Dominic Arenas

Dominic was a previous Walker Communications Fellow, Fund II Appretince, and Communications Associate. His coverage highlighted initiatives and news throughout the Audubon network, important equity, diversity, and inclusion work, the Audubon on Campus program, and the 'people' stories at Audubon.

As a first generation Filipino American from San Francisco, California, Dominic learned about the importance of conservation and environmental justice at an early age. Dominic's passion for supporting underrepresented voices inspired him to spearhead celebrations for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Audubon. When he is not writing and storytelling for the birds, Dominic enjoys specialty coffee, running, and watching the Golden State Warriors. 

Articles by Dominic Arenas

Sacrificing Some Skin to Save Some Birds

December 20, 2019 — At the Quill Festival hosted by Richardson Bay Audubon Center, people enjoyed a day filled with important conservation discussions and killer ink.

Audubon Scientist Stanley Senner Recognized for Conservation Work

November 25, 2019 — The award acknowledges Senner's lifelong dedication to preserving shorebirds and the places they need all across The Americas.

Audubon's Campus Chapter Program Is Taking Off in Mississippi

November 06, 2019 — This September, Magnolia Grove Audubon from University of Mississippi and Birds of a Feather from Rust College volunteered together at the 20th Annual Hummingbird Celebration at Strawberry Plains Audubon Center.

Celebrating Birds Through the Lens of Photography

November 04, 2019 — The co-hosted Audubon + Canon Birds in Focus event series has helped the National Audubon Society and Canon U.S.A. engage with new audiences.

Talking Birds and Climate Change With Both Sides of Capitol Hill

October 18, 2019 — Legislators and conservationists meet to discuss challenges and solutions at a summit in Washington, D.C.

More Than 600 People Flocked to Milwaukee for the 2019 Audubon Convention

August 09, 2019 — Audubon’s network of conservation leaders, bird advocates, college students, and scientists gathered for a multi-day celebration to connect, learn, and enjoy nature.

After Major Progress in Arizona Water Policy, Audubon Continues the Cause

February 21, 2019 — At its annual advocacy day, Audubon’s Western Rivers Action Network talked water with Arizona lawmakers.

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.

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.

Birdy Cocktails for the Holiday Season

December 07, 2018 — Need another way to rave about birds to your non-birder friends? Break the ice with these avian-inspired cocktails!