Hawk Weekend Sept 15-16!

Our exciting Hawk Weekend is about to start! We have several hawk-related events happening this weekend. To pre-register for any of these events and to learn more about them, go to our calendar.

Hawk Programs

Pete Dunne at the Sanctuary
On September 15-16 from 10am-4pm, author and NJA staff member Pete Dunne will be at the Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary in Bernardsville to teach attendees about a mass southbound migration of Broad-winged Hawks. This raptor spectacle is highly visible with the birds traveling in massed groups called “kettles.” Flocks may number in the hundreds and thousands. Stop by the sanctuary for this great, drop-in event!

Hawks in Autumn
This work shop led by birder and NJA staff member Pete Bacinski will offer a comprehensive look at magnificent Hawks in flight and perched. You will also learn the keys to identification and much more from this presentation on Sunday, September 16 from 1:30-3:30pm. Stop by before and chat with Pete Dunne as well! Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members.

Montclair Hawk Watch
This family-friendly hawk watch from 9am-noon on Saturday, September 15 is another great addition to our hawk-filled weekend. We'll be on hand to help you identify and spot hawks as the move through the ridges of the Watchung Mountains. Park along Edgecliff Road (Just off of Bradford Ave. in Cedar Grove) and look for the pathway to the stairs. The stairway is steep, but worth the effort. Bring a hat, water, a folding chair, and binoculars. Pre-registration requested. Free.


Other Programs

Kittatinny Valley Nature Walk
The second of many, this walk led by NJA naturalists will take place from 8:00am-11:30am on September 15. Meet in the parking lot on the left at the south end of twin lakes on Goodale Road, Andover. This is about .5 miles east of Route 206. Bring Binoculars. Free. Cosponsored by NJA and the Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee.

Equipment/Exposure Photo Workshop
Interested in learning about photography? Our skilled teachers Phill Witt and Dave DesRochers will teach the first of three photo workshops on Saturday, September 15 from 10am-12:30pm. The main focus will be on reviewing the basics of nature photography. Cost: $12 members, $20 non-members.