Environmental justice is an essential part of the conservation movement, responding to the stark reality that the people most harmed by environmental issues are people who have been historically marginalized.
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Each year, as part of National Volunteer Appreciation week, we pause to thank our volunteers and celebrate their positive impact on Portland Audubon. Volunteers add breadth and depth to our work by putting our mission into action!
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Established in 1985, the Mamie Campbell Award is given to our most dedicated volunteers. Mamie Campbell award winners have sustained and long-term volunteer commitment. We also look for volunteers who are active in several different programs, and who are leaders and role models in our volunteer community.
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Portland Audubon is about to enter an exciting new chapter. After an extensive national search that began in 2021, we are happy to announce that Stuart Wells will join Portland Audubon as our new Executive Director in May.
Read PostAs part of our commitment to organizational equity, Portland Audubon has adopted a series of community agreements to guide our work. One of these is “Examine our intent, and be accountable to our impact.” Last month, we were called to do this as a result of one of our adult program descriptions.
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There are a number of ways we can each contribute to helping safeguard birds on their journeys but one of the easiest things we can do is turn off unnecessary overnight lighting—especially during peak migration—to reduce the fog of skyglow that clouds the skies over our cities and towns, drowning out the stars and luring birds into lit areas.
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In 2022, Portland Audubon has a diversity of programs for engaging with Malheur and the Harney Basin. These multiday events are for folks who want to get their hands dirty. Join Portland Audubon and local partners in restoring wildlife habitat in Harney County (and of course doing some great bird watching!).
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The early arrival of mason bees is important for local ecosystems and backyards because mason bees are extraordinary pollinators. In fact, one mason bee can pollinate as many flowers as nearly one hundred honeybees!
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Spring is at our doorstep and birds are starting to sing—time to get involved in our community science projects! Portland Audubon’s Community Science program spans the state, from the iconic coast to the high desert of eastern Oregon as well as the Portland Metro region.
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Portland Audubon’s volunteers enrich our community with their personalities, skills, interests, and dedication. Their contributions expand the reach of our conservation mission in ways that limited paid staff would never be able to achieve.
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