Helderberg Hawk Watch
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 09/09/2023
Thacher Park's Overlook is a prime spot for viewing a variety of fall-migrating raptors. Get up-close with live raptor demonstrations, plus enjoy crafts, guided hikes, stories, accessible seated birding, food and more! There's something for everyone from novice to experienced birder at this family-friendly event.
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Thacher State Park is a hotspot for fall migration of many species of birds of prey. The dramatic cliffside along the overlook creates thermals (warm air) rising into the sky, allowing Turkey Vultures, Broadwing Hawks, Bald Eagles, and many more to easily glide over the Hudson Valley on their journey south.
Join us on Saturday, September 9th from 10am-3pm as our friends at Helderberg Escarpment Hawk Watch count and identify the birds (and even butterflies) that pass by. Wildlife rehabilitators Kelly Martin and Richele Ford will be attending with non-releasable hawks and owls to view up-close! Park staff will have a binocular station so visitors can try to spot and identify the birds as well. There will be crafts and activities, storytelling, food and more at this free event!
Girl Scouts can reserve a special Scout-only guided Hawk Watch hike to celebrate Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend by calling Thacher Nature Center at 518-872-0800.
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Location:
Thacher State Park Overlook1 Hales Cave Rd
Voorheesville, NY, 12186United States
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Phone:
518-872-0800Contact name:
Becky Schneider
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
09/09/2023
Time:
10:00am-3:00pm
Price:
FREE
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