Welcome to the Madrone Audubon Society

The Sonoma County Chapter of the National Audubon Society was established in 1967 as a non-profit organization promoting education, enjoyment, and protection of the natural world, especially birds.

December 2024 – January 2025 Outings

Bring binoculars and wear outdoor clothing suitable for early morning weather. Our outings are free for members and the public. (We may have binoculars to loan for your outing.)

Thursday, December 12, 2024, 8:30-10:30 AM
Ragle Ranch Regional Park
500 Ragle Road, Sebastopol
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Parking permit is required. We will meet back by the restrooms and dog park. Watch the weather, dress accordingly. Could be foggy or cold, Sonoma County weather is variable. Moderate to heavy rain, the walk will be cancelled. Info: (707) 480-3432.

Sunday, December 29, 2024 – All Day
West Sonoma County Christmas Bird Count
For info: cgrabill@gmail.com or johnlunchbag@gmail.com
4:30-7:30 p.m. – Post CBC simple, nutritious dinner & gathering, Sebastopol Community Cultural Center, 390 Morris Street, Sebastopol. $5-10 donation requested, not required. All members welcomed. Teams will report highlights of their day. Volunteers to help with dinner needed. Text or call 707-241-5548 (4 p.m. to 8 p.m. latest).

Thursday, January 9, 2025, 8:30-10:30 AM
Ellis Creek Ponds
3890 Cypress Drive, Petaluma
Leader: Janet Bosshard
From Hwy 101 south, get off at Hwy 116, left on Lakeville Hwy. Turn right on S. McDowell Blvd. Ext, right on Cypress Drive and follow to end through the gates. Park near the restrooms. Watch the weather. Be prepared for chilly, breezy conditions. Rain will cancel. Info: (707) 480-3432.

Saturday, January 18, 2025, 8:30-10:30 AM
Ellis Creek Ponds
3890 Cypress Drive, Petaluma
Leader: Linda Fraley
Take Highway 101 to Petaluma. Go East on 116 (Lakeville Highway). Turn right (south) on S. McDowell Blvd ext. Turn right on Cypress Drive. Go to the end of the road and through gates. Meet near restrooms. Info: (559) 779-5211. Rain cancels.

Thursday, January 23, 2025, 8:30-10:30 AM
Laguna de Santa Rosa Trail
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Meet in the parking lot off Hwy #12, before the gas station coming from the east. Dress for Sonoma County weather conditions. We will follow the paved trail and possibly the dirt channel trail, weather and muddy dependent. Info: (707) 480-3432. Rain will cancel the walk.

Current Intern Opportunities for SSU Students

Madrone Audubon Society is a 501c3 nonprofit conservation organization, based in Santa Rosa. Madrone Audubon is also the Sonoma County Chapter of National Audubon and enjoys a total membership of close to 3,000. Our organization engages in education and appreciation of birds and wildlife in our amazing habitats here in Sonoma County as well as focuses on many conservation actions to protect and enhance our environment. For more information click here.