Watersheds: What Are They, Why Should We Care, What Can We Do
Watersheds: What Are They, Why Should We Care, What Can We Do
Kempton, PA
Join Steve Tricarico, Master Watershed Steward and chairperson of Tulpehocken Creek Watershed Association, for an introduction to the watershed concept, how it relates to Hawk Mountain, and water quality. FREEHeld in the Visitor Center Gallery
Sunday, April 21 2024
2:00 PM
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3:00 PM
Raptor Egg Hunt
Raptor Egg Hunt
Kempton, PA
Come along for an “Egg”cellent adventure. Learn all about eggs and the creatures that lay them. Children will then search for “raptor” eggs hidden in the forest. All eggs are turned in for a prize! All ages will be hunting at the same time for eggs, please plan accordingly. Rain cancels. Ticket i…
Saturday, March 30 2024
12:30 PM
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1:30 PM
Appalachian Geology: Legacy of Hawk Mountain Landscape
Appalachian Geology: Legacy of Hawk Mountain Landscape
Kempton, PA
The migration flyway used today by raptors has its roots in geological events that took place over the past 400 million years. The Appalachian Mountains are some of the oldest landforms on the continent and hold evidence of ancient seas and towering peaks. We will use the trails, views, and highway…
Fri, Apr 19 2024
3:00 PM
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Sat, Apr 20 2024
4:00 PM
CANCELLED Wee Ones Walk: Rainy Days and Puddle Ducks
CANCELLED Wee Ones Walk: Rainy Days and Puddle Ducks
Kempton, PA
April showers bring May flowers. This month we’ll discover animals that love the rain. We will have a quacking good time learning all about ducks! 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 m…
Wednesday, April 3 2024
10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
Wire Tree Workshop
Wire Tree Workshop
Kempton, PA
Experience the "Ooohhhh! Ahhhhh!" of creating your very own wire tree from 100 strands of wire. Come learn how to make a stunning Wire Tree from multi-media artist Mark Golomb how to hand shape and twist steel wires into the form of a tree, followed by painting it and mounting it in a base. There…
Saturday, March 16 2024
11:00 AM
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2:00 PM
Crafting Herbal Tea Blends SOLD OUT
Crafting Herbal Tea Blends SOLD OUT
Kempton, PA
This class will go into the history of tea time and tea drinking around the world. Participants will learn a basic method of cutting and drying herbs from their garden for tea, as well as the difference between tea in a tea bag and fresh or dried herbal tea crafted at home. Each participant will l…
Saturday, March 23 2024
11:00 AM
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1:00 PM
Spring Salamander Survey - Canceled due to weather forecast
Spring Salamander Survey - Canceled due to weather forecast
Kempton, PA
Assist Hawk Mountain staff with a spring salamander survey and look for other signs of amphibian activity on site. Learn more about salamanders on the sanctuary and collect data on species seen during the spring spawn movements. Will also survey several frog species. Date flexible depending on tim…
Saturday, March 23 2024
5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
Trail Admission Jan - March 2024 (Good for one day only)
Trail Admission Jan - March 2024 (Good for one day only)
Kempton, PA
The Visitor Center is open daily 9am - 5pm. * Visitor Center will close at 2 PM on Easter Sunday, March 31. * 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 acc…
Tue, Jan 2 2024
8:30 AM
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Sun, Mar 31 2024
2:00 PM
CANCELLED Studying Iconic Forest Raptors from South America: Advances and Future Challenges
CANCELLED Studying Iconic Forest Raptors from South America: Advances and Future Challenges
Kempton, PA
In this virtual program, Tomas Rivas Fuenzalida will talk about the work that he and his team have developed over the last few years to learn more about some of the most iconic and unknown forest raptors in South America. These species include the rufous-tailed hawk (Buteo ventralis), the white-thr…
Wednesday, March 13 2024
7:00 PM
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8:00 PM
Breakfast with the Birds
Breakfast with the Birds
Kempton, PA
Observe and learn about winter resident birds at our feeder station! Chat with a naturalist while you enjoy coffee, tea, and light refreshments. Indoors, accessible event. $5, Free for MembersLimited to 12 participants.Held in the Visitor Center (ADA accessible area)
Tue, Feb 6 2024
9:30 AM
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Tue, Apr 2 2024
11:00 AM
