September 16, 2023

Seven birders gathered for this hawk watch at Booth Hill in West Hartland, CT.  Weather was cloudy, however we recorded 1 Osprey, 4 Bald Eagles, 4 Sharpshins, 2 Cooper’s; 100 Broad Winged and 2 Red Tail.  Considering the weather, it was a good day for hawk watching.

September 17, 2023

A nice, sunny day with mild winds, perfect for viewing hawk migration. Six members gathered for this hawk watch. We were delighted to have our new president attend his first hawk watch event and witness his first Broad Winged kettle.  We recorded 1 Osprey, 1 Bald Eagle, 1 Cooper’s, 1 Red Shoulder, 1 American Kestrel, 187 Broad Winged.

Thanks to all who participated and look forward to even more members joining us next September.

Submitted by Joan Lupacchino & Richard Nieman.