David Hewitt

Community Science and Chapter Engagement Member
About

David’s love for the natural world was initially spurred by the Science and Nature Program at the American Museum of Natural History in New York and growing up adjacent to the trails of the Audubon Society in Fairfield, Connecticut.  When he was a junior in high school, he received the James Lowenstein Scholarship to attend the Conserve School, an environmental semester program in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. This experience was transformative and strengthened his resolve to learn more about biodiversity. A 2020 graduate of Hobart William Smith College, he majored in Environmental Studies and minored in Public Policy. David is an avid sailor and has taught summer programs, coached a high school team and been the director of a non-profit sailing program for the past three years. He looks forward to serving with Audubon Vermont as their Community Science and Chapter Engagement AmeriCorps Member.

Articles by David Hewitt

Growing Community, Growing Conservation
September 02, 2025 — David Hewitt describes his experience as our Community Science and Chapter Engagement AmeriCorps Member.
Grasshopper Sparrow
Volunteering for Conservation: Advancing Stewardship and Community Engagement in Vermont
July 30, 2025 — Highlighting the Impact of One Volunteer’s Dedication to Wildlife Monitoring, Education, and Public Outreach
Curled up Caterpillar
Counting for Conservation: Audubon Vermont Joins the Caterpillars Count Movement!
June 26, 2025 — A community-powered science project tracking caterpillars to support birds, biodiversity, and climate research
Rutland Audubon Tabling
Rooted in Nature: How the Rutland County Audubon Society Inspires Conservation Across Generations
June 16, 2025 — From marsh walks to pollinator gardens, RCAS blends education, advocacy, and hands-on action to protect Vermont’s natural heritage and engage the community in lasting stewardship.
Bald eagle perched on branch
A Glimpse into the 2025 Mid-Winter Bald Eagle Survey: Resilience in the Skies
March 12, 2025 — Volunteering for Vermont’s Conservation Efforts: Insights into the Mid-Winter Bald eagle Survey and the Power of Community Science
Great Egrets
The Importance of Audubon Chapters
December 03, 2024 — Chapter's bring Audubon to your community!
Join Audubon Vermont's Adopt-A-Trail Program
October 31, 2024 — Discover Nature and Make a Difference
Two Adult Wild Turkeys
Wild Turkey Brood Survey
July 18, 2024 — It's not too late to get involved!
Audubon Staff with binoculars
My First Birdathon
June 18, 2024 — Perspective of a Novice Birder during Audubon Vermont's Birdathon
A White-breasted Nuthatch on a suet feeder.
Join us for the Great Backyard Bird Count!
January 30, 2024 — February 14th-17th 2025