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.

October & November 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, October 10, Crane Creek Regional Park, Sant a Rosa, 8:30-10:30 AM
5000 Pressley Road, off Petaluma Hill Road Rohnert Park.
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Parking permit required. Mostly level dirt trails with some uneven surfaces. Info: 707 480-3432.

Saturday, October 19, Spring Lake Regional Park, Santa Rosa, 8:30-11:00 AM
Channel Drive & Violetti Road Entrance
Leader: Linda Fraley
Park in large lot opposite Swim Lagoon.. We will walk to North Pennisula and return. Parking Permit required (may pay at entrance kiosk). For questions call 559-779-5211.

Thursday, October 24, Riverfront Regional Park. Windsor. 8:30-10:30 AM
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Take US 101 North to Old Redwood Highway exit 498, left onto Windsor River Road. Proceed to Eastside Road, turn left go about 2 miles. Park permit is required. We will meet near the Redwood grove/restrooms. The trails are all level. Info: 707 480-3432.

Saturday, November 2., Ellis Creek Ponds, Petaluma 8:00-10:00 AM
3890 Cypress Drive
Leader: Linda Fraly
Take Highway 101 to Petaluma. Go East on 116 (Lakeville Highway). Turn right (south) on S. McDowell Blvd. Turn right on Cypress Drive. Go to the end of the road and through gates. Meet near the restrooms. Info: (559) 779-5211.

Thursday.. November , 14, Bodega Bay, 8:30-10:30 AM
Leader: Janet Bosshard
We will meet at Doran Beach (Regional Park). Park pass is required. Meet in the second lot on the let with the cement restrooms. We will walk the Bird Trail and check out Doran Beach area. Moderate rain will cancel. It can be windy, so layer up to keep warm. Info: 707 526-5883.

NOTE: There will be no outing on the fourth Thursday, November 28th.

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.