As the days become crisp and the fall colors emerge, our eyes are drawn to the skies to watch for those captivating birds-of-prey as they migrate along Pennsylvania's ridges.

Photo is from Hawk Mountain in Berks County.

Pack a lunch and spend a beautiful autumn day gazing at stunning vistas and learning about these fascinating birds at one of the many hawk watching sites along the Kittatinny Ridge, including Audubon's own Waggoner's Gap Hawk Watch northwest of Carlisle and Hawk Mountain in Berks County.

Find a hawk watch near you online. Raptor migration counts from hawk watching sites are also available online for areas along the Kittatinny.To learn more about popular hawk watching areas, visit theWaggoner's Gap and Hawk Mountain webpages.

Great educational and recreational opportunities for you and your family are nearby!

Links: Hawk Mountain Offers Unique Hawk Viewing Experiences

Video Blog: Visiting Hawk Mountain

A Visit To Waggoner's Gap Hawk Watch

10/24/2008