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.

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...

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,...

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...

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...
April 2025

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, […]
26 Apr
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Braddock Bay Park
Donald Schleiter Lodge, Braddock Bay Park, Greece NY

Raptors of New York State

Learn about the characteristics of several raptor species found in NY and the programs and projects the NYSDEC has in place for birds of prey, including surveys and how that data is used. Presenter:  Elena Greco is a Fish and Wildlife technician with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. She has been working […]
26 Apr
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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 […]
26 Apr
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

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, […]
26 Apr
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

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 […]
26 Apr
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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, […]
27 Apr
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Braddock Bay Park
Donald Schleiter Lodge, Braddock Bay Park, Greece NY

Falconry, A Hobby and Lifestyle

Discover the ancient sport of falconry and how it is still enjoyed today. Learn how to become licensed, hunt with raptors and even turn it into a career. Master falconer Alicia Pickett-Hale has been a licensed falconer for over 13 years and has flown many birds during that time. For the past 10 years she […]
27 Apr
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Bird Safe Homes

Learn about simple things you can do to your windows and lights to make your home safe for birds and other animals. We will also include the more difficult solutions that might fit your situation. Genesee Valley Audubon will also include information on plants for birds. Presented by June Summers, president of the Genesee Valley […]
27 Apr
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

What’s that Hawk? Raptor ID Workshop

Come hawkwatch with us!  This program will take place outdoors. Get tips on how to identify the birds, and then put those newfound skills to the test. Bring your own binoculars or borrow from BBRR.  Great for beginners, and anyone who wants to learn more about the migration at Braddock Bay.  Be prepared for the […]
27 Apr
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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