Aquila's Blog
Hawkwatch Annual Operations Fundraising
Our fundraising to support the Fall 2027 operations of the Franklin Mountain Hawkwatch kicked off in September with Mohawk Valley Gives – supported by the
September 14, 2026
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Aquila's Blog
Young Turkey Vultures on a Compost Pile
These Turkey Vultures have gathered at a large compost pile near Otsego Lake. Turkey Vultures are gregarious birds that often gather at a food source
September 11, 2026
DOAS News Messages
Why do raptors come through the Franklin Mountain area?
The geology of the Northern Catskills/Leatherstocking region includes strong ridges running northeast to southwest. These ridges also happen to coincide with the Fall migrating paths
September 10, 2026
Aquila's Blog
Introducing Aquila
Hi. My name is Aquila, a Golden Eagle. It is part of my Latin scientific name (Aquila chrysaetos) used to identify me in the world
September 3, 2026
DOAS News Messages
2026 Open House at the DOAS Sanctuary
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: DOAS Sanctuary and Franklin Mountain Hawkwatch, 52 Grange Hall Road Spur (Bird Road),
August 20, 2026
DOAS News Messages
Mohawk Valley Gives Day – Support the Franklin Mountain Hawkwatch
The Franklin Mountain Hawkwatch has tracked raptor migration for almost 40 years — data that’s essential to understanding long-term population trends and shaping the conservation
August 20, 2026
DOAS News Messages
2026 Charter Dinner
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026 Time: 5:30 PM -9:00 PM Location:Â Sixth Ward Athletic Club Banquet Room, 22 West Broadway, Oneonta, NY 13820 Ticket information below.
August 20, 2026
DOAS News Messages
2026 Charter Dinner & Raffle Tickets on sale now
Purchase Raffle Tickets (Scroll Down for Online Order Form) Drawing on 10/16 at the DOAS Charter Dinner (Ticket holders need not be present to win.)
August 19, 2026
DOAS News Messages
2026 Bird Seed Sale
Our Annual Bird Seed Sale fundraiser is underway! Your order helps to support DOAS programming all year long. The sale also offers great gift items
August 14, 2026
DOAS News Messages
Current Action Alerts
Updated June 10, 2026 There are a number of issues that require support at this time. We encourage you to please contact your representatives and
June 10, 2026
May 23, 2026
DOAS News Messages
Bird Savers for your Windows at Earth Festival
To make Acopian Bird Savers or to pre-order Feather Friendly window tape, please complete the form below. Pick up items at Earth Festival on Saturday,
March 26, 2026
DOAS News Messages
Volunteer Raptor Identification Training at Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park
Are you interested in learning raptor identification skills? DOAS is interested in teaching you, in preparation for fall migration at Franklin Mountain Hawkwatch. We are
February 20, 2026
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