7th Annual Raptorama! Part 1: Jamaica Bay (10/12) (Free)

It's that time of the year again, time for Raptorama! Meet at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center to learn about the hawks and owls of Jamaica Bay. See some of these amazing raptors during a live demonstration, and go on walks with experts to get a look at hawk species flying south for the winter.

This festival is presented by the American Littoral Society, NYC Audubon, Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, and Gateway National Recreation Area. While this event is free, donations to support this festival would be appreciated.

Registration link to come.

Accessibility and Directions:

Restrooms are available at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. The Visitor Center is a one-mile walk from the Broad Channel A subway station; it is also accessible via the Q21 and Q53 buses. Free parking is available in the Visitor Center lot. Visit the National Park Service website for the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge for comprehensive directions by public transportation and car.

Photo: A Raptorama participant smiles as she poses next to a Great Horned Owl held by a raptor rehabilitator. Credit: Don Riepe