Together for Nature

During the month of September, head to Chapman Elementary School in Northwest Portland to see an incredible sight. One hour before sunset, thousands of Vaux’s Swifts gather overhead as they prepare to roost for the night.

Swift Watch

Get Involved

Whether you’re volunteering to clear trails at our sanctuary, submitting comments to urge local leaders to stand up for the environment, building a lush Backyard Habitat for native birds and pollinators, or attending a Nature Night event, you are a vital part of the Portland Audubon community.

Every person and every action matters, and each member of our community is instrumental in effecting positive change, protecting the environment, and advocating for Oregon’s wildlife and wild places.

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Adventure awaits!

Ecotours: Travel with Us

Our local and international ecotours take you around the world, exploring the beauty of the natural world.

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Make a difference for birds

Community Science

Community science is a great way to have fun, learn about the natural world, and make a difference for wildlife.

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Create habitat, transform the world

Backyard Habitat Certification Program

Join more than 5,000 properties in the Metro Area that are restoring habitat, one yard at a time.

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Join the flock!

Volunteer

Be a part of the Portland Audubon flock and help build a region where people and wildlife flourish together!

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Birding Resources

From the coast to Portland to Eastern Oregon, discover the best places to explore native birds and the natural beauty of Oregon.

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Portland Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary

Visit us at our free Wildlife Sanctuary, and enjoy 172-acres of habitat and more than 4 miles of trails just 10 minutes from downtown Portland.

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Protect

The impact of our efforts is written across Oregon’s landscape, and is fueled by grassroots engagement by our passionate community.

Educate

Our expert environmental educators create tomorrow’s advocates by inspiring people of all ages to explore and connect with the natural world.

Wildlife Rehabilitation

The Wildlife Care Center rehabilitates injured and orphaned native wildlife, educates the public to reduce human/wildlife conflicts, and collects valuable scientific data.

Stewardship

With three wildlife sanctuaries, we provide a safe haven for wildlife and a place for people to connect to the natural world.

Together for Nature

Go Lights Out!

Nature For All Campaign Launch

eBird Basics: Tracking Your Bird Sightings

Go Lights Out!

Nature For All Campaign Launch

eBird Basics: Tracking Your Bird Sightings

What's Happening?

See the Vaux's Swifts at Chapman Elementary School

Vote for Nature for All this November

Nature Night: Caribou Rainforest

Wintering Burrowing Owl Collides with Window in Oregon City

Get Involved

Ecotours: Travel with Us

Community Science

Backyard Habitat Certification Program

Volunteer

Birding Resources

Portland Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary

Protect

Educate

Wildlife Rehabilitation

Stewardship

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