Summer in Florida: Chicks on the beaches, the start of regular rain in places like Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, and the end of a very busy baby raptor season at the Center for Birds of Prey. Here at Audubon, we never have a slow season. In fact, we're currently wrapping up a study of Tricolored Herons, analyzing the recent legislative session (page 5), planning the Audubon Florida Assembly in October, and so much more.
One of the things that I love about the team at Audubon Florida is that they’re always drawing inspiration and experience from the past to protect birds and the places they need today. If you’re in Northeast Florida or Central Florida between July and December this year, check out our 125-year retrospective exhibit at the Jacksonville airport and the Lyonia Environmental Center to be re-inspired by our long history of conservation success.
Birds are our superpower. Their beauty, songs, and personalities capture the imagination of people around the world; their heroic migrations help us see the connections between distant habitats. Despite the hot weather, I hope you see wonderful birds this summer. Thank you for your support of Audubon Florida.
This letter was published in the Audubon Florida Naturalist Summer 2025 magazine.