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October 2018

Cactus Wren, Arizona's state bird. Photo: Tom Ingram/Audubon Photography Awards

On September 17, Audubon celebrated the Year of the Bird in Arizona after the Governor signed a proclamation. The announcement celebrates native and migratory birds making their way through Arizona and the Grand Canyon State’s remarkable landscapes and water resources that support them. The proclamation notes Arizona’s critical river habitats that provide for “migrating and resident birds, as well as sustain economies and livelihoods.” Read more about the proclamation.

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Enchanted Trail, This Friday and Saturday!

Enchanted Trail (Sendero Encantado), our annual bilingual fall festival, runs this Friday and Saturday, October 5 and 6, 5:30–8 p.m. The “nature by night” festival teaches children and adults about Arizona's nocturnal wildlife through a scavenger hunt and several other fun activities.

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Enchanted Trail is supported by Arizona Rock Products Association, Ballard Spahr, CopperPoint Insurance, GateWay Community College, Gila River Sand & Gravel, Merestone, Salt River Materials Group, and SRP.

A Ridgway's Rail walks in shallow water.

Ridgway's Rail. Photo: Mick Thompson

Audubon Arizona in the News

Western Rivers Action Network – Lake Mead Levels Dropping
Lake Mead is 57% likely to reach a Tier-1 level shortage by 2020.
Shortage on the Colorado River is Imminent
Arizona may bear the brunt of Colorado River shortages under current rules.
10 Things to Know About Arizona’s Groundwater Management Act
Why protecting groundwater is important for people and birds.
Verde River Yellow-billed Cuckoo Surveys
Cuckoos weren’t the only finding at the Upper Verde Wildlife Management Area IBA.
Successful Restoration on the Agua Fria River (Sonoran Joint Venture)
Audubon reflects on the river’s restoration and what birds can be found there now.

Audubon now has a Western Water page!
Find all of Arizona’s water news here and understand the tie between water, the west, and birds.

Audubon Arizona Events

Oct. 5–6: Enchanted Trail/Sendero Encantado

Oct. 13: Potluck and Presentation – Stargazing and Astronomy, Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch

Oct. 13: Arizona Animal Encounters

Oct. 18: Birds n’ Beer: Best Birding Bets – Where & When to See Amazing Local Species, sponsored by Jay’s Bird Barn

Oct. 18: Free Optics Workshop, provided by Jay’s Bird Barn

Oct. 20: Conservation Workday – Pollinator Garden

Saturdays, starting Oct. 13: Morning Bird Walk

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Partner and Chapter Events

Oct. 1–24: Wild Bird Photography Exhibition at Jay’s Bird Barn, Flagstaff and Sedona

Oct. 5–7: REI Fall Family Campout at the Grand Canyon

Oct. 6: National Public Lands Day, Black Canyon Heritage Park

Oct. 26 – 27: Anniversary Celebration at Jay’s Bird Barn, Flagstaff and Sedona

Nov. 3: Tucson Audubon’s 10^th Annual Fly! Gala, Tucson

View our list of chapters to find an event at your local center.

Teens look out at the Salt River with their binoculars.

Educators, Book Your Trips Today!

Nature in Your Neighborhood Field Trips
Grades K–8 | $5 per student, $3 per chaperone

Urban Hummingbird In-Class Presentations
Grades K–8 | $100 or FREE with a booked field trip

Downtown Owls In-Class Presentations
Grades 4–6 | $100 or FREE with a booked field trip

River Pathways Field Trips and Internships
Grades 9–12 | FREE (transportation costs vary) | internship opportunities

Information on programs for grades K–8
Information on programs for grades 9–12

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Audubon Arizona newsletter editor: Morgan Moore

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