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Newsletter | March 2023
Willow Opponents Hope Court Battles Will Halt Massive Oil Project
Last week, the Department of the Interior approved the massive Willow oil project in Alaska's western Arctic. One of the approved drilling sites is within the Teshekpuk Lake Special Area, a globally important wetland habitat that has been protected for decades due to its ecological importance. Environmental groups are seeking an injunction to block work while lawsuits challenging the project are pending. Learn more ([link removed])
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Who Gets Harmed As the Colorado River Changes?
The laws, treaties, and regulations that apply to the Colorado River Basin are notoriously complex and difficult to change. With Audubon’s expertise in both Western water policy and conservation science, we are uniquely positioned to identify long-term water-management solutions that will secure a reliable water supply for people and birds throughout the West. In recognition of World Water Day, learn more about who will be affected by the looming water crisis in the Colorado River Basin. Keep reading ([link removed])
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The Bird Flu 411
The now-global strain of avian flu seems to be getting worse. As birds return from their migratory journeys this spring, scientists will be looking at whether the virus has changed genetically over the winter in ways that make it more or less dangerous. Learn about the outbreak’s history, scientists’ long-term concerns, and more. Read on ([link removed])
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Upcoming Events
*Wildlife Gardening Workshop: Intro ([link removed])
Patterson Park Audubon Center
Thursday, March 23, 2023 – 4 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. MT / 7 p.m. ET
* Virtual Crane Tour ([link removed])
Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary
Monday, March 27, 2023 – 5:30 p.m. PT / 6:30 p.m. MT / 8:30 p.m. ET
* Bird-Friendly Garden Design Workshop ([link removed])
Patterson Park Audubon Center
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 – 4 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. MT / 7 p.m. ET
* Making Bird Connections ([link removed]-)
Hog Island Audubon Camp
Thursday, April 6, 2023 – 4:30 p.m. PT / 5:30 p.m. MT / 7:30 p.m. ET
* For a full list of virtual and in-person programs, visit Audubon.org/events ([link removed])
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An Open Letter from the CEO on Audubon's Name
The National Audubon Society's Board of Directors announced last week that it has decided to retain the organization's name after a lengthy process to examine it in light of the personal history of its namesake, John James Audubon. Hear directly from Dr. Elizabeth Gray on why Audubon is keeping its name. Keep reading ([link removed])
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Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
New bills have been introduced in Congress that would restore protections to the Arctic Refuge. The legislation would repeal a Congressionally-mandated oil and gas leasing program and designate its Coastal Plain—the biological heart of the Refuge—as Wilderness. Please urge your members of Congress to permanently protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Take action ([link removed])
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Put Spring in Your Step with our Plants for Birds Collection
Sport your love of native plants this spring with our Plant for Birds retail collection, featuring a range of designs representing various native plants and the birds that love them. Discover colorful t-shirts, tote bags, mugs and more. Explore the collection ([link removed])
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