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We are living through a challenging moment for birds, the planet, and people. Ahead of Earth Day (April 22), see how we can come together to help birds and the places they need.

| Wingspan Newsletter April 2026

Brown Pelicans fly above open sea. A whale's tail is seen in the background.

Celebrating Our Long History of California Conservation

We’re proud to wish Audubon California a happy 30-year anniversary! As a state office with a long history of conservation wins for birds, habitats, and communities across California, there’s a lot to celebrate. From intervening for California Condors on the brink of extinction to pushing a landmark ruling that helped save Mono Lake, keep reading about the many milestones for birds and communities from our west coast wing.

Brown Pelican. Photo: Morgan Quimby/Audubon Photography Awards

This Motus Tower is the First of Its Kind

Motus is one of the world's largest collaborative wildlife-tracking networks, connecting researchers, organizations, and individuals interested in conserving migratory animals. The network's towers can pick up tagged animals such as birds, bats, and even some insects up to 12 miles away. Read on about how the very first Motus tower on an Audubon Certified Bird-Friendly ranch is advancing bird science in eastern Wyoming.

Swainson's Thrush. Photo: Mathew Malwitz/Audubon Photography Awards

A Black-throated Blue Warbler perches on a tree branch.

A Forester’s Growth Through Audubon Training

An avid forester and budding birder, Mike Eckley’s connection to the natural world began knee-deep in Pennsylvania’s trout streams. Over time, that early interest shifted from water to woods, taking root in a career in forestry and land stewardship. Discover how Eckley’s interest in the outdoors bloomed into creating bird-friendly forests, thanks to Audubon Mid-Atlantic’s Forester Training and Endorsement Program.

Black-throated Blue Warbler. Photo: Megumi Aita/Audubon Photography Awards

A Western Meadowlark perches on top of a plant.

Be a Voice for Bird-Friendly Land Management

The Farm Bill represents our country's single largest investment in conservation on private lands and can help reverse the alarming decline of grassland and forest birds. Ask your members of Congress to pass a Farm Bill that helps birds, people, and the places we share. Take action.

Western Meadowlark. Photo: Evan Barrientos/Audubon

Three Cactus Wrens perched on top of a cactus.

You Make Our Work Possible

Thanks for reading this month’s Wingspan newsletter! Success stories like these are possible thanks to generous donations from caring people just like you. Will you help us protect birds for years to come? Donate now.

Cactus Wrens. Photo: Tammy Kokjohn/Audubon Photography Awards