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The Great Egret Society is a group of Audubon’s most passionate donors who help protect and defend birds with generous contributions of $500 or more annually. We are incredibly grateful for this outstanding level of support.

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Birds on the Move
White-crowned Sparrows
Birds on the Move

Nearly 350 Audubon members describe a favorite fall migration story.

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador
A woman and child birding together
The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

More than 300 Audubon members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

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Journey Complete, Scott Edwards Looks Back On His Cross-Country Bicycling Trip
August 27, 2020 — After 76 days on the road, the Harvard ornithology professor shares highs—and lows—from his epic trek while relaxing at a seaside hotel.
Audubon Takes the Administration to Court to Save America’s Arctic
August 26, 2020 — With our allies we will bring voices of opposition to protect vital bird habitat and one of our country’s last untouched places from oil and gas drilling.
Lake Mead and Lower Colorado River to Remain in Tier Zero Shortage for 2021
August 25, 2020 — The Drought Contingency Plan is working.
Finding a Constant in Nature During the Uncertainty of a Pandemic
August 25, 2020 — Birds, the Trinity River Audubon Center, and nature provide stability for me when everything else feels so changeable.
Alaska’s Wild Places Face a Barrage of Big Development Projects
August 21, 2020 — As President Trump’s first term nears its end, major land-use decisions are coming due, with massive stakes for the environment.
Why Leashing Dogs Is an Easy Way to Protect Birds and Their Chicks
August 18, 2020 — Dog owners might not realize it, but ample research shows how unleashed canines can disrupt and harm wildlife
Fore! More Birding, Fewer Invasive Weeds
August 18, 2020 — A decommissioned golf course glow-up benefits birds and local communities thanks to Lahontan Audubon Society and local partners.
Interior Department Finalizes Plan to Drill in the Arctic Refuge
August 17, 2020 — Legal challenges are inevitable, but the Trump administration aims to hold the first-ever sale of oil and gas leases in the refuge this year.
It's Summer In the Boreal Forest
August 13, 2020 — A whole new year's worth of birds is about to start its southbound migration. We need to make sure they have food and shelter along the way.
A Blueprint for a Healthier Coast in New York and Connecticut
August 13, 2020 — Audubon’s new conservation strategy will create a resilient future for the Long Island Sound area.