Topics Where We Work Rivers, Lakes, and Wetlands

Western Water

Even in a Tough Water Year, Water Conservation is Making a Difference for Great Salt Lake
October 05, 2026 — Flexible partnerships are helping water continue to reach the lake despite drought.
Juniper Titmouse
Nature-Based Solutions Play Key Role in Improving New Mexico's Climate Resilience
October 02, 2026 — New report provides recommendations to boost implementation
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New Colorado River Rules Buy Time. They Don’t Solve the Crisis
September 25, 2026 — We need solutions that deliver.
A yellow warbler with a beak full of mayflies perches on a stick poking up out of water.
In a Time of Crisis, the U.S. and Mexico Renew Their Commitment to the Colorado River
September 09, 2026 — Minute 334 extends a partnership that shares water shortages while protecting bird habitat and communities across the basin.
Investing in Arizona’s Water Infrastructure
September 03, 2026 — Tour in the White Mountains of Eastern Arizona highlights how water funding hits the ground and helps both rural communities and watersheds
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The Albuquerque bosque north of Central
Extended Drying of The Rio Grande Affects Bosque
September 01, 2026 — Audubon and partners release water into the river and will study bosque response.
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Audubon's New Report Meets the Urgency of the Moment at Great Salt Lake
July 09, 2026 — The Great Salt Lake Birds and Habitat Assessment offers finding to guide coordinated efforts to save this vital ecosystem.
Water Quality Protections Advance in New Mexico
July 09, 2026 — Audubon Southwest testified in favor of protecting ephemeral streams, playas, and wetlands—emphasizing their importance for birds and other wildlife.
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Audubon's Assessment for a Resilient Great Salt Lake
June 30, 2026 — The Great Salt Lake Birds & Habitat Assessment identifies the most important areas for bird conservation & hydrologic connectivity
Great Blue Heron
Stabilizing the Colorado River Basin Now So We Can Thrive into the Future
June 05, 2026 — Wide variety of groups come together to press for near-term investments to save the Colorado River Basin
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