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Great Egret Society

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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Check out our special digital content

  • Audubon’s Birds and Offshore Wind: Developing the Offshore Wind that Birds Need. You can view a recording of the webinar here.
  • The Magic of Migration at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, with Sanctuary Director Keith Laakkonen. Watch a recording of our presentation here. 
  • Audubon’s Bird Migration Explorer webinar (MidAtlantic). Watch a recording here on how to use this online tool to learn more about the heroic annual journeys made by over 450 bird species, and the challenges they face along the way.
  • What’s good for birds is also good for climate change mitigation. Learn more in our latest report on Natural Climate Solutions.
  • Explore the 2025 Audubon Photography Awards winners—now featuring Chile and Colombia. Check them out here.

Great Egret Society Impact Reports

If you’d like to view more reports showing Audubon’s impact over the years, please visit our report hub.

Featured Posts
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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Look at These Sweet Bald Eagles Protecting Their Eggs From the Snow
March 14, 2017 — At the U.S. National Arboretum, both eagle parents settled on their nest to warm their eggs, and each other, through the cold, icy night.
Bird Cams
For an Unforgettable Birding Adventure, Teens Head to Costa Rica With Audubon
March 14, 2017 — Eight teenagers recently returned from Costa Rica with fresh perspectives, beautiful photos, and much bigger life lists.
News
Florida’s Wading Birds Had a Terrible Breeding Season Last Year
March 14, 2017 — An annual survey of south Florida’s wading birds—including Roseate Spoonbills, Great Egrets, and Wood Storks—found the fewest nests in eight years. The results continue a worrisome trend of nesting decline.
News
Why Male House Finches Can Be Different Colors
March 13, 2017 — You are what you eat.
Podcast
Seven Spring Hotspots for Warbler Photography
March 10, 2017 — Migrant traps aren't just a boon to birds—they put photographers in a sweet spot too.
Tips and How-Tos
Get Covered for Tick Season With These Eight Expert Tips
March 10, 2017 — Before you hit the great outdoors, follow our advice to keep the eight-legged critters at bay.
News
An Open Letter to Scott Pruitt, Denier of Basic Science
March 10, 2017 — By saying human activity is not a leading cause of climate change, the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency continues his campaign to undermine widely accepted climate science.
News
The Case for Chasing Birds That Don’t Count
March 10, 2017 — Because birding is about so much more than just your list.
In the Field
Chief Environmental Justice Official at EPA Resigns As Pruitt Takes Over
March 09, 2017 — Mustafa Ali quits after 24 years as the new administrator prepares deep cuts in programs affecting the poor and minorities.
Environmental Justice
Birdist Rule #56: Figure Out Your Food Strategy While Birding
March 09, 2017 — Are you a bring-it-from-home type of person, or do you enjoy grabbing your meals on the go?
The Birdist’s Rules of Birding