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Vulture Awareness Day at Minnewaska: The Grossly Important Vulture
Saturday, September 6, 2025 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
In September 2009, two conservation groups from South Africa and the United Kingdom organized the first International Vulture Awareness Day. It is now observed on the first Saturday in September each year. Join us at Minnewaska to celebrate these birds, which play a critical role in human and animal health. During a short presentation, we will talk about why vultures are important to the health of our world, what some of their interesting adaptations are, and how to identify the two species of vultures found in this part of New York. Afterwards, we will go for an approximately one-mile hike on trails near the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center to search for vultures soaring in the skies and to enjoy the scenery Minnewaska has to offer. This program is recommended for anyone who is interested in these fascinating birds. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Call to Register: (845) 255-0752
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