Thank Yous
We want to extend our thanks to Janet Barnes as she transitions away from her long commitment to Audubon in the Schools (AITS). She has been a valued member of the team since 2018, assisting with in-class sessions until those…
Volunteer Spotlight: LCAS Web Master
Hilary Dearborn was born in New Jersey and enjoyed many summers by the ocean and otherwise playing outside. She recalls rowing a boat to the National Seashore in the 1960s, seeing many different gulls and terns. Her mother liked birds…
Habitat Haven Certification Program Praised by Participants
Our Habitat Haven program is in full bloom this spring, as it continues offering guidance and support to families wishing to increase natural habitats attractive to birds and other wildlife. Recent participants Katie and Jim stated the following: “Habitat Haven…
The Monarch Butterflies Journey-Program 4/22/25
View on YouTube. The Lane Audubon Society welcomes back Sue Anderson on Tuesday, April 22. She presents information in a humorous and friendly way, making learning a lot of fun. Last year, Sue taught us the basics of butterfly behavior,…
Turning Off Outdoor Lights Protects Migrating Birds
Now that spring migration has begun, we want to remind our community members about our Lights Out! Program. Artificial lights at night are disruptive to the health of people and wildlife and may disorient migrating birds, thus increasing the rate…
Love birds? Habitat Haven Can Help Make Your Yard More Attractive to Them
Spring is here, and we are getting new enrollments daily for our backyard habitat certification program. Habitat loss is a primary reason for declining bird species worldwide. Science informs us that enriching habitat in our yards helps birds reproduce and…
UO Students of Eugene Bird Society
Lane Audubon is happy to have helped found and continue to support the Students of Eugene Bird Society, an official UO student organization. We are cheered that they will once again help with our Vaux’s Swift count this spring. Pictured is…
Many Thanks to Dennis Arendt
We want to thank Dennis Arendt for his continued efforts to engage speakers, host, and enhance our 4th Tuesday speaker programs through the year. Recently, to make technical improvements, he purchased a new computer and microphones so the Zoom audience can…
Our Amazing Swifts LCAS Program 3/25/25
Watch on YouTube here. The Lane Audubon Society will feature a presentation about the thousands of little long-distance fliers who visit a local chimney each spring and fall. Our own Dick Lamster and Maeve Sowles will discuss the fascinating life…
KLCC Highlights Habitat Haven
KLCC Story: Lane Audubon Society program helps residents create ‘Habitat Havens’ in their backyard. Listen here: As wildlife disappears at an alarming rate, studies show that eco-friendly practices in the backyard help in preserving pollinators and birds. The Lane Audubon Society is working with Eugene/Springfield residents to…