With Berks County in the yellow phase of the state’s reopening, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Kempton reopened its trails to the public.To ensure the health and well-being of visitors and employees ...

Taking in the view from Hawk Mountain’s South Lookout, Jodie Steiner and Elizabeth Schneider watched turkey vultures circle in the sky, riding the thermals. For Steiner, 33, and Schneider, 34… ...

However, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary was a whole new experience. With more challenging trails, lots of scenic views and an educational component — Hawk Mountain Sanctuary has something for everyone.

Hawk Mountain actually is the top of a U-shaped bend in the Kittatinny ridge, better known locally as Blue Mountain. It is the world’s first sanctuary to protect migrating raptors.

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary is known for its raptor sightings, hiking trails, music programs and nature education.

Thousands of raptors pass through this mountain sanctuary in Pennsylvania each year, drawing visitors interested in conservation as well as the natural beauty.

For the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, atop Blue Mountain, is the only spot in the world where birds of prey are protected, and perhaps the world’s best place to see them on the wing.