National Audubon Society

NEWSLETTER July 30, 2020

It's Time To Make A Splash

Did you know that a birdbath can attract many species of birds during our summer dry periods? When we have stretches of dry weather, you can support the birds of your area by keeping a well-maintained birdbath in your yard. To keep your birdbath fresh, just rinse and scrub it with nine parts water, one part vinegar. Skip the synthetic soaps and cleansers; they can strip the essential oils off of bird feathers and make sure to refill the water every other day to keep it from bugging up.
Read more on how to properly maintain a birdbath.

American Robin photo by Rosemary Gillan

TONIGHT! J.R Harris | Way Out There

Thursday, July 30
6:30pm-7:45pm
All ages
Live Stream
Free

It all began in 1966 when, as a young New Yorker, he impulsively drives his VW Beetle across the country to the very end of the northernmost road in Alaska, searching for an answer to a simple question: What is it like to be way out there? His book ‘Way Out There’ is an account of his exploits while backpacking in some of the most rugged and remote places on earth. After more than a half-century of wilderness travel, he has plenty of tales to tell. J.R.’s stories are, at times, informative, humorous, tragic, unusual, and uplifting. He is an audaciously inquisitive guy who revels in exploring not just the edges of the world, but also the edges of his comfort zone.

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THIS WEEKEND!! Youth Environmental Summit 2020

Thursday, August 1 & 2
All-day
Live Stream
Free

In August, students from around the United States will convene online in Audubon’s inaugural Youth Environmental Summit. The goal is to inspire young environmental leaders to take action on environmental issues and send a strong message to local/national political leaders that addressing climate change is a key issue ahead of the 2020 election. Student leaders from across the country will receive training and tools to mobilize advocates on campuses, in their communities, and virtually in the fall.

Learn more and register

Photo by Luke Franke

Summer Adventures For Kids

We want to entice kids to explore nature in their neighborhood and around the city. In this summer of COVID Seward Park Audubon will introduce Camp Kits that provide tools and activities to encourage discovery of the natural world. These kits are designed for kids to use anytime and include activities kids can do again and again.

Find details here

Seattle Urban Carnivore Project | Wildlife in Seattle

Thursday, August 13
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Live Stream
Free

Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle University have launched a new project to explore how mammalian carnivores, such as coyotes, foxes, raccoons, bobcats, and even cougars and bears live and interact with people across urban and suburban areas in the Seattle region. Increasing contact between humans and carnivores potentially leads to more human-carnivore interactions and increased concerns about risks to humans, whether real or perceived. The continued survival of urban carnivore populations, as well as a sense of security for the public, requires an increased understanding of and coexistence with these species. Katie Remine (Woodland Park Zoo), Mark Jordan (Seattle University), and Robert Long (Woodland Park Zoo) share insights from their research on our urban carnivores.

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Here's Your Second Chance

So many authors, researchers, artists, and newsmakers have shared time with our community to broaden our knowledge and offer new perspectives. In case you missed them or would like to rewatch and share these programs, we have created a space to enjoy them again. Our most recent programs can online at our Presentation Rewatch. There’s no charge to enjoy these programs that help us understand and enjoy the natural world.

Visit Seward Park Presentation Rewind

Lila Westreich and Thuy Luu deliver Science, Nature & A Biscuit

Seward Park Audubon Center Temporary Closure

In order to protect the health and well-being of our staff, volunteers, and visitors and to help stop the spread of COVID-19, we are closing the Seward Park Audubon Center until late July.

If you are stuck indoors and need a birdy distraction here is a beautiful page filled with Audubon’s favorite bird photos, videos, and stories.

Thank you all for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you vibrant and healthy once this crisis has come to an end.

Joey Manson, Director
Seward Park Audubon Center

Downey Woodpecker photo by Mick Thompson

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