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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.

Latest News & Updates

Audubon New York Selects Erin Crotty as New Executive Director
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Audubon New York Selects Erin Crotty as New Executive Director

— Former DEC Commissioner becomes first woman to lead NY’s largest bird conservation organization
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Testimony of Sean Mahar Director of Government Relations, Audubon New York Before the Joint Legislative Hearings on the New York State Budget

— Sean Mahar, Audubon New York’s Director of Government Relations and Communications testified before the Joint Legislative Hearings on the New York State Budget on February 4, 2013. “Governor Andrew Cuomo once again recognized the important role environmental investments play in the state’s economic recovery. In particular, his budget proposal increases funding for the Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) to $153 million, an provides continued funding for fixing state parks infrastructure. His added focus on spurring the transition to a clean energy economy though new investments in renewable energy and sustainability programs is an essential step to combating the threat of climate change head on, and we urge the legislature to support this proposal.”
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Audubon New York Statement on FY 2013-2014 Executive Budget

— Applauds strong investments in the Environmental Protection Fund, continued upgrades to State Parks Infrastructure, and natural infrastructure mitigation funding for Hurricane Sandy recovery
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Audubon New York Statement on Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2013 State of the State Address

— New Initiatives to Improve Coastal Resilience, address Sea Level Rise, and Protect Natural Resources welcomed; will position New York as a National Leader in Storm Recovery Urges continued New York Works Investment in State Parks, Water Infrastructure, and Environmental Protection Fund
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Audubon Applauds new DEC funding for private landowners

— New Incentives Critical to Protecting Habitat for Declining Birds
AUDUBON HONORS TWO CONSERVATION CHAMPIONS NOVEMBER 7
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AUDUBON HONORS TWO CONSERVATION CHAMPIONS NOVEMBER 7

— Margot Ernst and Virginia Stowe recognized for environmental leadership, Annual luncheon to include l memorial tribute to award's namesake Thomas W. Keesee, J
Bird Mom Awards: The Good, the Bad, and the Just Plain Weird
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Bird Mom Awards: The Good, the Bad, and the Just Plain Weird

Here's to the mothers that keep it together, no matter how wild things get.