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Grasslands, Aridlands and Forests

Congressional Leaders Get Firsthand Look at Forest Conservation
August 20, 2026 — Audubon hosts tours highlighting the importance of forest conservation for landowners, birds, and local communities.
A juvenile Burrowing Owl looking out from a burrow entrance.
More Owls Nest at Gillmor Sanctuary Thanks to New Digs—Literally!
August 20, 2026 — New, artificial burrows at Audubon’s Gillmor Sanctuary welcome nesting Burrowing Owls.
A Burrowing Owl stands amongst tall grasses.
How Cutting Down Trees Helps a Unique Owl in Utah
August 20, 2026 — Restoring uplands at Audubon’s Gillmor Sanctuary invites Burrowing Owls and other grassland wildlife.
Uplifting BIPOC Youth in Conservation Science, Regenerative Farming and Ranching
August 18, 2026 — Audubon joined FrontLine Farming’s Black Teen Cultivators in Denver for a two-day event centered on bird conservation and regenerative ranching.
A Dusky Grouse perches on a wooden fence in front of a beautiful mountainous landscape.
Love Our Public Lands? That Means Maintaining Them
August 06, 2026 — Bills prioritizing upkeep at national parks, national monuments and other federal lands are making their way through Congress.
What Have We Done for Our Refuges Lately?
August 05, 2026 — Maintaining this vital part of our public lands network requires ongoing commitment.
The Audubon Rockies Conservation Ranching (ACR) team poses with the 2026 ACR Team of the Year awards.
Driving Cattle, Restoration, and Research
August 04, 2026 — In the Rockies, Audubon's Conservation Ranching team drives landscape-scale, science-based conservation on working lands.
A Western Kingbird about to enjoy a bug snack
What You May Not Know About Monitoring Surveys
July 30, 2026 — Looking Back on California’s 2026 Rangeland Monitoring Season
Growing Grasslands: A Year of Progress for Audubon Conservation Ranching in Texas
July 18, 2026 — Now more than ever, ranchers and conservationists are working side by side to prove that working lands and wildlife can thrive together.
rotación de caña y arroz
Conservation Agriculture: Creating Spaces for Biodiversity
July 06, 2026 — The agricultural practice of crop rotation, especially between sugarcane and rice, is an innovative approach with potential as a nature-based solution. It helps improve the sustainability and resilience of agro-ecosystems.