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'Be a Good Egg' Press Conference with the Town of Hempstead Supervisor, Kate Murray. Photo: Lauren Audi

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Audubon Celebrates "Share The Shore" Award Winners
Coasts

Audubon Celebrates "Share The Shore" Award Winners

Vulnerable beach-nesting birds don’t just need our help, they need an award-worthy commitment.

Budget Will Fund New York State Birding Trail and Reauthorize the Bond Act
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Budget Will Fund New York State Birding Trail and Reauthorize the Bond Act

April 7, 2021 — The Restore Mother Nature Bond Act, paired with historic funding levels for the Environmental Protection Fund, will enable us to substantially invest in safe recreation, clean air and water, and healthy habitats our birds need.
Long Island Marsh Site Selected for Urgent Restoration
Coasts

Long Island Marsh Site Selected for Urgent Restoration

Sunken Meadow State Park has the potential to support declining Saltmarsh Sparrows, in danger of extinction due to sea level rise.

How Many Birds Will You Find During This Year's Great Backyard Bird Count?
Birding

How Many Birds Will You Find During This Year's Great Backyard Bird Count?

Annual worldwide birdwatching event runs from February 12 to 15, 2021.

Cuomo's 2021 Budget Proposal Delivers for the Environment
Advocacy

Cuomo's 2021 Budget Proposal Delivers for the Environment

As New Yorkers rediscover the joy of birds and the outdoors, the Governor unveils a strong environmental agenda.

Delaware River Watershed Sees Growing Congressional Support, Spelling Hope for Birds
Advocacy

Delaware River Watershed Sees Growing Congressional Support, Spelling Hope for Birds

In the final days of 2020, Congress boosted funding for the crucial Delaware River Basin Restoration Program and critical regional conservation efforts.

Audubon New York Statement on Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2021 State of the State Address
Advocacy

Audubon New York Statement on Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2021 State of the State Address

Green investments rooted in renewable energy and workforce training will jumpstart the post-COVID economy.

Audubon: “History — and we — will hold responsible the elected officials who have promoted the assault on our democracy.”
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Audubon: “History — and we — will hold responsible the elected officials who have promoted the assault on our democracy.”

Statement from David Yarnold, president and CEO of the National Audubon Society:

Unprecedented Rollback of Bird Protections Cemented in Administration’s Final Days
Advocacy

Unprecedented Rollback of Bird Protections Cemented in Administration’s Final Days

Finalized bird-killer policy sidesteps the courts in a clear attempt to hamstring incoming administration from being able to protect birds.

Plum Island Auction Off Table as Congress Repeals Sale Laws
Advocacy

Plum Island Auction Off Table as Congress Repeals Sale Laws

After eight years of advocacy, the path is finally open for permanent protection of this unique place and its critical habitats for endangered wildlife.