Hello, Audubon supporters! I am the summer communication intern for the Coast Office of Audubon North Carolina. I’m a UNCW student majoring in creative writing. In the next couple of months, I will be visiting sites with Audubon's field staff and our community of volunteers. After I go into the field, I will post blogs detailing my experiences.

My blog series will be titled "Abby's Birdbrained Summer" to differentiate it from other Audubon posts. As a writer surrounded by biologists, I am absorbing everything I can about the birds and their conservation. I will let you know all about the 2013 field season. The summer is a very exciting time; there are nests, hatchings, and bandings. Be sure to regularly check our blog page for updates!