Audubon Washington

Protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow

Mountain Bluebird. Photo: Debbie Tubridy

Audubon Washington is a field office of the National Audubon Society. Our mission is to protect birds and the places they need by using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Nature centers, chapters, and partners give Audubon Washington an unparalleled wingspan that reaches over 50,000 people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. 

We do this work because we understand the importance of nature and natural systems in our lives--for our economic well-being, for our enjoyment, and for ethical and spiritual benefits. We are organized as a network of chapters that collectively engage people in learning about birds, caring about and for birds, and taking action to save birds and the places they need now and in the future. We focus our work on four strategies: Coasts, Climate, Working lands, and Bird-Friendly Communities, because we know that when you focus on protecting the birds, you end up protecting the earth. 

Puget Sound Conservation
Coasts

Coasts

Audubon’s Coasts Initiative takes a full life-cycle approach to the conservation of coastal birds.

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Climate Change
Climate

Climate Change

Our climate work is informed by science and powered by people

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Sagelands Program
Working Lands

Sagelands Program

Monitoring and preserving Washington's shrub-steppe ecosystem.

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Building Bird Friendly Communities
Bird-Friendly Communities

Building Bird Friendly Communities

Connecting people with nature to create safe places where birds and people prosper.

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Seward Park Audubon Center
Chapters & Centers

Seward Park Audubon Center

Engaging children and families with nature in their community

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Recent News

November election did not temper voters' taste for climate action
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November election did not temper voters' taste for climate action

On the same day that Governor Inslee announced his bold climate priorities agenda for the 2019 legislative session, newly published exit polling from this November’s election shows that a large majority of Washington voters want climate action.

Audubon Washington Leads Advocacy for Climate Action in 2019 State Legislature
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Audubon Washington Leads Advocacy for Climate Action in 2019 State Legislature

— Supports 100 percent clean energy by mid-century through a 100% Clean Electricity Standard, a Clean Fuel Standard, and Enhanced Building Efficiency Standards.
Audubon Washington Champions Climate Action Despite Defeat of I-1631
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Audubon Washington Champions Climate Action Despite Defeat of I-1631

— Washington ballot initiative to enact emissions fee on the largest emitters of carbon is blocked by record-setting opposition campaign led by Big Oil.
Audubon Doubles Down on Support for Initiative 1631
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Audubon Doubles Down on Support for Initiative 1631

The voters of Washington State are poised to make history by embracing one of the strongest climate policies in the nation.

5 Fire Tips for Birding in Sage Country
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5 Fire Tips for Birding in Sage Country

Things every birder can do to protect our fragile landscape in the summer fire season.

Effective July 1, 2018: Higher CGA Rates Can Benefit Your Family and Birds
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Effective July 1, 2018: Higher CGA Rates Can Benefit Your Family and Birds

— Higher rates for Charitable Gift Annuities have taken effect, sparking a win-win for donors and charities
Audubon Endorses I-1631
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Audubon Endorses I-1631

Audubon Washington firmly believes that we need to take action now to address our changing climate.

Capturing the moment at Seward Park Audubon Center
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Capturing the Moment at Seward Park Audubon Center

Bird enthusiasts had the chance to try high-end camera and printing equipment, receive in-depth tutorials, and enjoy a local falconer at recent photography-themed events.

That’s a Wrap: Sagebrush Songbird Survey Marks Fifth Year
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That’s a Wrap: Sagebrush Songbird Survey Marks Fifth Year

The Sagebrush Songbird Survey just completed another successful year! Data used from the multi-year, million-acre survey will help inform large-scale conservation projects.

Audubon Washington Supports Initiative 1631
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Audubon Washington Supports Initiative 1631

— Organization stands firm in its resolve to support swift and effective climate action.

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