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For Cities Where People and Birds Thrive

Never miss an opportunity to help birds thrive.

2026 Christmas Bird Count

Registration is now open for in-field or at-home participation in this long running community science project.

Photo features the Magnuson Park Wetlands, trees and shrubs surrounding a pond, in golden light under gray skies.
Image features three works of art centered around bird conservation. One shows a painting of a birdbath in a yard with the outlines of birds now vanished. On the right side of the image shows two block print style designs, one featuring a small bird, and one featuring a bird wing.

Emerald Ash Borer in Washington

Learn about how this species affects our local birds and ecosystems.

Online Class: Pelagic Birds

Join instructor Mike Donahue in this class series exploring the diversity of seabirds and marine life found just offshore.

Photo features a long brown and green water bird. It is standing on a log and looking into reflective water with its long neck fully extended.
Photo features a black bird with an orange breast sitting in snow covered branches.

Cats and Birds: Finding a Way Forward

Explore what research tells us about outdoor cats, wildlife, and the choices we can make to protect both.

2027 Calendars Have Landed

Check out our selection of bird and nature themed calendars to get you ready for the new year.

Photo features a long brown and green water bird. It is standing on a log and looking into reflective water with its long neck fully extended.
Anna's Hummingbird

Help Birds Thrive

Your generosity today will fuel conservation programs that protect the birds of tomorrow.