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Conservation in Alaska

We work to protect Alaska lands needed by birds and people.

Home to some of the most important conservation areas in the world, Alaska hosts some of the last remaining fully functioning large ecosystems on Earth.

Audubon Alaska integrates diverse ways of knowing and synthesizes knowledge to identify priority geographies and advance novel conservation solutions.

We also advance educational and community engagement efforts to support healthy lands and waters for people and birds. These collaborations include the development and support for nature-based tourism initiatives like birding trails.

How We Make a Difference

We work locally to protect birds. Click on a project to learn more.

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Shorebirds for Today and Tomorrow

Supporting culture- and place-based learning in Yup’ik schools and communities.

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Alaska Bird Festivals

Supporting Alaska’s birding festivals by ensuring that accessible, educational, and cultural programming prospers.

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Audubon Alaska's Bird of the Year

Highlighting Alaska species and Audubon’s priority birds as well as conservation issues through an annual “spokesbird.”

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Alaska’s Important Bird Areas

Conserving birds by identifying, monitoring, and protecting critical bird habitats.

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Alaska’s Birding Trails

Making Alaska birding accessible to everyone while growing Alaska’s economy through bird tourism.

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