You may find Red-tailed Hawks kiting along coastal bluffs, Red-
shouldered Hawks calling from the trees, Northern Harriers
coasting along marshes, and American Kestrels perched in the
coastal scrub. In autumn, hawks moving south are funneled over
Hawk Hill in the Marin Headlands, where the Golden Gate Raptor
Observatory conducts long-term citizen science projects in an
effort to monitor the populations of birds of prey. Docent
Programs >> Our free Hawk Talks and Banding Demonstrations occur
every Saturday and Sunday during September and October, weather
permitting. GGRO’s research programs are long-term volunteer
studies in the Marin Headlands of seasonal movements of birds of
prey. Band Recoveries >> If you find a bird with a band on its
leg, it’s important to report it to the proper authorities. What
should you do if you encounter a banded bird? Visit Hawk Hill >>
As many as 19 different species of raptors may be seen from Hawk
Hill in the fall. Learn the essential tips and highlights before
planning your tr