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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
When Wildlife Needs Help: Lessons from the Southwood Loon
When Wildlife Needs Help: Lessons from the Southwood Loon

In early April 2026, many Tallahassee residents became aware of a Common Loon stranded in a Southwood stormwater pond. The bird was alert, active, and repeatedly attempting to leave the pond, but it could not get airborne. After several unsuccessful rescue efforts and continued observation, the loon was ultimately captured and released into open coastal water, where it had the space it needed to recover and continue its migration.

Help Backyard Birds This Spring
Help Backyard Birds This Spring
2026 Wildlife-friendly Yard Tour
2026 Wildlife-friendly Yard Tour
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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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Chapter Programs
Bird Outings
Guided Bird Walk at Bald Point with Juli deGrummond
May 23
Guided Bird Walk at Bald Point with Juli deGrummond

Juli deGrummond will lead a walk  of the shoreline and maritime oak hammock at this amazing stopover for migrating birds, looking for shorebirds along the beach, warblers in the maritime oak hammocks, wading birds, and birds of prey in and around the marsh areas.

Young Birders Guided Walk at Bald Point with Juli deGrummond
May 30
Young Birders Guided Walk at Bald Point with Juli deGrummond

For young people (ages 8–18) and their parent or guardian, this guided walk offers mentorship and a chance to connect with peers who share a love for birds, nature, and conservation.

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Conservation Activities
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Events of interest

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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