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.
September 2024 Outings
Bring binoculars and wear outdoor clothing suitable for the weather forecast. Our outings are free for members and the public. (We may have binoculars to loan for your outing.)
Thursday, September 12, 2024, 8:30-10:30 AM
Foothill Regional Park
1351 Arata Lane, Windsor
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Take Hwy #101 North, take Arata Lane exit, Windsor. Turn right, go 1.3 miles. The park will be on the left. Park permit is required, or park along the street. We will meet near the restrooms. It has gentle hills to walk up and ponds to explore. Info: (707) 480-3432
Thursday, September 26, 2024, 8:30-10:30 AM
Spring Lake Regional Park, Santa Rosa
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Take Newanga Ave., off Summerfield Rd. Meet at the south park restrooms. Parking permit is required. We will walk down to the lake and around to the Fisherman’s Trail. Info: (707) 480-3432.
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.
Field Trips
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Guest Speakers
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Junior Audubon
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About Us
We promote public education, enjoyment, study and protection of the natural world, especially birds.
Birds
Local Hotspots | Christmas Bird Count (CBC) | Sonoma County Breeding Bird Atlas | Attracting Birds | Bird Pins | Bird Art | Photo Gallery
Conservation
Petitions | Meetings | Citizen Science | News | Bird Safety | West 9th Street Heronry | Renewable Energy | Climate Change
Activities
Christmas Bird Count (CBC) | Sonoma County Breeding Bird Atlas | Bird-A-Thon | Junior Audubon | Mayacamas Sanctuary | Lincoln School Bird Festival | Volunteer Opportunities
Committees
Education | Stewardship Task Force | Mayacamas Sanctuary
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Benefits of Membership | Printable Membership Form [126KB PDF]
The success of Madrone Audubon depends greatly on the generosity of our chapter-only members.Links
An extensive listing of local, state, and national bird-related resources.
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New Items
Important Info for Jan. 1 CBC Team Leaders here.
August 23, 2017: Congressman Huffman forum on Marine Sanctuaries
New Citizen Science Opportunities!
It's Nesting Season: trim trees in the Fall!.
Amazon Smile: donate to Madrone when you shop
Birding Quiz - test your skills.
Leaves Newsletter
Carved Bird Pins
In the 1970s, member Tom Olds hand-carved bird pins and sold them to raise money for Madrone Audubon. More