The annual Falcon Watch & Rescue Program at the Rachel Carson Building in Harrisburg is looking for volunteers to help with peregrine falcon fledglings.

It is an exciting time at the Rachel Carson State Office Building as a new pair of falcons have three young that will be fledging and learning to fly soon.

We need your help to make sure these majestic birds can safely learn to fly and be returned to their ledge as they are learning.

In an urban environment, like downtown Harrisburg, first flights can expose falcon fledglings to hazards such as traffic, tall buildings, and other vulnerable situations.

Young falcons may also have difficulties returning to the nest site located on the 15th floor ledge of the RCSOB.

Fledglings that are "grounded" are "rescued" and, barring signs of injury, returned to the roof of the RCSOB for the adults to take over and coax them back to the nest site.

Birds that have suspected injuries are transported to Red Creek Wildlife Center for treatment and further observation, before being returned to the RCSOB ledge.

Anticipated dates for the rescue program are June 16-25 from sunrise to sunset.

Parking is available for volunteers at a nearby PSERs designated lot location.

Visit the FalconWire webpage to learn more.  To volunteer, contact Kathleen Banski at kbanski@pa.gov.

Click Here to watch falcons online

[Posted: June 13, 2023]

6/19/2023