About us
SEVAS, the Southeast Volusia Audubon Society, is one of three Audubon groups in Volusia County, FL. We are an active, inclusive Audubon Chapter and we welcome all. Our monthly meetings are held Oct - Apr at the Marine Discovery Center in New Smyrna Beach but our birding trips take us all over the county and beyond.
Want to learn more about native plants? We have demonstration gardens to visit and tend. Also, come view our Purple Martin colony at the Marine Discovery Center!
If you see us at the NSB Farmer's Market, please say hello! Click these links to find out more about our events, programs and volunteer opportunities:
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Upcoming events
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APRIL FIELD TRIP Merritt Island NWR
Dunkin', 1812 S Ridgewood Ave, Edgewater, FL, USFRIDAY APRIL 3, 715AM
SEVAS APRIL FIELD TRIP
Merritt Island NWR: Black Point Drive
Peak migration + baby birds = one of the best times of year at
Merritt Island.Plans for this trip include a tour of the Black Point Wildlife Drive as well as several stops to look for special species along the way. Mostly a driving tour, this is a perfect bird trip for anyone with mobility issues. We drive the Black Point Drive with some easy trail walking.
Note: If Black Point is closed due to the Artemis rocket launch, we will still visit birding areas that are outside the closed area. Bring a lunch. This trip will end in early afternoon.
Merritt Island is always a great place to see waders, shore birds, songbirds and raptors. Right now it's also an exceptional habitat for wader babies and breeding birds.
Leader is Chip Francke. At noon we usually stop at Visitor Center for
a picnic lunch. Free and open to the public.Dress for the weather, and bring water, optics, bug spray, sun screen,
snacks, and a bag lunch.*** Meet for car-pooling at 715AM at the Dunkin' parking lot,
1812 S Ridgeway Ave, Edgewater. ***NOTE: there is a fee if you do not have a NWR permit- see more here:
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/merritt-island/visit-us2 attendees
SEVAS End of Year Celebration Potluck!
Marine Discovery Center, 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL, USTHURSDAY APRIL 16 ... 5-730PM
Marine Discovery Center
520 Barracuda Blvd, NSB
End of Year Celebration PotluckWe’ve had a big year—let’s celebrate it together.
This is one of our favorite events of the year—great food, happy people, and a chance to see what SEVAS is all about.
If you joined us for a walk or talk or activity this season, come!
If you's like to meet us and find out more, come celebrate with us!It's a relaxed evening of great food, good company, and a chance
to reflect on all we’ve accomplished this season.✨ Evening Highlights Include:
• A look back at our wins from the year
• 2026 Birdathon Awards
• Connecting with fellow SEVAS members and friends
• Volunteer Appreciation
• End-of-Season nominations and voting
• A Northwest Canada Adventure — wildflowers, wildlife, landscapes, and birds from a 10-day journey through Alberta,
British Columbia, Yukon, and the NW Territories.5PM: Meet on the patio - we’ll be set up and ready for you!
Potluck Details:
Bring a dish to share (main, salad, side, or dessert).
Please sign up: https://www.sevolusiaaudubon.org/potluck-sign-up-👉 Got bird or nature books to share?
Bring them to donate—we’re growing our SEVAS Loaner Library
for education programs.Don't miss this, and we'll see you again in October!
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Past events
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