Take part in a private hawk release in Carpinteria with an Ojai Raptor Center staff member and photographer Susie Clothier. You and your guests will witness the release of a rehabilitated hawk back into the wild while Susie captures the moment through her lens. Afterwards, choose your favorite photo to have printed and framed with a $100 gift certificate to Summer Camp in Ojai.
You may choose one person, yourself, a friend, or a family member (must be 18 years or older), to open the box and release the hawk. Susie will photograph the release and the group experience, providing you with digital copies of the final images.
What’s Included:
- Private hawk release guided by Ojai Raptor Center staff member
- Professional photography of the release by Susie Clothier
- Choice of one designated person to release the hawk (designated person must be 18 years or older)
- Digital photos of the release and group experience
- $100 Gift Certificate to Summer Camp to have your favorite print framed
- Primary location: Linden Field, Carpinteria (alternate site possible if habitat is suitable)
- To learn more about Susie Clothier and check out her photography, visit her website here: susieclothierphoto.com
- To learn more about Summer Camp, visit their website here: https://www.summercampojai.com
Timing:
- Releases take place from late spring through early fall. The experience will be scheduled in 2026 based on patient readiness and conditions.
Important Details:
- Alternate release locations may be considered based on habitat suitability for the hawk.
- The raptor released will be a Red-tailed Hawk.
- Animal welfare and safety are always the top priority.
Scheduling:
- To arrange your session, contact Riki Saint John at Riki@ojairaptorcenter.org.
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Private Hawk Release + Photo Shoot & $100 Gift Certificate for Professional Framing w/ Summer Camp
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Available:
Nov 11, 2025 @ 12:00am -
Nov 15, 2025 @ 04:00pm
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