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Bouressa Family Farm Secures Audubon Bird-Friendly Land Certification
October 21, 2026 — Rachel Bouressa manages for a mosaic of grassland habitat that supports priority bird species in central Wisconsin.
Two people smile at the camera, holding an award.
Audubon Chapter Leader in Oakland County Recognized with 2026 Alan Dolan Great Lakes Conservation Advocacy Award
October 15, 2026 — Don Burlett, former President of Oakland Bird Alliance, recognized for bringing Oakland County community together to learn more about birds and engage in their conservation.
Great Lakes Piping Plover in sandy habitat.
Record Numbers Bring Great Lakes Piping Plovers Closer to Recovery
October 07, 2026 — Nearly 100 breeding pairs and a record 184 fledged chicks mark the strongest season for this endangered population since federal listing.
Prairie Pastured Beef to Carry the Audubon Certified Bird-Friendly Land Seal
September 29, 2026 — Carl Flaig and his family provide high-quality grassland habitat for wildlife in central Wisconsin, adding to over 2,000 certified bird-friendly acres in the state.
Educating the Future: AmeriCorps Help Build the Next Generation of Conservationist at Ohio Centers
September 16, 2026 — Get to know outgoing Americorps Member Cierra Clark and incoming AmeriCorps Member Hattie Benedetti
What’s All the Buzz About Aullwood’s Decoy Wasp Nests? 
September 09, 2026 — How a simple call for crochet artists helped Aullwood’s animals and brought community together
On the Water at Allouez Bay: Restoring a Critical Lake Superior Wetland
September 02, 2026 — Restoration boat tour with conservation partners at one of the most significant coastal wetlands in the St. Louis River Estuary
Deeply Rooted Landscapes and Aullwood Audubon Announce New Native Plant Partnership
August 20, 2026 — Making native plants more accessible to the local community