CONSERVATION
For over 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 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.
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.
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 bird walks at local birding hotspots across the five boroughs, 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.
CONSERVATION
For over 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 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.
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.
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 bird walks at local birding hotspots across the five boroughs, 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.
Free Lecture: The Magic of Urban Green Spaces
Mon, Feb 6, 7pm | Virtual EventThe conservation field has historically neglected our city parks, but we now know how critical they are not just to human urban dwellers, but to the birds who live and migrate through our neighborhoods. Join us to explore the magic of our urban green spaces and get local birding tips from Yamina Nater-Otero (she/they), a Roger Arliner Young program manager at the Environmental Leadership Program and former environmental educator at Audubon New York. Learn more and register.
Free Birding in Glorious Pelham Bay Park
Sundays, 9-10:30am | Pelham Bay ParkJoin NYC Audubon to explore New York City's largest park. In addition to passerines and raptors, a variety of waterfowl can be found in the waters off Orchard Beach and on the wild and rugged Hunter and Twin Islands. During low tide on sunny days, seals are usually visible! Learn more.
BIRD WITH US THIS WINTER!
Winter outing registration is open | Outings across the CityBundle up and come birding with us this winter in parks across New York City! Don't miss our winter visitors, from Dark-eyed Juncos to Northern Shovelers to Snowy Owls. Learn more.view calendar
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
OUR WORK
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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