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In 2016 we have made many strides for New York State birds and conservation. Read about our most recent efforts and achievements below. Thank you for being part of our success. Donate >

Audubon New York is your leader on critical statewide conservation issues. Since the beginning of December we have made tremendous progress on the items below, and with your support we can continue the momentum into 2017.

  • Secured significant state funding to revitalize our signature Long Island facility, the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center as a true hub of shorebird conservation and coastal community engagement.
     
  • Protected the Great Lakes’ ecosystem and vitality of Lake Ontario for the benefit of birds, wildlife, and people through our advocacy on behalf of Plan 2014.
     
  • Activated our network to recommend the United States Coast Guard protect the Hudson River from potential irreparable damage from increased barge traffic and oil storage carries.
     
  • Urged New York State to ensure the protection of Boreas Ponds, the latest acquired tract in the Adirondack Park, with a Wilderness designation.
     
  • Submitted recommendations to Governor Andrew Cuomo on the 2017 New York State budget in support of statewide environmental conservation priorities.

Science shows that where birds thrive, people prosper and we are honored that you trust us to represent you, the birds, and wildlife, in the communities you care about most.

By working together, we will continue our success into the new year.

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A.G. Schneiderman Applauds Assembly Passage of First in the Nation Ban on Plastic Microbeads in Commonly Used Cosmetics

— Microbead-Free Waters Act bans plastic beads used In facial scrubs, shampoos and toothpaste found at high levels in Lake Erie, microbeads pollute New York waters and pose emerging threat to wildlife, public health
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New Yorkers Thank President for Investment in Great Lakes Restoration

— GLRI funding has supported dozens of projects, yielding millions in economic returns
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Environmental Protection Fund Celebrates 20 Years of Success

— Audubon applauds critical investments that protect State’s environment and build its economy
Audubon New York Honors Commissioner Martens and Applied Ecological Services with Annual Conservation Awards
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Audubon New York Honors Commissioner Martens and Applied Ecological Services with Annual Conservation Awards

— Honorees Recognized for Supporting Innovative Education Programs & Advancing Critical Environmental Restoration Projects in Montezuma Wetlands
Local Students Work to Protect Migrating Birds
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Local Students Work to Protect Migrating Birds

— Audubon New York unveils Chimney Swift Towers constructed in City Parks with help of area schools.
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Beach-Goers Reminded to ‘Be A Good Egg!’

— Audubon Launches New Regional Initiative to Protect Beach-Nesting Birds; School Children Unveil Handmade Signs to Remind Residents to ‘Share the Beach.’
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Commissioner Rose Harvey and State Council of Parks Chair Lucy Waletzky Awarded Audubon New York’s Prestigious William Hoyt Environmental Excellence Award

— Recognized for leadership in revitalizing State Parks; fostering public-private partnerships to enhance habitat