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
BIRD SEED FUNDRAISER
AAS partners with Davis Country Living - Mechanicsburg Agway to offer bird seed at a discounted price for November.
Birdseed purchases help us raise the funds we need for local education and conservation programs.
New Event
New Event
Move Past Plastic (MPP) invites you to the following:
WHAT: A Community-driven Framework for Assessing Health/Environmental Risk in the Conodoguinet Creek Watershed
WHEN: November 18, 2024, from 10 to 12 pm EST.
WHERE: Penn State Extension Bldg., Room B, 310 Allen Rd., Carlisle, PA 17013, or virtually via Zoom.
This project is a collaboration with AGU Thriving Earth Exchange. It aims to protect the Conodoguinet Creek watershed by collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources to assess environmental risks and impacts, contribute to environmental education, and raise community awareness.
The Creek Defenders Pollution Report Form & Map will be presented and reviewed, along with initial observations. We will review the design of the health risk model.
We would love for you to attend to ask questions and share your insights.
Representatives from watershed organizations, USGS, Stroud and Cumberland Conservation Districts, and Penn State University will be present. Contact us if you have any questions or would like to participate.
New Event
Move Past Plastic (MPP) invites you to the following:
WHAT: Angler Creek Defenders watershed education and outreach event
WHEN: Saturday, December 7th, 2024, from 1 to 4 PM EST.
WHERE: Le Tort Park, 260 E Pomfret St., Carlisle, PA 17013, at the pavilion
Move Past Plastic is organizing an Angler Creek Defenders, an environmental education outing where we will present the Penn State Extension’s First Investigation of Stream Health (FISH) Protocol for assessing stream health, talk about some of the pollutants found in the fish of Conodoguinet Creek, Creek Defenders Pollution Report form, and the draft of an angler environmental health survey.
The angler community is uniquely connected to the environment and has a wealth of knowledge and interest in the conditions and issues affecting their streams. We aim to connect anglers with tools and techniques for observing and caring for our watersheds. Most importantly, we want to hear your input and encourage your active participation in supporting environmental stewardship efforts.
Youth Events
Youth Events listed at AAS Youth Events.
Sat, Nov 9, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm - Hawk Watch at Waggoners Gap - Registration Required: For more information contact Anna at youth@appalachianaudubon.org
Sat, Jan 11, 8:00am - 10:00am - Winter Birding at Wildwood Park
MONTHLY Presentations
Please check out our programs page for more details.
November 21, 2024 - HUMMINGBIRDS: JEWELS OF THE AIR
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!)
January 17, 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.
Saturday 11/16/24 - BIRDING ON THE GREENBELT
Sunday 11/17/24 - FIELD TRIP TO EASTERN NECK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
AAS holds a Native Plant Sale at Diakon Wilderness Greenhouse every April/May and September
This Season Native Plant Sales are on September 28, 2024 & 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.
Next Deadline: 8PM, Monday, Oct 28th.
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!