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.

Northern Saw Whet Owl
Broad-winged Hawk Soaring
Sharp-shinned Hawk Banding

Support BBRR

BBRR is now enrolled in the PayPal Giving Fund.  Through this, 100% of your donation will go to Braddock Bay Raptor Research as the Giving Fund partners cover the overhead costs associated with handling the transactions.

PayPal Giving Fund

Bird of Prey Days 2025

Download Full Schedule (PDF)2025 Bird of Prey DaysBraddock Bay is home to one of the most spectacular spring raptor migrations in the country!  Join Braddock Bay Raptor Research in this annual event to learn about hawks, eagles, falcons, owls and others, and support...
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Man-made Threats to Raptors

Raptors face numerous man-made threats, including 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,...
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2025 Raptor Education Course

BBRR is excited to present the 2025 Raptor Education Course to begin in February. If you have a great interest in raptors and want to learn more about them, this course is for you! The classes have been designed to prepare participants with background knowledge of...
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Spring 2025 Hawk Counter Position Opening

Braddock Bay Raptor Research (BBRR) is seeking an experienced hawk counter to conduct the spring raptor count at Braddock Bay.  An average of over 50,000 raptors, including up to 17 species, are tallied each spring at this popular migration site located on the...
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