Nature and the outdoors are practically staples of life here in HawkWatch International’s home state of Utah. With what we have learned about how important nature is to the well-being of all humans, it is perhaps unsurprising that we are joined by countless visitors who flock to our National Parks each year. However, not everyone […]
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Less than one year ago, on Jerry Liguori’s birthday, we announced the Jerry Liguori Raptor Conservation and Education Scholarship. Since then, our three recipients—one each from the United States, Canada, and Mexico—have made great progress on their projects. From providing interpretive tours to getting people involved in community science, we’re thrilled with all they’ve done
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May 10, 2023—After 25 years, HawkWatch International has decided to end its long-term raptor migration monitoring efforts at the Chelan Ridge HawkWatch in eastern Washington. During that time, volunteers counted thousands of birds at the research site, thanks to strong partnerships with the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, local Audubon chapters, and the surrounding community. Executive Director
Long-term Monitoring Efforts End at Chelan Ridge HawkWatch Read More »
It is with a heavy heart that we share that one of our Raptor Ambassador colleagues, Galileo, died of liver disease last week. Galileo had been with HawkWatch International since 2016, touching thousands throughout the Intermountain West. “It is always difficult to lose a Raptor Ambassador, but especially one as sweet and charismatic as Galileo,” shared
Whether you’re a hobbyist birder, a field technician, or a seasoned raptor biologist, you know that gear can be expensive. Optics alone will cost you a pretty penny, and then there are all of those hidden costs, like apparel that protects you from the elements and buckets of sunscreen. To help you navigate what is
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