Raptor Migration


Raptor migration site access -
There are two sites available for HMBC members to observe migrating raptors.  You may use Camp Pinnacle, a permit will be necessary.  If you want a permit, make a check out to Camp Pinnacle for $10.00 and send it to Gary Goodness, 15 Kelly Ave., Albany, NY  12203.  Include the license plate number.  The permit will be sent back to you with rules and directions.  The permit is good until mid November 2008.
 
Glen Doone in Thatcher Park is also available through October 19th.  On week days, the gate will be locked but they will open it for you if you call 872-1237 to let them know you are coming.  You may then use the back lot of Glen Doone for parking.
 
On weekends you must park at Overlook and walk into the observation site.  If you have questions, e-mail - goodness@nycap.rr.com  Thank you, Gary

Reports from 2006

HMBC raptor counts in the Helderbergs for the Fall of 2006 were held at the Glen Doone picnic site in Thacher Park.  Thank you to the compilers and visitors.

2006 Reports:
  September 11, 2006
  September 12, 2006
  September 13, 2006
  September 14, 2006
  September 15, 2006
  September 18, 2006
  Septmeber 19, 2006
  October 13, 2006

Previous Year's Migration Reports

Hawkwatch information and data summaries in .pdf format* may be downloaded here:  Previous Reports

Handy Compiler Links
 HMBC Hawk Watch pdf Report Form* - first print, then fill out and send to Lou via USPS  OR 
 HMBC alternative pdf Report Form* - open in adobe Reader, fill out, print and mail to Lou
Questions? Email Lou (Lou Esch, 3 Woodcrest Dr, Scotia, 12302)
Here is an enlarged copy of the HMANA form Definitions*
Here is a Fahrenheit to Celsius table - Temperature Conversion Table*
Current (and last 24 hour) weather link - NOAA weather
A fine Hour-by-hour Forecast from AccuWeather.com that includes WIND!   Click on:  Today  or  Tomorrow

* Many of the files on this page are pdf files. Acrobat Reader is the program used to read/print/save these files. If needed, download and install your FREE copy of  Adobe Acrobat Reader  You can also download the file by right-clicking and using "save as..." for the target or link.

Some Hawk Watch Links (These links will open in a new window)
HawkNet email list (hawk conversations, New England) - HawkNet Signup Page
Hawknet on the web - HawkNet on the web
Hawk Migration Association of North America -  HMANA website
Northeast Hawk Watch - NEHW website

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