BBRR’s Mission:
To conduct research projects on birds of prey, other wildlife and the environment.
To educate the public about birds of prey, other wildlife and the environment.
To contribute to consideration of public policy on birds of prey, other wildlife and the environment..
To maintain the natural character of Braddock Bay, Lake Ontario, New York for public benefit.
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April 2025
Owl Prowl Sold Out
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 […]
Owl Prowl
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 […]
Owl Prowl
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 […]
Owl Prowl
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 […]
Owl Prowl
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 […]
Bird of Prey Days 2025 – Friday Program
Come to Braddock Bay Park and join the celebration of the migration! Opening Night Program! — doors open 6:30 pm 7:00 pm – The Complete Language of Birds, Presented by author Randi Minetor, and featuring BBRR’s raptor ambassadors Walk-ins welcome but seating is limited. Reserve your spot HERE. 8:00 pm Sunset Walk and Evening Owl […]
BOP Days Opening Night! The Complete Language of Birds
Learn the folklore and mythology about birds here in our own community in this combined storytelling and live birds program. Randi Minetor, author of The Complete Language of Birds (Wellfleet Press, 2024) will share ancient tales of birds of prey that make upstate New York their home, while Daena Ford, president of Braddock Bay Raptor Research, introduces you […]
Bird of Prey Days 2025 – Saturday Program
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, […]
Man-made Threats to Raptors
Raptors face numerous man-made threats, including from power/waste/transportation infrastructure, secondary poisoning, and habitat disruption. By exploring these threats, highlighting mitigation techniques, and providing information on treatment options for injured birds, we aim to inspire attendees to take action to protect raptors. Presenter: Bob Williams is dedicated to protecting and preserving the lives of birds of […]
WNY Raptor: Wildlife Rehabilitation, Research and Education
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. Afterwards, […]
Smash the Crash!
(Red-tailed Hawk photo courtesy of University of Rochester News Team) Smash the Crash: An Interdisciplinary Initiative to Stop Bird Collisions at the University of Rochester Fatal collisions with glass windows claim the lives of up to 2 billion birds every year in the United States. This talk will cover the history, biology, and politics of […]
Bird of Prey Days 2025 – Sunday Program
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, […]
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