ADVOCACY
Since our founding, we've engaged in advocacy work in all five boroughs to speak up for our birds and their habitats. In 1978, a cadre of regular Central Park bird watchers successfully opposed a Central Park Conservancy plan to “restore” the Ramble through changes such as tree removal. These fledgling activists soon founded the NYC Audubon Society and launched 40 years of dedicated advocacy for habitat preservation and protection for birds.
CONSERVATION
40 years, NYC Audubon's conservation programs have studied and advocated on behalf of the City's wild birds. Working with a network of volunteers and scientists as part of programs such as Project Safe Flight and Waterbirds of New York Harbor, we fight to protect birds and preserve their habitat, from marshlands and nesting islands for herons and egrets to woodland park areas so important to migrating and nesting species.
ENGAGEMENT
We believe the best way to create the next generation of conservationists is to instill a love of birding in them. To do that, we conduct over 200 education programs a year, including field trips to local birding hotspots and destinations out of state, a lecture series, our "Feathered Friends" After School Birding Club, classes, a seasonal nature center at Governors Island, community science opportunities, seasonal bird surveys, and volunteer events.
ADVOCACY
Since our founding, we've engaged in advocacy work in all five boroughs to speak up for our birds and their habitats. In 1978, a cadre of regular Central Park bird watchers successfully opposed a Central Park Conservancy plan to “restore” the Ramble through changes such as tree removal. These fledgling activists soon founded the NYC Audubon Society and launched 40 years of dedicated advocacy for habitat preservation and protection for birds.
CONSERVATION
40 years, NYC Audubon's conservation programs have studied and advocated on behalf of the City's wild birds. Working with a network of volunteers and scientists as part of programs such as Project Safe Flight and Waterbirds of New York Harbor, we fight to protect birds and preserve their habitat, from marshlands and nesting islands for herons and egrets to woodland park areas so important to migrating and nesting species.
ENGAGEMENT
We believe the best way to create the next generation of conservationists is to instill a love of birding in them. To do that, we conduct over 200 education programs a year, including field trips to local birding hotspots and destinations out of state, a lecture series, our "Feathered Friends" After School Birding Club, classes, a seasonal nature center at Governors Island, community science opportunities, seasonal bird surveys, and volunteer events.
Intro to Birding with Latino Outdoors
Thursday, March 4, 6-8pm EST | Online PresentationIf you’ve ever been curious about birding, this webinar is the place to start! Join NYC Audubon and Latino Outdoors NYC for a fun and educational session that will discuss birding basics, how to pick binoculars, and the best resources for learning more. You’ll be given all the tools you need to start figuring out what’s in your backyard right here in New York City, or jump beak-first into a new hobby. No experience necessary! RegisterMEMBERS-ONLY: VIRTUAL TRIP TO MEXICO
Wednesday, February 24, 6-7pm EST | Online PresentationGabriel lived in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico for three years, studying and painting its birdlife, guiding, and researching the historical and cultural importance of birds to the Mayan people of the region. Join Gabriel on a virtual tour of the Yucatán, its ecology, history, people, and of course its birds! ViewBIRD LOVE WITH DR. WENFEI TONG
Monday, March 15, 7-8pm EST | Online PresentationLearn about the extraordinary mating customs of the avian world with Dr. Wenfei Tong, author of the book Bird Love. From courtship and nest-building to protecting eggs and raising chicks, Wenfei will explore the fascinating variety of practices that can be found among birds. Registerview calendar
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Over 100 of the 350 bird species that depend on New York City are of conservation concern. NYC Audubon’s conservation programs research the dangers facing the birds that live in and migrate through New York City, engage our dedicated grassroots network of community scientists and volunteers, and provide innovative solutions that help birds.
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