September 5, 2026
A Young Peregrine on the Ascent
Yesterday in the Mohonk Preserve near New Paltz, N.Y., Chris Nadareski of the NYC DEP released four young rehabbed peregrines,…
One of my favorite conservation groups is LightHawk, a group of volunteer pilots who donate their planes, expertise and time for conservation projects throughout North America — including ones that help California Condors, Rusty Blackbirds and other endangered birds.
I have taken aerial photography for LightHawk since 2009, and am proud to be affiliated with them.
Very cool to see LightHawk's Jonathan Milne, who I have worked with many timesm featured in the PBS program.
LightHawk's website is here.
Tomorrow: LightHawk aerials of North Jersey natural areas and hawk watches, including the Celery Farm and Stateline Lookout.