore Hawk Mountain! Forest hikes, boulder fields, live raptors, cool reptiles, lots of fun, and more. Designed for youth entering grades 6-9. Participants must wear closed-toed shoes and bring a packed lunch and water bottle.$55, $45 for MembersLimited to 20 partici…
Tuesday, August 13 2024 8:30 AM 3:30 PM

Birds & Brew SOLD OUT

Birds & Brew SOLD OUT

Kempton, PA
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 beverage samplings, dinner, and an all-around good time to benefit Hawk Mounta…
Saturday, August 10 2024 5:00 PM 8:00 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

WILD About Raptors | Educator Workshop

WILD About Raptors | Educator Workshop

Kempton, PA
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 Curriculum & Activity Guide as well as lessons & activities to integrate raptor le…
Tuesday, August 20 2024 9:00 AM 3:30 PM

Ancient Survivors Summer Camp

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

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

Appalachian Pollinators: Bees, Butterflies, & Plants

Appalachian Pollinators: Bees, Butterflies, & Plants

Kempton, PA
The course time has adjusted and will begin in the Visitor Center at 9:30 and run until 2:30 in the afternoon. In this one day course we'll be exploring the HMS Native Plant Garden and lands and studying pollinating insects (especially flower-flies, butterflies and native bees) and their relations…
Saturday, July 27 2024 9:30 AM 2:30 PM

Science Safari Summer Camp

Science Safari Summer Camp

Kempton, PA
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 doesn’t stay on Hawk Mountain; together we will travel offsite to do an ex…
Mon, Jul 29 2024 8:30 AM Fri, Aug 2 2024 3:30 PM

Eco Explorers Summer Camp

Eco Explorers Summer Camp

Kempton, PA
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 stream using real scientific protocols and experiments. Campers must be able…
Mon, Aug 5 2024 8:30 AM Fri, Aug 9 2024 3:30 PM
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