President's Corner
Prothonotary Warbler, David Sloas/Audubon Photography Awards
As you read this, more than three billion birds are preparing to migrate into or through the United States. Some species, such as Ospreys, have already returned to their warm-weather homes in Virginia. Others, including the much-loved warblers, will be arriving from mid-April through mid-May as they make their way to their breeding grounds.
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Deadline for Youth Education Mini-Grant is TODAY!
Youth nature drawing at Huntley Meadows, Margaret Wohler
The ASNV Youth Education Committee is pleased to offer three mini-grants of up to $500 each for 2022. Read on to find out how to apply.
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ASNV Awards Two Hog Island Scholarships
Hog Island Sunrise, Gretchen Linton
Every year, ASNV awards a scholarship to “Sharing Nature: An Educator’s Week” at Hog Island Audubon coastal Maine. Read about this year's winners.
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Calling All Birders!
Camilla Ceria
It's time to get ready for Birdathon 2022! Last year’s winning team saw 89 species in 24 hours! Wow! Can you beat it? Find out how to register your team here.
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Help Our Migrating Birds
Black-throated Blue Warbler, Matt Felperin
Peak songbird migration in our area is mid-April to mid-May. Now is a good time to take extra steps to greet our migrants by making our homes and neighborhoods a little safer for them, helping them avoid window collisions and exhaustion.
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Do You Have a Scope to Donate?
White-cheeked Pintail, Lorraine Minns/APA
The Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust is looking for a telescope to use for bird counts and surveys.
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Bald Eagles Thriving but Face Challenges
Bald Eagle, Deborah Smith/APA
In an article published in the March 10, 2022 Mount Vernon Gazette Newspapers, Glenda Booth reported on a presentation about the state of Bald Eagles in our region.
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Millions of Trees at Risk
Invasive vines envloping trees, Margaret Fisher
Northern Virginia’s oldest and best-loved trees are in danger, and the threat is in plain sight – and yet there are few who can see it.
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Upcoming Classes and Events
We have some exciting classes and events coming up, both virtually and in-person! Click any event to learn more and register. You can also check our calendar for our full schedule of events.
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Photographing and Viewing Wildlife: Gear, Tips and Ethics
Molly Riley
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Wildlife photographer, filmmaker, and Nikon Ambassador Kristi Odom will be joined by photographer Molly Riley to discuss all things related to bird photography, from lens and camera choices, to autofocus settings. They will not only talk about how to get great shots, but how to do so ethically. This talk is all about gear, behavior (the wildlife as well as our own), and respect.
When: April 14, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: ONLINE
Members: $10
Non-members: $20
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Introduction to Birding
Tina Dudley
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During the pandemic birding has taken off as a new hobby, especially with a younger crowd as a safe way to get some fresh air and exercise while looking at beautiful flying creatures. It appeals to extroverts and introverts alike. Birding is for everyone and there are many ways to “go birding.”
When: April 28, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: ONLINE
Fee: $10 members, $20 non-members
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Birding By Ear
Carolina Wren, David Smith/APA
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Did you know you don’t even need binoculars to explore the big world of birds? Often it is faster and easier to identify a bird by its song – if you know how to bird by ear. In this program, Colt will explain the many benefits of birding by ear and introduce some of the most common birds by their songs and calls. He will also share resources and apps to help you practice and improve your birding by ear skills.
When: Thursday, May 12, 2022 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: ONLINE
Fee: $10 members, $20 non-members
Registration coming soon!
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Madagascar: Exploring a Biodiversity Hotspot through its Lemurs and Birds
Collared Nightjars, Elizabeth Lyons
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In 2018, this mother-daughter scientist team explored many regions of Madagascar, from its spiny forests in the southwest, the high plateaus in the country’s center, and the mountainous forests of the northeast. Based on their first-hand experience with Madagascar as a biodiversity hotspot, they will focus on its famous lemurs, a group of primates found only in Madagascar, and its endemic birds.
When: Tuesday, May 17, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: ONLINE
Fee: FREE, but registration is required
Registration coming soon!
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Bird Walks
Birder, Camilla Cerea
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Check this page for upcoming walks. Registration is required for all walks!
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Observations from Meadowood
Mining Bee, Judy Gallagher
Judy Gallagher continues to survey Meadowood Recreation Area. Here are some findings from her most recent survey.
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Bird of the Month: Robin
Robin sp., Deidra Bryant
What do we call these birds that are definitely not robins but are well known as robins? Are they thrushes, are they chats? Does all of this really even matter?
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Monday Nature Mystery
Eastern Comma butterfly, Bob Blakney
Monday Nature Mystery continues! Read on to learn who correctly identified our last mystery and see what this week's mystery holds.
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Conservation Counts
Bald Eagle, Rusty Moran
Join Jim Waggener in his ongoing natural resource surveys at two of Northern Virginia's best birding spots. Surveys alternate between Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area on Mason Neck.
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E-Activist Network - Volunteers Needed
The National Audubon Society invites all Auduboners to join its e-activist network. When you subscribe to the Society’s newsletter, you'll receive alerts about important congressional actions and information about how you can affect legislation by contacting your members of Congress. https://www.audubon.org/
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