Monterey Audubon

Monterey Audubon We are dedicated to conserving and celebrating the birds and wildlife of the Monterey Bay region.

New blog posts from our MPC interns! 🧑‍💻✍️
09/01/2026

New blog posts from our MPC interns!
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Highlighted itemStep up your eco-friendly game with this stylish, practical, and eco-conscious bundle! Packed inside a u...
08/31/2026

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Step up your eco-friendly game with this stylish, practical, and eco-conscious bundle! Packed inside a unique recycled newspaper basket, this collection has everything you need to shrink your footprint, whether you're grocery shopping, packing lunch, sipping on the go, or doing laundry.

Perfect for nature lovers, zero-waste champions, or anyone looking to live a little greener on the Central Coast!

What’s Included in This Package:

Eco-Tote Trio: Institute for Bird Populations Tote, The Green Directive Tote, and a Zero Waste Tote—plus a reusable Zero Waste Produce Bag.

On-the-Go Dining Kit: Zero Waste Bamboo Cutlery Set, a Sip Sustainable Cup, 3-Straw Pouch with straw cleaner, 2 Milkshake Straws, and a Zero Waste Leftover Jar.

Sustainable Home Essentials: Set of 3 All-Natural Wool Dryer Balls and 3 Washcloud Eco-Sponge Cloths.

Handcrafted Storage: All packed inside a beautiful Recycled Newspaper Basket!

Bid now at https://givebutter.com/c/protect-local-coastal-birds-and-habitats-px0ru5

🐦🎨 Final call for bids! 🎨🐦Our silent auction is coming to a close, so this is your reminder to get those final bids in b...
08/28/2026

🐦🎨 Final call for bids! 🎨🐦

Our silent auction is coming to a close, so this is your reminder to get those final bids in before 6:00 PM tomorrow! ⏰👀

And we’ve added a couple of new goodies to the mix!

🌿 A new native plant package featuring a gift certificate to Blue Moon Native Plant Nursery
🍽️ A gift card to Woody’s at the Airport, now added to our local package!

Then come celebrate with us tomorrow at the Ship’s Store from 4:30–6:30 PM! We can’t wait to see everyone, celebrate the art show, and wrap up the auction with our favorite flock. 💙🪶

👉 Get those bids in before 6 PM tomorrow, and we’ll see you at the Ship’s Store!

Don’t let your favorite item fly away! 😉🐦

https://givebutter.com/c/protect-local-coastal-birds-and-habitats-px0ru5/auction

New Package Alert!🌊🐋 The perfect package for ocean lovers is up for grabs! 🐋🌊Dive into the wonder of the Monterey Bay wi...
08/26/2026

New Package Alert!
🌊🐋 The perfect package for ocean lovers is up for grabs! 🐋🌊

Dive into the wonder of the Monterey Bay with our latest silent auction package! This one has a little bit of everything, from an offshore whale watching adventure to some seriously cute ocean-inspired goodies. 🐙💙

🎟️ 2 tickets for Monterey Bay Whale Watch ($150 value!)
🐋 Get out over the Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon for the chance to see whales, dolphins, and pelagic seabirds in their natural habitat!

Plus:
🐢 Monterey Bay Aquarium Open Sea pin & turtle magnet
🪼 Monterey Bay Aquarium jelly keepsake
🐠 "Finding Dory" wooden puzzle
🐟 Adorable ocean sunfish plush
♻️ Recycled newspaper jelly ornament

💰 Total estimated value: $212

Whether you're a whale watcher, bird nerd, ocean enthusiast, or just here for the adorable sunfish plush... this package is worth making a splash for! 🌊😉

👉 Check out the auction here: https://givebutter.com/c/protect-local-coastal-birds-and-habitats-px0ru5/auction

I love this photo of a Common Merganser taken by Karen Kreiger yesterday at the mouth of the Carmel River. It is an ecli...
08/26/2026

I love this photo of a Common Merganser taken by Karen Kreiger yesterday at the mouth of the Carmel River. It is an eclipse male preying upon a Pacific Staghorn Sculpin. Check out the awesome detail on the merganser's serrated bill, a sure sign of a hunter who needs to get a good grip on slippery prey items!

Common Merganser is a local breeding resident on our rivers such as the upper Salinas, upper Carmel, Arroyo Seco, Nacimiento, and San Antonio. They were found nesting starting in the 1990s on the Big Sur and Little Sur Rivers (Roberson, 2002).

Note that Common Merganser is rarer than Red-breasted Merganser in all seasons on the immediate coast in our area. When found on the coast, they tend to be at river mouths and lagoons (e.g., Pajaro River, Salinas River, Carmel River, etc.), presumably having followed the freshwater to its terminus vs. floating around in Monterey Bay. Random migrants do happen, of course, but rarely.

eBird checklist:
https://ebird.org/atlascalifornia/checklist/S386915577

- Bill

Highlighted item:Elevate your birding skills with an unforgettable, personalized field experience! Up to 5 guests will j...
08/25/2026

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Elevate your birding skills with an unforgettable, personalized field experience! Up to 5 guests will join Monterey Audubon Society Vice President and birder extraordinaire Kai Russell for a 3-hour private guided birding excursion. Whether you are looking to rack up lifers, explore coastal hotspots, or master subtle shorebird IDs, Kai will tailor the trip to your group's experience level and interests.

What’s Included in This Package:

3-Hour Private Guided Birding Experience for up to 5 people ($600 value).

Customized Itinerary: Choose your focus, from coastal wetlands and ocean bluffs to oak woodlands on the Central Coast.

Expert Instruction: Learn field identification tips, build your bird call recognition, and explore local habitat insights from one of Monterey Audubon Society's top leaders.

Bid now at https://givebutter.com/c/protect-local-coastal-birds-and-habitats-px0ru5

Highlighted item: Enjoy an elegant evening of culture and coastal beauty! This refined package pairs two tickets to a li...
08/20/2026

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Enjoy an elegant evening of culture and coastal beauty! This refined package pairs two tickets to a live performance by the renowned Monterey Symphony with a pair of striking, ready-to-hang mounted photographs featuring one of Monterey Audubon Society's most celebrated shorebirds: the Black Oystercatcher.

What’s Included in This Package:

The Featured Experience: 2 Tickets to the Monterey Symphony ($140 value) — experience world-class orchestral music right here on the Central Coast!

Fine Art Photography: 2 Mounted Black Oystercatcher Fine Art Photos ($100 value) — magnificent, high-quality display pieces celebrating local shorebirds.

Bid now: https://givebutter.com/c/protect-local-coastal-birds-and-habitats-px0ru5

I really enjoyed this podcast from our friends at Life List: A Birding Podcast. George and Mollee interviewed Doug Talla...
08/19/2026

I really enjoyed this podcast from our friends at Life List: A Birding Podcast. George and Mollee interviewed Doug Tallamy about how we can all support birds and biodiversity close to home. I think Doug and Homegrown National Park have locked onto a powerful and actionable message. Please check this out if time permits. Two options are linked below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yXHgku1CWY
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-list-a-birding-podcast/id1578168978

If you're inspired and want to delve in more deeply, I recommend checking out the Homegrown National Park website (https://homegrownnationalpark.org/), watching more of the many awesome presentations by Doug Tallamy on YouTube, and reading his books on the subject. Stay tuned for more from us on Plants for Birds in the months to come.

- Bill

🐦🌿 More birding adventures are on the calendar! 🌿🐦We’ve got three great ways to get outside and find some birds this mon...
08/19/2026

🐦🌿 More birding adventures are on the calendar! 🌿🐦

We’ve got three great ways to get outside and find some birds this month:

🦆 Beginner Birding at Laguna Grande
New to birding? Come learn the basics, explore this local park, and see what we can find together. No experience required!

🌲 Del Monte Forest Birding
We’ll head into the beautiful Monterey Pine forest to explore the habitat and search for the birds that call it home. 🌲🪶

🌊 First Wednesday Seawatch
Migration is picking up, which means it’s time to get those seabird ID skills ready! Join us at the coast for an evening of scanning the horizon and seeing what flies by. 👀🌊

Whether you’re a seasoned birder, a curious beginner, or somewhere in between, there’s a spot in the flock for you! 💙

👉 RSVP on our website: MontereyAudubon.org/outings
🔗 Link in bio!

Come bird with us! 🐦

🎨🪶 A little sneak peek at what’s up for grabs! 🪶🎨Our upcoming Art Show Opening Reception & Silent Auction is shaping up ...
08/18/2026

🎨🪶 A little sneak peek at what’s up for grabs! 🪶🎨

Our upcoming Art Show Opening Reception & Silent Auction is shaping up to be a pretty fine-feathered affair, and we’ve got some fantastic items waiting for you! 👀

We’re talking goodies from:
🎶 Monterey Symphony
🌿 Blue Moon Native Garden
🐾 Stone’s Pet Store
🌊 Monterey Bay Eco Tours
…and so many more!

Come admire some beautiful bird-inspired art, enjoy a fun evening with fellow bird lovers, and maybe take home something special while supporting Monterey Audubon Society. 💙🐦

More details, event info, and auction goodies 👉 https://givebutter.com/c/protect-local-coastal-birds-and-habitats-px0ru5/auction

We’ll be sharing more sneak peeks soon, so keep your eyes peeled! 👀🪶

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Carmel, CA
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