Audubon New York in the News

Statewide conservation highlights

Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary

One of 22 state agencies of the National Audubon Society, Audubon New York is a leading conservation organization within New York State. Our vast network of more than 50,000 members and 27 affiliated chapters uniquely positions us to address conservation through a suite of science, education, advocacy, and grassroots programs. The articles below are a sampling of our work and progress from around the state.

Top Stories

Coastal erosion in the spotlight at Audubon Society climate conference
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Coastal erosion in the spotlight at Audubon Society climate conference

The goal of the conference was to educate people on how they could take action in their communities to mitigate issues such as sea level rise and stronger, more intense storms, one official said.

25 Years at Constitution Marsh
Centers, Sanctuaries, & Chapters

25 Years at Constitution Marsh

Longtime director (and photographer) Eric Lind moving on

State Parks Announces Endangered Great Lakes Piping Plover has 100% Success on Eastern Shores of Lake Ontario for First Time in 30 years
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State Parks Announces Endangered Great Lakes Piping Plover has 100% Success on Eastern Shores of Lake Ontario for First Time in 30 years

Piping Plovers return and have success nesting on Great Lakes' shores, with four chicks fledged.

Erin McGrath on President Trump’s MBTA decision
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Erin McGrath on President Trump’s MBTA decision

Audubon New York's Policy Manager speaks out about the MBTA rollback and action taken by NYS.

Onondaga Lake Paddling
Onondaga Lake Conservation Corps

Onondaga Lake Paddling

Bringing boating back to Onondaga Lake

Hempstead Town's efforts to protect piping plovers pay off, officials say
Coasts

Hempstead Town's efforts to protect piping plovers pay off, officials say

The sand-colored birds are considered endangered in New York and have been protected through the federal Endangered Species Act since 1986.

Bird Watching 101: A Guide for Beginners
Birding

Bird Watching 101: A Guide for Beginners

A fun and rewarding pastime- here's how to get started birding!

Hempstead Town Launches Awareness Campaign To Protect Endangered Species With Students And Conservationists
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Hempstead Town Launches Awareness Campaign To Protect Endangered Species With Students And Conservationists

Students' artwork will remind beach-goers to 'Share the Shore' with nesting birds.

Domtar & AFF Announce Partnership for Forest Conservation and Bird Habitat
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Domtar & AFF Announce Partnership for Forest Conservation and Bird Habitat

Paper and pulp manufacturer and forest conservation non-profit to assist private woodland owners in forest stewardship for at-risk bird species

DEC Announces 2018 I Bird NY Challenges
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DEC Announces 2018 I Bird NY Challenges

I Bird NY Engages New Yorkers of All Ages and Abilities in Beginning Birding