barrier islands

Several kids hold large white butterfly nets walking and standing in a grassy field
September: Why are Insects Important?
September 17, 2025
VT
A Long-billed Curlew makes a splash in shallow water.
New Study Reveals Where Conservation Can Deliver for Birds, Communities, and Climate
September 16, 2025 — Audubon unveils a framework that prioritizes biodiversity, natural climate solutions, and local community engagement in order to protect birds and people.
Conservation
Anji (left) and Blair (right) banding an AMOY chick. Photo: Lindsay Addison/Audubon
A Record-Breaking Summer for Oystercatchers, Stewards at Coastal Sanctuaries
September 16, 2025 — We banded more oystercatchers and had more beach bird stewards than ever before at Audubon’s coastal nesting sanctuaries in North Carolina.
NC
The three brothers pose for a portrait in Jim's home studio filled with paints and brushes, and a picture of Vincent Van Gogh on the wall.
For The Hautman Brothers, the Secret to Duck Stamp Dominance Is All in the Family
September 15, 2025 — The Minnesota painters have achieved unrivaled success in the federal government’s conservation-boosting art competition. They insist technical know-how has little to do with it.
Feature Stories
using sweep nets
Week 2- The Final Days of Summer
September 15, 2025 — September 15th
VT
Sunlight filters through valley oaks at Audubon’s Bobcat Ranch
Among Birds and Trees—Finding Presence in Nature
September 13, 2025 — This California Biodiversity Week, we're reflecting on how noticing birds like the California Towhee and Acorn Woodpecker, and the oaks they call home, can change how we connect with nature
CA
Wood Ducks
Inside Look: Restored Pond and Waterway at Audubon’s Pine Island Sanctuary
September 12, 2025 — NC Land and Water Fund-supported project already welcoming back birds.
NC
Three people on a beach, one holding a fluffy bird
Audubon Biologists Bring Hemispheric Experience to Protect Florida's Birds and the Places They Need
September 12, 2025 — Biologists gained experience on dozens of species in interesting and remote locations.
FL Coastal Stewardship
students looking at flowers
Week 1- First Day Fun
September 12, 2025 — September 10th and 12th
VT
A group of people stand in front of the Mead House, cutting a red ribbon with a large pair of scissors.
Restoration of Greenwich Audubon Center’s Historic "Mead House" Is a Milestone Towards Audubon Campus Restoration in Greenwich and Across Audubon
September 11, 2025
CT