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November 2018

Greater Roadrunner. Photo: Lillian Beasley/Audubon Photography Awards

This Fall, Make a Difference for the Birds

Your vote as an Auduboner has become even more important because of the values for which Audubon stands. For 115 years, we have lived America’s shared ethic: gathering freely to share the joy birds bring and taking action across political boundaries.

We want to help make voting easier on November 6: check your registration status, confirm your polling location, and ask your friends and family to pledge to vote for the birds.

You can also make a difference while getting outside and enjoying the weather:

Audubon’s new Garden Club begins Nov. 9, with new planting projects every month.
Join us Dec. 1 on a special workday at Black Canyon Heritage Park to complete a new trail and install native plants.
And lastly, mark your calendars for the start of the Christmas Bird Count on Dec. 14 through Jan. 5. We’re hosting a free training on Dec. 8 to get you prepared!

Email Cathy Wise if you’re interested in any of the above. Or, read more and sign up for these opportunities here.

Burrowing Owl. Photo: Dejeanne Doublet

Audubon Arizona in the News

City of Phoenix Declares 2018 Year of the Bird
The declaration celebrates native and migratory birds making their way through Phoenix and the remarkable landscapes and water resources that support them.
Western Rivers Action Network – Arizona’s Water Future Doesn’t Have to be a Scary One for Birds
Recent meetings suggest both risks and progress for the future of Arizona’s rivers.
Winter Burrowing Owl Releases
After new data, help is needed to relocate owls this season.

Photo: Chantal Duquette/Audubon

Nature in Your Neighborhood Opportunities

New and continued support for Nature in Your Neighborhood has opened up opportunities for students and educators alike. Downtown Owls and Urban Hummingbird in-class presentations are both free for any interested classroom! Email Emily Martell to schedule a free presentation today.

Audubon’s suite of education programs aims to transform the nature education experience from linear and short-term, to a multifaceted and versatile program empowering youth to take up leadership roles.

Audubon Arizona Events

Saturdays at 9 a.m.: Morning Bird Walk

Nov. 9: Garden Club Workday

Nov. 10: Arizona Animal Encounters

Nov. 10: Potluck & Presentation – History of the Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch, Elgin

Nov. 15: Birds n’ Beer: Why Yellow? A Look Into the Color of Birds

Nov. 17: Conservation Workday: Burrowing Owl Burrow Installation

Dec. 1: Conservation Workday: Bird-Friendly Garden and Trail Installation, Black Canyon Heritage Park

Dec. 6: Webinar – Raise the River: Binational Collaboration on the Colorado River

View upcoming events flyer

Partner and Chapter Events

Nov. 3: Desert Rivers Audubon’s Annual Tour de Bird

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

Nov. 6: Liberty Wildlife’s Free Movie Night

Dec. 8: Christmas Bird Count Training, sponsored by Arizona Field Ornithologists

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

People walking into a colorfully lit cave.

Thanks for Bringing Enchantment to Audubon!

Our most successful Enchanted Trail/Sendero Encantado so far ran on October 5 and 6. Thousands of children and families explored nature by night–witnessing the wonders of coyotes, owls, bats, snakes, and many nocturnal creatures. This was made possible by Merestone, the Michael P. Goodman Foundation, CopperPoint Insurance, Ballard Spahr, Arizona Rock Products Association, Gila River Sand & Gravel, Salt River Materials Group, and GateWay Community College. Thank you!

Support Us Today

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Audubon Arizona newsletter editor: Morgan Moore

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(602) 468-6470 az.audubon.org

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