HawkWatch:
a History

You’ve Kept Us Counting

Since 1977, HawkWatch International has operated a network of migration sites to keep tabs on raptor populations in North America. We are grateful to our many friends who have contributed their time over the years, and want to recognize and thank these individuals for being a part of our raptor conservation work. We could not do this work without the hundreds of counters who have volunteered their time in the name of conservation.

Migration Crew Member List

History of Our HawkWatches

August 1, 1977

Wellsville HawkWatch, UT

Our founding count site, until 2008

August 1, 1977
August 1, 1985

Sandia Mountains HawkWatch, NM

Spring site operated until 2010

August 1, 1985
August 1, 1991

Lipan Point HawkWatch, AZ

Operated until 2015

August 1, 1991
February 1, 1992

Rogers Pass HawkWatch, MT

Spring site operated until 2002

February 1, 1992
February 1, 1997

Jordanelle HawkWatch, UT

Spring site operated until 2002

February 1, 1997
August 1, 1997

Chelan Ridge HawkWatch, WA

Operated until 2022

August 1, 1997
February 15, 2024

Tubac HawkWatch, AZ

Founded in 2013 by Peter Collins and entrusted to HWI in 2024

February 15, 2024

Let’s Band Together for Raptors

Fewer than 3% of all charitable dollars in the United States support conservation. Can you help us band together to conserve raptors and our shared environment?

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