Audubon in Action

Climate Advocates Show Up in Record Breaking Numbers for Lobby Day 2019
February 19, 2019 — The momentum for 100 percent clean energy in Washington state is at a high, thanks in large part to local advocacy efforts.
The Secret Lives of Black Rails, and the Scientists Who Seek Them
February 13, 2019 — Deep in Louisiana marshes, the Black Rail is a master of stealth. Now a tactical team is shining a light on the species, with hopes to demystify its behavior and win it protections.
2019 Audubon Convention
February 11, 2019 — Find out more, sign up for registration updates, and start planning your trip today.
How Much Water Do Birds and People Need at the Salton Sea?
February 01, 2019 — Scientists with Audubon California dug deep into science to develop a calculator to find out.
Birds in the Air: Talking Conservation and Christianity With the Next Generation
January 25, 2019 — At Baylor University’s symposium on faith and culture, young leaders made it clear that caring for the environment is at the core of their identity.
How an Audubon Educator Transformed an Entire Pennsylvania Community with Native Plants
December 20, 2018 — Thanks to some seeds, soil, and a lot of dedication, students are learning about science, connecting with nature, and greening the city of Norristown.
Congress Is One Step Closer to Expanding a System That Keeps Shorelines Pristine
November 21, 2018 — The Coastal Resources Barrier Act protects 3.5 million acres of bird habitat and saves taxpayers billions—but it uses decades-old, hand-drawn maps.
How Hundreds of Volunteers Protected California's Tricolored Blackbirds
November 19, 2018 — Data collected from a triennial spring survey has helped gain the birds state-wide protections. Now they're being considered for a federal listing.
One Person’s Leftovers Are Another Person’s Treasure
November 09, 2018 — Extra sand is an outcome of all dredging projects, and Audubon wants to use it to rebuild a vital nesting island in South Carolina.
Atlanta's Largest Park Gets a (Chimney) Swift Makeover
October 30, 2018 — Surrounded by native plants, a 24-foot-tall tower, the first of its kind in Georgia, stands as a beacon in the fight to reverse the species' decline.