Houston Audubon

Houston Audubon Our mission is to advance the conservation of birds and their habitats in the Greater Houston Gulf Coast region.

Birds Houston, formerly Houston Audubon, is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats across the Greater Houston Gulf Coast region. Established in 1969 as an independent chapter of the National Audubon Society, we manage 18 wildlife sanctuaries encompassing more than 4,300 acres that provide safe habitat for birds and places for us all to enjoy time outside.

If you're a young professional in the Houston area looking to make an impact in your community, Birds Houston needs you!...
10/11/2026

If you're a young professional in the Houston area looking to make an impact in your community, Birds Houston needs you!

The Young Professionals Advisory Council, or YPAC, is a passionate group of volunteers that help advance our mission of bird conservation through outreach and community engagement efforts, the coordination of Houston Bird Week, hands-on habitat restoration, and community science.

Not only is it a great way to form new friendships and professional relationships, but you’ll get to do it all while making a difference for birds and wildlife on the Upper Texas Coast! Plus, there’s plenty of fun along the way with social happy hours, birding trips, and more!

⏰ Applications close October 15, so don’t wait! If you’ve been thinking about applying, now’s the time to submit your application and join the 2027 YPAC!
🔗 Apply now at https://birdshouston.org/ypac

If you haven't had a chance to grab our new Birds Houston merch, it's always available for purchase at the Chickadee Nat...
10/10/2026

If you haven't had a chance to grab our new Birds Houston merch, it's always available for purchase at the Chickadee Nature Shop at Edith L. Moore Sanctuary! The shop is located in the Birds Houston Admin Building and is open from Monday-Friday, 9AM-3PM!

If you’re stopping by our Natives Nursery Fall Plant Sale, you can shop merch in the cabin on October 17 from 8–11 AM. 🐦🌿

Spooky season is here and what better way to enjoy it than exploring the forest after dark? 🌙 Join us for a Night Hike a...
10/06/2026

Spooky season is here and what better way to enjoy it than exploring the forest after dark? 🌙

Join us for a Night Hike at Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary and see what critters come out after the sun goes down. You never know "HOO" might be lurking around👀🦉We have both adults-only and family-friendly hikes, perfect for a spooky date night or even a fun family night out!

Upcoming Night Hikes
• October 16 | Adults Only | 21+
• October 30 | Family-Friendly | Ages 5+ | Costumes encouraged! 🎃
• November 13 | Adults Only | 21+
• December 11 | Family-Friendly | Ages 5+

Info:
📍Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary
Please park at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church (12955 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079) and enter through the east gate.
🕖 All hikes are 7–8:30 PM
🎟️ $20 per person | Birds Houston members receive 25% off
Spots are limited to 20 people per hike, so don’t wait to reserve your spot! Register today at https://birdshouston.org/programs/events/all-age-groups/night-hikes.html

10/06/2026

It's that time of year again–our fall native plant sale is just weeks away! If you've been thinking about transforming your yard into a bird and pollinator oasis, join us on Saturday, October 17. Our staff and volunteers will be available to answer all your questions about native plants so you can leave with the confidence (and the greenery) to make your space thrive for bugs and birds!

🍂 Natives Nursery Fall Plant Sale
📆 October 17, 2026, from 8AM - 11AM
📍 Edith L. Moore Natives Nursery
Please park at the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church and enter through the east gate.
12955 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079

Every plant in our nursery started as a seed, hand-collected from local prairie remnants by our dedicated staff and volunteers. When you purchase a plant form our sale, you'll be taking home a piece of the original Houston ecosystem!

Visit www.birdshouston.org/nativesnursery for more info and to view the full list of available plants!

🚨 LIGHTS OUT ACTION ALERT! 🚨Billions of birds are currently navigating the night sky, and bright city lights can disorie...
10/05/2026

🚨 LIGHTS OUT ACTION ALERT! 🚨
Billions of birds are currently navigating the night sky, and bright city lights can disorient them, leading to exhaustion or dangerous collisions. We need your help to give them a clear path.
🕒 The Critical Window: 11 PM – 6 AM
While turning off non-essential lights is important throughout the season, it is critical during high-traffic nights.
How you can help:
Flip the switch: Turn off all non-essential outdoor lighting.
Spread the word: Remind your neighbors that every light turned out helps save birds.
We understand posts on Facebook aren't always shown in your feed immediately. Sign up for BirdCast action alerts at https://birdcast.org/migration-tools/local-migration-alerts/ to receive Migration Alerts immediately.

Tomorrow is the last day to reserve your seat for our annual Avian Affair Gala! We’re thrilled to welcome Nate Swick, ho...
10/01/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to reserve your seat for our annual Avian Affair Gala!

We’re thrilled to welcome Nate Swick, host of the American Birding Podcast and author of Birding for the Curious, as our keynote speaker this year!

As a birder, author, and Digital Media Manager for the American Birding Association, Nate brings a passion for birds, conservation, and the joy of birding to audiences across North America. Through his podcast and writing, he has a knack for making the world of birds approachable, entertaining, and inspiring for birders of all experience levels.

We can’t wait to hear from Nate and celebrate the birds, habitats, and conservation work that bring our community together.

Reserve your seat at https://www.birdshouston.org/avianaffair

09/26/2026

Did you know our Young Professionals Advisory Council is one of the driving forces behind Houston Bird Week? 🐦 Our inaugural YPAC launched Bird Week back in 2019, and it's grown every year since. Birds Houston and local organizations come together for a week of virtual and in-person events celebrating our region's birds and wildlife and it's YPAC members who help plan and execute it all!

If you'd like to join a group of passionate young conservationists making a real impact through habitat conservation, community engagement, and hands-on volunteer work, then YPAC may be for you!

📅 Applications close October 15 — don't miss your chance!
🔗 Apply now at https://birdshouston.org/ypac and check out upcoming Bird Week events at https://birdshouston.org/birdweek

09/24/2026

Chimney Swifts spend nearly their entire lives in flight, swooping and soaring through the sky before heading into their chimney roost for the night. At Swift Night Out, we’ll watch the swifts gather overhead and count them as they enter their roost while learning more about these fascinating birds.

📅 September 30, 2026
Meet at 6:30 pm at the Owl Deck to visit Rice's Lynn R. Lowrey Arboretum. At 7:00 pm we will view the swifts at Tudor Fieldhouse. Parking Lot 6 will be available for our use, 6-8 pm. More details and location information available at https://birdshouston.org/chimneyswifts!

Reliant Energy ® customers can support bird conservation by participating in the EcoShare program, which allows Reliant ...
09/22/2026

Reliant Energy ® customers can support bird conservation by participating in the EcoShare program, which allows Reliant customers to help reduce their carbon footprints through the purchase of carbon offsets. A portion of your monthly bill will go to EarthShare Texas, which supports Houston Audubon and other local environmental organizations. Sign up at https://www.reliant.com/en/residential/home-solutions/renewable-products

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