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SUMMARY:Birds and Trails Hike with Trail Utah
DESCRIPTION:This hike is designed to bring together wildlife education\, trail experience\, and community. We’ll gather at the trailhead from 10:00–11:00 a.m. for the HawkWatch presentation\, then head out on the trail together for a guided community hike. \nThe HawkWatch Raptor Basics presentation from 10- 11 a.m. includes a 45-minute presentation on raptor science and ecology and 15 minutes for questions and photos. Topics can be tailored to learner needs and interests. \nThis will be followed by the guided hike where we will be on the look out for birds along the way! 🦅 \nAdditional event details\, including the final trailhead location\, what to bring\, and hike logistics\, will be sent as we get closer to September 12. \nClick here to register: https://forms.monday.com/forms/f7c290f439c608b4f556d93db38a98f0?r=use1 \nLed by: Trails Utah + HawkWatch International
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/birds-and-trails-hike-with-trail-utah/
LOCATION:Ferguson Canyon section of Bonneville Shoreline Trail\, Salt Lake City\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Programs,Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Reading with Raptors at Discovery Gateway
DESCRIPTION:Join HawkWatch International at the Discovery Gateway Museum for Reading with Raptors! During this monthly program\, children meet one of HWI’s Raptor Ambassadors while reading a storybook that matches the bird they’ve just met. They’ll learn about raptors and enjoy a great story. Included with admission to the museum; no registration is necessary! \nThis program is made possible by Salt Lake County ZAP and the generosity of supporters like you.
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/reading-with-raptors-at-discovery-gateway/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum\, 444 W 100 S\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260914T193000
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SUMMARY:Raptors at the Taylorsville Library
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what makes a raptor different than other birds? Come by the Taylorsville Library and find out! Meet our live raptor ambassadors and ask our educators all your burning raptor questions.\nThis is a family friendly event\, no tickets or registration required! \nThis event is made possible by Salt Lake County ZAP and the generosity of supporters like you.
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/raptors-at-the-taylorsville-library/
LOCATION:Taylorsville Library\, 4870 S 2700 W\, Taylorsville\, UT\, 84129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T175252Z
CREATED:20260819T175252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T175252Z
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SUMMARY:UNP Partners in the Park: Parkway Park
DESCRIPTION:Learn about education opportunities\, connect with resources\, enjoy food\, music\, and time with friends and neighbors at these FREE community events! \nYou can learn more here: https://www.partners.utah.edu/partners-in-the-park/ \nThis event is made possible by Salt Lake County ZAP and the generosity of supporters like you.
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/unp-partners-in-the-park-parkway-park-2/
LOCATION:Parkway Park\, 405 Parkway Blvd\, West Valley City\, 84119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T200000
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SUMMARY:Pre-Festival Raptor ID Class
DESCRIPTION:Date:      Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026\nTime:     6-8pm\nWhere:  Best Western Northwest Corpus Christi\nCost:       $80\nSeats Remaining: 15\nREGISTER NOW \nOverview \nKnown as America’s birdiest city\, Corpus Christi is the place to be during the fall migration season. Between August and November\, upwards of one million raptors can be counted at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch\, with daily counts sometimes in excess of 100\,000 migrants. But how can you tell what you’re looking at that high in the sky? \nJoin HawkWatch International’s own Jesse Watson for a pre-festival Raptor Identification class ahead of the Celebration of Flight festival. Want to practice your skills in the field? Join him the next morning for a raptor-focused field trip to Pollywog Pond and the Corpus Christi HawkWatch! \nWant to practice your skills in the field with Jesse? Join him the next morning for a raptor-focused field trip to Pollywog Pond and the Corpus Christi HawkWatch for just $20 extra!  \nWhat to Expect \nJoin up to 20 of your fellow bird nerds for a crash course in Raptor ID\, designed to help you elevate your skills to new heights ahead of the annual Celebration of Flight festival. Jesse will lead you through the basics of raptor ID over dinner\, starting with identifying groups of raptor by silhouette\, before moving into more detailed descriptions of key species you’re likely to see at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch. He’ll also save time for Q+A at the end so you can have him answer all your burning raptor-related questions.
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/pre-festival-raptor-id-class/
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers
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CREATED:20260820T152318Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Festival Raptor Field Trip: Pollywog Pond + Corpus Christi HawkWatch
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, September 24\, 2026\nDeparture: 8:00 am\nReturn: 12:00 pm\nPrice: $60 per person\nSpaces Remaining: 4\nREGISTER NOW \nOverview\nKnown as America’s birdiest city\, Corpus Christi is the place to be during the fall migration season. Between August and November\, upwards of one million raptors can be counted at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch\, with daily counts sometimes in excess of 100\,000 migrants. But how can you tell what you’re looking at that high in the sky? \nJoin HawkWatch International’s own Jesse Watson for a half-day of hawkwatching and fall fun at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch and Pollywog Pond. Plus\, you’ll be able to sit back and relax as we do all the driving\, allowing you to (safely) take in all the birds\, all the time. \nWant to learn a little about raptor ID before you head into the field? Join Jesse for an two-hour raptor ID class the night before with a bundled ticket and save 30%! \nWhat to Expect\n \nAfter meeting your fellow participants at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch at Hazel Bazemore County park\, we’ll make the quick trip to Pollywog Pond\, a local hotspot for lots of raptors and other South Texas specialties such as the Green Jay\, Great Kiskadee\, Olive Sparrow\, Clay-colored Thrush\, and Couch’s Kingbird. We’ll head back to the HawkWatch after we’ve had our fill at Pollywog Pond—or if we’re hear that there’s a kettle of Broad-winged Hawks overhead at the platform. You won’t want to miss it! While the exact timing and locations may vary\, our team’s commitment to leading you to the best spot to bird that day won’t. \nWe’ll be back at the HawkWatch by 12pm\, where you’re welcome to enjoy the rest of the afternoon with our incredible crew on the platform; however\, our field trip formally concludes at this time. \nWhat’s Included \n\nRoundtrip transportation from the Corpus Christi HawkWatch located at Hazel Bazemore County Park\nExpert hawkwatching instruction from the HawkWatch International team\n\nWhat’s Not Included \n\nAccommodations*\nGratuities for guides\nMeals or snacks\nOther personal items\n\nTerms & Conditions \n\nThis trip is subject to HWI’s Field Trip and Tour Policies. Payment in full is due at the time of registration\nThis tour is limited to 8 people to ensure an intimate\, high-quality experience for everyone.\nThe minimum number of participants is 3. In the event the minimum is not reached\, we will refund your ticket or issue a receipt for your tax-deductible donation\, whichever you prefer.\nIn the event of poor weather or other suboptimal conditions\, we may opt to bird elsewhere. We’ll be flexible\, so you see as much as possible during your time with us.\n\n*Although lodging is not included\, we highly recommend staying at the Best Western\, as we have coordinated a HawkWatch rate. You must call the Best Western at (361) 241-6363 to secure this rate. 
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/pre-festival-raptor-field-trip-pollywog-pond/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:South Texas Soar & Pour
DESCRIPTION:The raptors are ready to head south for the winter\, and we’re throwing a party to send them off in style. Join HawkWatch International as we celebrate all this soaring with a little beer pouring (and more) at Lazy Beach Brewing’s Southside location in Corpus Christi\, Texas. \nKick back with a cold beer (or root beer!)\, and some of the coolest birds around at the second-annual South Texas Soar & Pour\, a laid-back evening of pre-festival food\, fun\, and games before the annual Celebration of Flight at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch. You’ll have the chance to meet LIVE raptors up close and compete in Bird Brains—HWI’s exclusive game show for people who think they know birds! You do not need to be a raptor expert to participate. In fact… sometimes being too birdy will be to your detriment. \nREGISTER NOW \nBird Brains games will begin at 7:00 p.m. Teams can range in size from 2–6 people\, and each team member should register individually. Be sure to choose your team wisely as games will range from trivia to logic to word games. \nEach ticket includes: \n\nOne complimentary beer and entry into Bird Brains \nMeet-and-greet with live raptors from HawkWatch International\nAnd opportunities to learn more about how to see migrating raptors up close\n\nREGISTER NOW to join us for this fun evening with our feathered friends! \nPlus\, you can upgrade your ticket to include dinner from our friends at Lazy Beaching Brewing! \nNot interested in joining a team for games? You can also snag a drink-only ticket. You can still stop by to meet the birds and enjoy a beer. We’ll also be selling HWI merchandise\, so come grab your gear to get ready for the weekend’s Celebration of Flight! \nThank you to our partners at
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/south-texas-soar-pour-2/
LOCATION:Lazy Beach Brewing Southside\, 7522 Bichon Dr #100\, Corpus Christi\, 78414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260924T184417Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T184417Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Flight
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the magic of migration during the annual Celebration of Flight Festival at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch at Hazel Bazemore County Park. This is a family-friendly event with free activities in the park that coincide with peak Broad-winged Hawk migration in September. Thanks to our partners at the Audubon Outdoor Club of Corpus Christi and the many volunteers who make this festival possible. Vendors and food trucks will be present throughout the festival. \nEvents That Require Registration \n\n9/23 Pre-Festival Raptor ID Class\n9/24 Pre-Festival Raptor Field Trip: Pollywog Pond & Corpus Christi HawkWatch\n9/24 South Texas Soar & Pour\n9/27 The Closing Kettle: Official Celebration of Flight After Party\n\n \nDownload a copy of the schedule here \nSponsored By\n \n \nWant to receive recognition for your commitment to conservation and raise awareness of your brand? Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available for organizations of all sizes. Contact Kirsten Elliott at kelliott@hawkwatch.org for more info. \nEducational Partners\n.  \nLooking for Lodging?\nYou can get a HawkWatcher discount at the Best Western Northwest Corpus Christi Inn & Suites! King rooms are $99/night\, or upgrade to a suite with a kitchenette for $114.99 (before taxes and fees)! You must call the local Best Western to receive the discount: (361) 241-6363. The hotel will not honor this rate for online reservations. \n  \nDirections to Hazel Bazemore County Park\nTake FM624 west from SH77 for about 1 mile. Take a right onto County Road 69 at the stoplight (look for the park sign)\, which takes you to the park.
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/celebration-of-flight-2/
LOCATION:Corpus Christi HawkWatch\, 4343 Co Rd 69\, Corpus Christi\, TX\, 78410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T140000
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SUMMARY:Raptor Meet & Greet at the Natural History Museum of Utah
DESCRIPTION:While you learn about Mesozoic dinosaurs like the Utah Raptor\, stop by and meet their modern day relatives: birds of prey! What traits to dinosaurs and modern raptors share? Where do these birds live? What threats do they face? Learn all of this and more with paid admission to the NHMU. Find admission information on their website or in person. \nThis event is made possible by Salt Lake County ZAP and the generosity of supporters like you.
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/raptor-meet-great-at-the-natural-history-museum-of-utah-5/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum of Utah\, 301 Wakara Way\, The University of Utah\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T180000
DTSTAMP:20260917T153713Z
CREATED:20260901T143249Z
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SUMMARY:The Closing Kettle: Official Celebration of Flight After Party
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nYou came. You saw. You conquered. Or at least you tried your best to figure out what you were looking at high in the sky. But the Celebration (of Flight) isn’t over just yet. \nJoin HawkWatch International\, the Audubon Outdoor Club of Corpus Christi\, the National Wildlife Federation\, and our friends at Lazy Beach Brewing’s Downtown location for The Closing Kettle\, the official closing event of the annual Celebration of Flight festival. Complete with trivia\, a screening of the short film Coast to Coast\, cold craft drinks\, and a chance to see LIVE raptors up close. Plus\, you’ll have a chance to win owlsome prizes. \nREGISTER NOW \nYou do not need to be a raptor expert to participate… but attending the festival isn’t a bad way to brush up on your bird facts. You might just find that it gives you the leg (wing?) up on the competition. \nEach ticket includes: \n\nOne complimentary beer (or other beverage) and a chance to win owlsome trivia prizes\nMeet-and-greet with live raptors from HawkWatch International\nAnd opportunities to learn more about how to see migrating raptors up close\n\nNot interested in playing trivia? You can still stop by to meet the birds and enjoy a beer\, with proceeds benefiting raptor conservation in the Coastal Bend at the Corpus Christi HawkWatch. We’ll also be selling HWI merchandise\, so come grab your gear if you didn’t get a chance to snag it at the festival! \nThank You to Our Sponsors
URL:https://hawkwatch.org/event/the-closing-kettle-official-celebration-of-flight-after-party/
LOCATION:Lazy Beach Brewing Downtown\, 312B N. Chaparral\, Corpus Christi\, TX\, 78401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Programs,Fundraisers
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