PROGRAMS & EVENTS

The Owl Woods at Braddock Bay is well known as a migratory stop-over for Northern Saw-whet and Long-eared Owls. Join an experienced BBRR guide on this morning prowl to look for roosting owls and learn about their migration and natural history. Trail is mulched and is easy walking, but can be muddy in spots so […] ...

The Owl Woods at Braddock Bay is well known as a migratory stop-over for Northern Saw-whet and Long-eared Owls. Join an experienced BBRR guide on this morning prowl to look for roosting owls and learn about their migration and natural history. Trail is mulched and is easy walking, but can be muddy in spots so […] ...

Come to Braddock Bay Park and join the celebration of the migration! Opening Night Program! — doors open 6:30 pm 7:00 pm Raptors of the Forest, featuring BBRR’s raptor ambassadors and guests from Helmer Nature Center. Presented by Daena Ford, president of BBRR Walk-ins welcome but seating is limited.  Reserve your spot by using the […] ...

Come to Braddock Bay Park and join the celebration of the migration!  BBRR has a variety of programs happening for all ages, both indoors and out, to help you learn about some fascinating birds of prey. These exhibitors will be on site throughout the weekend: The Bird House, Genesee Valley Audubon Society, Rochester Birding Association, […] ...

Combating climate change requires action on multiple fronts. From taking the lead of those most impacted by environmental degradation to demonstrating ecosystem solidarity at home, there’s a growing recognition of the need to reassess local, institutional and systemic practices. More and more people are considering the needs of their wild neighbors, including their preferred shelter, […] ...

What does it take to survive as a bird of the forest?  Join the Incredible Hawk and find out! Learn about adaptations of forest birds in this interactive program for families. This event is part of the 2024 Bird of Prey Days program, which takes place at Braddock Bay Park, 199 East Manitou Road in […] ...

WNY Raptor is a nonprofit organization dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation, education, and research. During WNY Raptor’s presentation, Bernie Clabeaux will share the mission of the nonprofit as well as successful rehabilitation stories, including those of orphaned barn owls, turkey vultures, hawks, and others. She will also discuss the current research projects of WNY Raptor. Helen […] ...

Banders at Braddock Bay Raptor Research have been monitoring the capillaria parasitic infection in Sharp-shinned hawks since the spring of 2020. A total of eight banding stations in the U.S. and Canada are now inspecting these hawks when captured. The rates of infection vary from station to station and those results will be reported. Current […] ...

Come to Braddock Bay Park and join the celebration of the migration!  BBRR has a variety of programs happening for all ages, both indoors and out, to help you learn about some fascinating birds of prey. These exhibitors will be on site throughout the weekend: The Bird House, Genesee Valley Audubon Society, Rochester Birding Association, […] ...

The Cornell Raptor Program was established in 1993 to provide Cornell undergraduate students and other community members an opportunity to become involved directly with efforts to promote conservation of birds of prey. We will be presenting live hawks, falcons, and owls and our education birds’ personal histories, with time for a Q&A and chance to […] ...

Come hawkwatch with us!  This program will start indoors with a short presentation on the species you will see during migration and other times of year.  Get tips on how to identify the birds, and then go outside and put those newfound skills to the test. Bring your own binoculars or borrow from BBRR.  Great […] ...