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Audubon Council of Washington (ACOW) October 9-11, 2026

Our Goals
Bringing together chapter leaders, volunteers, staff, partners, and community members to strengthen Washington's bird conservation community.
What We’re Doing
ACOW is a gathering of Audubon chapter leaders from across Washington State. Every two years, volunteers, board members, conservation leaders, and Audubon staff come together to exchange ideas, strengthen relationships, celebrate volunteers, and advance our shared work for birds.

ACOW 2026

October 9–11, 2026

This year's theme, Washington's Flight Plan: A Critical Stop on the Journey, focuses on conservation leadership and our shared goals that protect birds across Washington.

Schedule at a Glance

October 5–9 | Bellingham Bird Week

Hosted by North Cascades Audubon Society, Bird Week will feature bird walks, community events, educational programs, and celebrations across the city. Bird Week is designed to welcome both longtime birders and people who are just discovering birds and conservation.

October 9 | WSACC Meeting & Public Keynote

The Washington State Audubon Conservation Council (WSACC) will meet to discuss statewide conservation priorities, resolutions, and advocacy efforts. The evening will conclude with a public keynote address celebrating birds, migration, and conservation.

October 10 | ACOW 2026

The Saturday program will feature collaborative discussions, strategic breakout sessions, chapter recognition, and opportunities to shape the future of Audubon's conservation work in Washington.

October 11 | Field Trips

Explore the birds, habitats, and conservation stories of northwest Washington through a variety of optional field trips hosted by local experts and partners.

Why Bellingham?

Situated along the Pacific Flyway and surrounded by exceptional birding opportunities, Bellingham is an ideal place to gather and reflect on our shared conservation mission. From shorelines and estuaries to forests and farmland, the region showcases the habitats and landscapes that make Washington a critical place for birds.

Join Us

Whether you're a chapter leader, volunteer, partner organization, supporter, or community member, we invite you to be part of ACOW 2026 and Bellingham Bird Week.

Together, we can strengthen our conservation community, celebrate our shared successes, and advance a vision for birds across Washington.

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