Our Purpose
As a chapter of the national Audubon Society, our purpose is to conduct education, science, and charitable activities to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats.
Appalachian Audubon Society News Alert
Current News
Lights Out Harrisburg starts on August 15th and runs through November 15th
Print out the following flyers and post them everywhere to spread the word and save as many birds as possible (and reduce electricity usage and cost at the same time). Additional info here.
We would like to ask our recipients to reach out if they are familiar with anyone on their township board who might be interested in pursuing Bird Town status. They can get in touch with Marla Miller or AAS President.
UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES
New Event(S)
December 12, 2024 - NEST TO NEST: THE FIRST YEAR OF THE THIRD PENNSYLVANIA BIRD ATLAS (Social Time is extended, starting at 6pm. There will be free bird-friendly coffee being served from Bantam Coffee Roasters and a silent auction of nature-themed and seasonal items!)
Get Your Coffee Orders to Lorrie. Send email to Coffee@appalachianaudubon.org - Next Deadline: 8PM, Sunday, Dec 29
You can pick up your Coffee Orders at Birds and Coffee Events at Wildwood Park's Olewine Nature Center between 10 AM - 11 AM on the second Saturday of each month .
December 14, 2024
January 11, 2025
Youth Events
Youth Events listed at AAS Youth Events.
Sat, Jan 11, 8:00am - 10:00am - Winter Birding at Wildwood Park
MONTHLY Presentations
Please check out our programs page for more details.
December 12, 2024 - NEST TO NEST: THE FIRST YEAR OF THE THIRD PENNSYLVANIA BIRD ATLAS (Social Time is extended, starting at 6pm. There will be free bird-friendly coffee being served from Bantam Coffee Roasters and a silent auction of nature-themed and seasonal items!)
January 16, 2025 - BIRDING PENNSYLVANIA’S STATE PARKS
February 20, 2025 - SMITHSONIAN BIRD FRIENDLY COFFEE AND COCOA: PROUDLY SERVING BIODIVERSITY
March 20, 2025 - VERNAL POND, THE MOST IMPORTANT EPHEMERAL HABITAT OF THE FOREST
April 17, 2025 - BIRDSONG
May 18, 2025 - Annual Picnic
Field Trips
Please check out our field trips page for more details.
AAS holds a Native Plant Sale at Diakon Wilderness Greenhouse every April/May and September
This Season Next Native Plant Sale is on May 3, 2025.
Plant Sale Volunteer Sign-up - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054AA5AB2DA7FE3-51489813-2024
PROJECT FEEDER WATCH
Please check out our events page for more details.
BIRD-FRIENDLY COFFEE AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL REQUEST
Choose from Regular OR Swiss Decaf, as well as Ground OR Whole Bean. Send orders to Lorrie at Coffee@appalachianaudubon.org.
Please check the most recent Kingfisher Courier for the next deadline for ordering.
FALCON WATCH
Every year Peregrine Falcon’s nest on the top of the Rachel Carson building in Harrisburg. Volunteers help watch and rescue any birds that fledge to ensure their safety.
Learn More and Watch the babies grow: PA Falcon Info
Birding in SouthCentral PA
New to birding or new to the area?
Find tips on bird identification, recommendations on where to find birds and learn more about birdability.
Bird with us
Find out about our open-to-the-public meetings, events, and field trips.
Conservation
Learn how to create bird-friendly habitat and about our local conservation projects.
Volunteer with us
Ready to join a great group of people? Tell us what you’re interested in and we’ll share a list of volunteer opportunities; even an hour of your time is helpful!