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Audubon's Campus Chapter Program Is Taking Off in Mississippi

Audubon's Campus Chapter Program Is Taking Off in Mississippi

November 6, 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.
For Former Campus Chapter Leader Tara Hohman, the Chapter Was Just the Start

For Former Campus Chapter Leader Tara Hohman, the Chapter Was Just the Start

October 21, 2019 — The Audubon ecologist helped launch a campus chapter at her university. Now she's guiding conservation along the Mississippi River.
Talking Birds and Climate Change With Both Sides of Capitol Hill

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.
Hundreds of Swifts Struck the NASCAR Hall of Fame Last Night; 97 Died on Impact

Hundreds of Swifts Struck the NASCAR Hall of Fame Last Night; 97 Died on Impact

October 16, 2019 — The incident in Charlotte, North Carolina, has puzzled experts, who can only speculate as to why Chimney Swifts were on the move at night.
Climate Change is Already Affecting the Ocean and the Birds That Rely on It

Climate Change is Already Affecting the Ocean and the Birds That Rely on It

September 25, 2019 — A new United Nations report details the triple-threat that climate change poses to the ocean and its wildlife.
Steve Kress, the Trailblazer of Seabird Conservation, Proved All His Critics Wrong

Steve Kress, the Trailblazer of Seabird Conservation, Proved All His Critics Wrong

September 13, 2019 — In his twenties the ornithologist had an audacious idea: to restore puffins to the Maine coast. Upon his retirement he reflects on how he pulled it off.
There’s a Growing Political Push To Make More Buildings Bird-Safe

There’s a Growing Political Push To Make More Buildings Bird-Safe

August 30, 2019 — In Congress, state legislatures, and some of our biggest cities, policies to prevent deadly collisions are gaining ground.
More Than 600 People Flocked to Milwaukee for the 2019 Audubon Convention

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

August 9, 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.
Landmark New York State Climate Bill Signed Into Law

Landmark New York State Climate Bill Signed Into Law

July 31, 2019 — The sweeping climate legislation sets the target of creating a net-zero carbon economy in the state by 2050.
Arizonans Are Helping a Desert Warbler Expand Its Housing Options

Arizonans Are Helping a Desert Warbler Expand Its Housing Options

July 16, 2019 — A DIY nest box program run by Tucson Audubon provides new living quarters for Lucy's Warblers. The key, though, is to land the perfect shape.