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apalachee audubon

Protecting the rich biodiversity of the Florida Panhandle through education, appreciation, and conservation.

Serving Leon, Jefferson, Wakulla, Gadsden, Liberty and Franklin Counties.

 
Recent Blog Articles
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Thoughts on Holiday Gifting, by Juli deGrummond
Bird Canticle, by Laura Newton
Bird Canticle, by Laura Newton
Let’s Go Watch a Flying Snail Kite!
Let’s Go Watch a Flying Snail Kite!
A Snail Kite Adventure, by Michael Hill
A Snail Kite Adventure, by Michael Hill
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Help with Educational Video: Saving Birds from Window Strikes
2024 AAS Ben Fusaro Conservation Grants
2024 AAS Ben Fusaro Conservation Grants
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February Clean-up at Lake Elberta Park
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President's Message, September 2024
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President's Message, August 2024
Hunting a Sea Eagle, by Don Morrow
Hunting a Sea Eagle, by Don Morrow
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And then there was One (Tundra Swan) by Juli deGrummond
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2023 AAS Ben Fusaro Conservation Grants
From the Tropics to the Couch - A Tale of Two Kingbirds, by Juli deGrummond
From the Tropics to the Couch - A Tale of Two Kingbirds, by Juli deGrummond
2023 Audubon FL Assembly
2023 Audubon FL Assembly
Hurricane Idalia's Pink Wave
Hurricane Idalia's Pink Wave
Day Trip to Paynes Prairie Recap
Day Trip to Paynes Prairie Recap
Lights, Camera, Birding!
Lights, Camera, Birding!
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My Experience as an Audubon CLI Student/Intern, by Christian Watson-Kerr
2023 Osprey Nest
2023 Osprey Nest
White Wagtail in Tallahassee!
White Wagtail in Tallahassee!
2022 AAS Conservation Grants
2022 AAS Conservation Grants
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The Man Who Loved Birds, by James T. Huffstodt
Mike Miller (1945-2022): A Wild Remembrance, by Susan Cerulean
Mike Miller (1945-2022): A Wild Remembrance, by Susan Cerulean
Report from Rose Canyon, Arizona, by Don Morrow
Report from Rose Canyon, Arizona, by Don Morrow
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Backyard Baby Birds and More
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End of the Year Summary and Volunteer Recognition
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An Audubon Adventure, by Cierra J. Nelson
Honoring Chimney Swift Tower Donors
Honoring Chimney Swift Tower Donors
Chapter Programs
2026 Wildlife-friendly Yard Tour
Feb 14
2026 Wildlife-friendly Yard Tour

Join us for our 2026 Wildlife-Friendly Yards Tour and fundraiser to benefit the Apalachee Audubon Society. We invite you to take a self-guided tour of four local yards that are wildlife havens.

Florida Scrub Jay--Only in Florida, with Audrey deRose-Wilson
Feb 19
Florida Scrub Jay--Only in Florida, with Audrey deRose-Wilson

This presentation by Audrey deRose-Wilson will give an overview of Florida Scrub-Jay ecology, habitat needs, and current population trends, along with key threats and the role of fire.

Recovering the Southeastern American Kestrel
Mar 19
Recovering the Southeastern American Kestrel

The American Kestrel's preference for open habitats has made it a symbol of wildlife on rural American lands, but an 82% decline since the 1970s has scientists looking for answers.

Bird Outings
Lake Elberta Park: Guided Bird Walk with Juli deGrummond
Jan 24
Lake Elberta Park: Guided Bird Walk with Juli deGrummond

Juli will be leading a guided bird walk around Lake Elberta Park. This park is one of Tallahassee’s best-kept birding secrets, tucked away between Florida A&M University and Florida State University!

February 2026 Birds & Brews
Feb 15
February 2026 Birds & Brews

We’ll take an hour walk around this county park and we're hoping for some seasonal ducks! Then we'll go next door to Taqueria Miranda for Mexican fare.

Conservation Activities
January Sharer Road Trash Clean-up
Jan 31
January Sharer Road Trash Clean-up
Lake Elberta February Trash Clean-up
Feb 7
Lake Elberta February Trash Clean-up
Events of interest
WHO Festival @ St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge (Volunteer Opportunity)
Jan 24
WHO Festival @ St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge (Volunteer Opportunity)

Explore your outdoors at the Wildlife, Heritage & Outdoors (WHO) at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge! There will be exhibits, demonstrations, games, crafts, food, and music!

AAS will have a table at this event - if you are interested in volunteering to help us with tabling, please contact us at apalacheeaudubon@gmail.com.

Red Hills Fire & Nature Festival @ Tall Timbers (Volunteer Opportunity)
Jan 31
Red Hills Fire & Nature Festival @ Tall Timbers (Volunteer Opportunity)

The Red Hills Fire & Nature Festival, hosted at Tall Timbers, returns on January 31, 2026 from 11:00 to 3:00. This all-ages fun educational event about prescribed fire and its benefits is hosted in the Red Hills on even years.

AAS will have a table at this event- if you are interested in volunteering to help us with tabling, please contact apalacheeaudubon@gmail.com.

Please donate to help us grow and protect our nature

Apalachee Audubon can only accomplish the work we do with the support you provide. Your gift is a sound investment in a healthy future for North Florida birds, their habitats and the web of life upon which we all depend. As a donor, you provide critical dollars that keep our programs and conservation efforts going.

AAS is a 501(c)(3) organization and all donations are tax-deductible. To make your donation by credit card click button below. For check donations please send to: Apalachee Audubon Society P.O. Box 1237, Tallahassee FL 32302-1237

 
 
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