Audubon North Carolina

Baltimore Oriole. Photo: Linda Scher/Audubon Photography Awards

Audubon North Carolina is a regional office of the National Audubon Society.

From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, Audubon protects birds and the places they need across North Carolina using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Top Stories

After Hurricane Helene, Mountain Chapters Work for Normalcy and Recovery
Chapters

After Hurricane Helene, Mountain Chapters Work for Normalcy and Recovery

“It’s been heart breaking and heartwarming at the same time.”

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Fast-Growing County Passes Bird-Friendly Development Policies, Thanks to Audubon Chapter
Urban Forestry

Fast-Growing County Passes Bird-Friendly Development Policies, Thanks to Audubon Chapter

New Hope Bird Alliance helped pass bird-friendly land-use policies that will help guide Chatham County development.

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$3M National Grant will Fund Audubon’s Marsh Restoration in Currituck Sound
Coast

$3M National Grant will Fund Audubon’s Marsh Restoration in Currituck Sound

Pilot projects will test innovative, nature-based restoration techniques at Audubon’s Pine Island Sanctuary.

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News & Updates

Bridging the Gender Gap in Forest Stewardship
Working Lands

Bridging the Gender Gap in Forest Stewardship

ForestHer NC has reached 1,000 people across the state, empowering landowners to better manage their land for birds and wildlife.

Audubon Flock Rallies at Virtual Advocacy Day
Advocacy

Audubon Flock Rallies at Virtual Advocacy Day

Early Advocacy Day sets the stage for North Carolina legislative session.

Report Finds North Carolina is Well-positioned for Battery Storage Growth
News

Report Finds North Carolina is Well-positioned for Battery Storage Growth

— Study commissioned by Audubon shows North Carolina has opportunity to lead in battery storage.
How Many Birds Will You Find During This Year's Great Backyard Bird Count?
Community Science

How Many Birds Will You Find During This Year's Great Backyard Bird Count?

Annual worldwide birdwatching event runs from February 12 to 15, 2021.

Restoring Piedmont Forests for Birds
Forest Landbird Legacy Program

Restoring Piedmont Forests for Birds

An Audubon partnership with Three Rivers Land Trust is breathing new life into woodlands, thanks to prescribed fires and bird-friendly forestry practices.

Five-Year Statewide Bird Survey to Begin in March
Media Releases

Five-Year Statewide Bird Survey to Begin in March

— The North Carolina Bird Atlas looks to harness the power of birdwatchers to advance avian research and conservation.
Audubon: “History—and we–will hold responsible the elected officials who have promoted the assault on our democracy.”
News

Audubon: “History—and we–will hold responsible the elected officials who have promoted the assault on our democracy.”

A statement from David Yarnold, president and CEO of the National Audubon Society.

Regan will Restore Science, Integrity, and Justice to the Environmental Protection Agency
News

Regan will Restore Science, Integrity, and Justice to the Environmental Protection Agency

Statement from Audubon Leaders on the Nomination of Michael Regan to lead the EPA

Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count Will Look Very Different This Year
News

Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count Will Look Very Different This Year

While some local counts may be cancelled due to regional COVID-19 rules, many community scientists across the hemisphere will carry on one of the longest-running wildlife censuses in a socially distanced fashion.

Journey to 8,000 Birds: Seven Continents, 90 Countries and 8,131 Species
Chapters

Journey to 8,000 Birds: Seven Continents, 90 Countries and 8,131 Species

Before the pandemic stranded us at home, Highlands Audubon member Romney Bathurst hit a sky-high global birding milestone.