About us
This group is operated by Duval Audubon Society Inc. 1/19/2023.
Duval Audubon Society was founded in 1939 and is one of 44 chapters of Florida Audubon and a member of National Audubon. We currently have about 1,250 members in Clay, Duval, and Nassau Counties and are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
You do not need to be a member of Audubon to participate in any of our activities. However, if you are not already an Audubon member, you can join our chapter for an initial donation of $20 to support our activities and projects, and receive the Audubon Magazine. If you wish to become a member of our chapter (and Audubon), please visit our membership page.
Our Mission: connecting people with nature, conserving and restoring natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife. We have a primary focus on the preservation of a diversity of species and habitats through education, conservation, environmental leadership, and community involvement.
Upcoming events
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Bird Walk for Beginners: Fort Caroline National Memorial
Fort Caroline National Memorial, 12713 Fort Caroline Road, Jacksonville, FL, USJoin us every second Sunday at 9:15 am at Fort Caroline National Memorial. This is a beginner-friendly outing - from the bird curious to seasoned birders, all are welcome! We will start the 1.5 mile Hammock Trail along the St Johns River, and look for herons, egrets, Bald Eagles, amd other species. We will continue into the maritime forest to look for resident species, like Pileated Woodpeckers, Tufted Titmice, and Northern Cardinals - and migratory species like Yellow-throated Warblers, Great-Crested Flycatchers, and Northern Parulas. Birders have reported 165 species at this eBird hotspot!
Meet leader Kate Zeray in front of the Visitor Center to get signed in. Binoculars will be available to borrow for the outing. This trail is mostly flat with tree roots and some areas of moderate incline. There are a few benches along the trail. Restrooms are available at the visitor center.
Learn more about our all-volunteer led organization: Duval Audubon Society Website
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