Avian
Research
Raptor
Rescue
Conservation
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Hawks Aloft, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization incorporated in 1994 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
We work to conserve indigenous wild birds and their habitats through avian research, conservation education, raptor rescue, and cooperation with other organizations.
We believe that this work helps to preserve New Mexico’s unique landscapes and wildlife populations for many generations to come.
Brazil | Natural Wonders of the Pantanal
October 15, 2025 – October 29, 2025 Join Hawks Aloft for the expedition of a lifetime! The Pantanal in central-western Brazil is the world’s largest freshwater wetland and one of the most biodiverse habitats on the South American continent. The star residents are jaguars that roam, hunt, and lounge on the forested riverbanks. Hyacinth Macaw,…
LEARN MOREMaking the 2024-25 Hawks Aloft Raffle Quilt
Cynthia Figueroa-McInteer, a retired architect, and Gail Garber began designing our newest quilt in the summer of 2023, using AutoCad software – the same software that we’ve used for most of the HAI raffle quilts. We wanted a design that bespoke of New Mexico, and began with a prominent Zia symbol, along with the classic thunderbirds…
LEARN MOREVolunteer Training Class – Feb 3, 2024
When: February 3, 2024Where: Bachechi Open Space Education Building, 9521 Rio Grande Blvd Time: 9 AM – 12 PMCost: $25 — Includes membership and volunteer manual. Click here to sign up. Light refreshments will be provided. Hawks Aloft (HAI) is unique in that the four pillars of our foundation are quite diverse: Attend our volunteer…
LEARN MOREOur trip was planned around the mass migration of North American raptors through the isthmus of Panama, as well as a quest to find a Harpy Eagle. It was an incredible journey that far exceeded our hopes. The three primary photographers, Tom Mayer, Larry Rimer, and Gail Garber returned with a lovely assortment of images that we share with you in this gallery.
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Book: National Geographic Field Guide to Birds of North America by Jon L. Dunn (paperback)
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Book: Sibley’s Birding Basics by David Allen Sibley
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