Conservation Reading Group
Read and learn with us to become better advocates for birds and nature.Â
How the Conservation Reading Group Works
The Conservation Reading Group meets quarterly. Sign up and complete the selected reading by the announced date. During the reading period, you’ll receive optional reflection prompts by email to support deeper engagement, with no requirement to participate. Those who register as Discussion Participants will be invited to join a small, in-person discussion at the Birds Connect Seattle office; space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. To conclude, we’ll share a summary of the reading along with key takeaways and community-focused recommendations.
Our reading group is proud to partner with Addabook, a new book journaling platform on a mission the help us get more out of the pages we read by taking the time to reflect and record our thoughts. See the Conservation Reading Group book list here.
Current Selection
Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet
Read by date: March 24, 2026
One million animals are killed by cars each day in the U.S. Creatures from antelope to salmon are losing their ability to migrate; road salt contaminates waterways; and traffic noise chases songbirds from their habitat. In Crossings, you’ll meet conservationists building bridges for California’s mountain lions, animal rehabbers caring for Tasmania’s car-orphaned wallabies, and community organizers working to undo the havoc highways have wreaked upon American cities.
Crossings is a sweeping, spirited investigation into how humans have altered the natural world—and how we can create a better future for all living beings.
Learn more on Addabook.
Past Selections
Black Faces, White Spaces by Carolyn Finney
Winter 2026 selection. Learn more on Addabook.
Silent Earth by Dave Goulson
Fall 2025 selection. Learn more on Addabook.
Questions and Comments:
Josua Morris, Conservation Director, coordinates the Conservation Reading Group. Please email joshm@birdsconnectsea.org with questions and comments.Â
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