Climbers & Raptors
What you need to know
When is raptor breeding season?
In Southern Arizona, raptor breeding season is roughly February through July.
Nesting raptors are protected by law. CASA recognizes that any climbing area may be considered off limits, subject to the conditions. Do your part to be on the right side of the law (and the birds)—and have fun and be safe out there.
Nesting raptors are protected by law. CASA recognizes that any climbing area may be considered off limits, subject to the conditions. Do your part to be on the right side of the law (and the birds)—and have fun and be safe out there.
Can I climb near raptors?
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Breeding falcons will let you know when you're getting too close. Here are some signs that you should climb somewhere else.
You notice the raptors are
If you experience any of these signs, climb somewhere else to protect yourself and the birds. |
Photo by Jeff Ladderud
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What's my next step?
Get the word out.
Use your favorite platform:
Tell other climbers about where you noticed breeding raptors. Help them not climb too close. If you choose, you can also red-tag the climbs. But try not to disturb the birds.
Use your favorite platform:
- Facebook Tucson Rock Climbers (use #raptors)
- Mountain Project
- Instagram (use #raptors)
- Word-of-mouth
Tell other climbers about where you noticed breeding raptors. Help them not climb too close. If you choose, you can also red-tag the climbs. But try not to disturb the birds.
Photo by Jeff Ladderud
