Conservation Alert! Due Thursday, March 5 Regarding Dark Skies

Many of you may remember Dr. Gokhale’s talk for Columbia Audubon or the Missouri Bird Conservation Initiative on the importance of dark skies for wildlife. There’s a comment period for a couple of projects that will negatively impact our night skies and ultimately wildlife. The FCC is taking comments through Thursday,  March 5. The following

Note from the President

On Thursday, February 26, I hope you were able to join us to hear about the Forest Park Owls with Mark Glenshaw. We had over 80 folks join us to hear about Mark’s experiences following the owls for the past 21 years. They are fascinating creatures. It was fun to see his videos and pictures

CAS Dark Sky Efforts Underway

Last month, we mentioned that CAS has a Dark Sky Subcommittee and our primary efforts include securing Urban Night Sky Place certification for Rock Bridge Memorial SP and educating citizens about the importance of dark skies for wildlife, especially birds. We are pleased to announce that on February 26, we submitted a Preapplication for the

Upcoming Free Events at Songbird Station

Our partners at Songbird Station cordially invite Columbia Audubon and the public to a series of free seminars throughout the season:  Nest Box 101 Seminar March 14th  10 am Learn how to make your yard a perfect nesting site for Eastern Bluebirds, wrens, Purple Martins, Wood Ducks, and more. Attract Hummingbirds, Orioles, and More Seminar