National Audubon Society

You can double your impact for birds, the environment, and outdoor education when you give to Audubon Arizona until midnight on Dec. 31. First-time donations and donations increased from 2016 will be doubled—matched dollar-for-dollar—so please give soon!

December 2017

Photos: Mick Thompson

Left to right: The Yellow-rumped Warbler, Northern Red-shafted Flicker, and White-crowned Sparrow are all winter residents at the Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center. Stop by in December to meet them!

Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch

The Research Ranch’s annual report covers the paths of resident research fellows, the shaping of a new wetlands habitat, and installation of a weather station. Read the report.

Western Rivers Brewers Council

Western Rivers Action Network

This month’s WRAN newsletter is a call for thanks – to the Governor and the AZ Department of Water Resources for their part in finalizing Minute 323; to our ever-growing Western Rivers Brewers Council; to the water experts that help lead water education and policy efforts; and to all WRAN members.

Read the latest newsletter and send a thank you letter to the Governor and AZ Dept. of Water Resources.

Birdies for Charity is a way for anyone to support birds, and Arizona’s school children, with donations going to our Urban Hummingbird Program. If you pledge to Birdies for Charity, it means making a donation for all the birdies made by PGA Tour professionals during the 2018 Waste Management Phoenix Open.

Learn about Birdies for Charity and our Urban Hummingbird Program, then pledge.

New Greenhouse at the Center

A long-awaited greenhouse was successfully built in our Monarch garden, made possible with the support of Columbine Garden Club; our contracted handyman, Donald; dedicated volunteers and staff members; and all those who donated. The greenhouse will support Audubon’s growing plant propagation efforts for children, families, and many others. Check it out this December and see what native plants are sprouting!

Audubon Arizona Events

Saturdays, 8 a.m.: Morning Bird Walk

Dec. 9: Arizona Animal Encounters

Dec. 9: Christmas Bird Count Training

Dec. 14: Start of the Christmas Bird Count, statewide

Dec. 21: Birds n’ Beer: The 12 Birds–and Beers!–of Christmas

Dec. 23-27: The Rio Salado Audubon Center will be closed

Jan. 3: Christmas Bird Count, Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch

Jan. 13: Potluck & Presentation, Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch
View upcoming events flyer

Volunteer Opportunities

Events:
(2 volunteers needed per event)
Phoenix Volunteer Fair: Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
OdySea Conservation Expo: Jan. 13, 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. (Shift 1) and 12–3 p.m. (Shift 2)
Black Canyon Heritage Park Winterfest: Jan. 27, 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m

Projects:
American Kestrel Nest Monitoring
Buffelgrass Removal
Raffle Ticket Data Entry
Enchanted Trail Survey Data Entry
River Pathways Survey Assistance

Continuous Opportunities:
Grades K–8 Field Trip Leader
Grades 9–12 Field Trip Leader
Visitor Experience Volunteer
Finance Assistant
Fundraising and Development Assistant

Contact Alysse if you are interested in any volunteer opportunities.
Apply to become an Audubon Arizona volunteer

The following listed Audubon Arizona Events are located at the Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center in Phoenix unless otherwise noted.

Volunteer of the Month: Craig Anderson

Craig embodies Audubon’s mission to protect birds and the places they need. His passion for Audubon is apparent and infectious. He dedicated 2016 to raising awareness about Arizona’s Important Bird Areas and leads the night hike at Enchanted Trail every year. He is skilled in educating the community and generating interest in caring for nature. Craig is an integral member of the team and has made a lasting impact on Audubon!

To sign up for a volunteer position or RSVP for an orientation, contact Volunteer Coordinator Alysse Lerager or call 602-468-6470, ext. 110.

Donate to Audubon Arizona

View November’s Newsletter
Audubon Arizona newsletter editor: Morgan Moore

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