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Chicago Bird Alliance

Volunteer
Native Plant Sale
Bird Seed Sale
CBA Store
Become a Member
Renew
Gift Membership
Manage your Membership
Chicago Area Birding Hotspots
Getting Started
Bird Identification Tips
Local Bird Guide
Past Presentations
Bird Outing Reports
Montrose Piping Plovers
Act Now
Issues & Positions
Publications & Research
Habitat Restoration
A Year of Helping Birds
Lights Out Chicago
Native Plant Gardening for Birds
Our Mission and Vision
Our Board
Our History
Volunteer Appreciation
Donor Recognition
Partnerships
Speakers Bureau
DEIJ Statement
Environmental Awards
Contact Us
Upcoming Events
CBA Blog
In The News
Volunteer Events
Birding Gear Program
Spring Bird Count
Bird Outing Leader Training
The Urban Birding Festival
Donate
February 12, 2025
Judy Cheske
Black History Month Conservation Resources

The importance of Black Americans in conservation and environmentalism is GREATLY underrepresented and it requires some digging to learn about the significant past and current Black contributors and advocates of birding, conservation, and environmental justice.

Black History Month Conservation Resources
February 15, 2024
General Interest, Upcoming Events
Matthew Igleski
2024 Chicago Bird Photography Contest

Calling all shutterbugs and bird enthusiasts! We want you to capture the vibrant avian life of Chicago through your lens and participate in the inaugural "Chicago Birds Photography Contest." Photographers of all experience levels are invited to compete with winning submissions eligible for eternal bragging rights and cash prizes!

2024 Chicago Bird Photography Contest
November 19, 2023
General Interest, Birding
Judy Cheske
Respecting Owls: Ethical Owl Viewing and ...

This time of year, owls become the focus of many nature lovers. The presence of humans can be stressful for owls, so it’s important to understand more about owls and follow simple guidelines to ensure their safety.

Respecting Owls: Ethical Owl Viewing and Photography
November 22, 2022
Ann Hetzel Gunkel
2022 Gift Guide for the Birds

In the interest of being more mindful and considerate in our gift buying, supporting Black and BIPOC businesses and creators, and - and well, BIRDS! - here is an alternative list of ideas to make your 2022 gifting thoughtful, fun and bird friendly!

2022 Gift Guide for the Birds
June 30, 2022
Ann Hetzel Gunkel
Chicago Audubon Society : Statement on ...

In 2022, the Chicago Audubon Society developed and approved a Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice. The details and action plan are found here.

Chicago Audubon Society : Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice
Judy Cheske
February 14, 2019
General Interest

Chicago Audubon Society Strategic Plan 2019-2020

Judy Cheske
February 14, 2019
General Interest
Chicago Audubon Society Strategic Plan 2019-2020

The Chicago Audubon Society board recently finalized a new strategic plan.

Judy Cheske
February 9, 2019
General Interest

2017 Photography Awards

Judy Cheske
February 9, 2019
General Interest
2017 Photography Awards

3 winners were chosen in our 2nd annual Photography Awards

Judy Cheske
February 6, 2019
Book Reviews

Book Review: The Meaning of Birds by Simon Barnes

Judy Cheske
February 6, 2019
Book Reviews
Book Review: The Meaning of Birds by Simon Barnes

This is a review of the book The Meaning of Birds

Judy Cheske
February 6, 2019
Upcoming Events

Biennial Environmental Awards Banquet and Annual Members Meeting

Judy Cheske
February 6, 2019
Upcoming Events
Biennial Environmental Awards Banquet and Annual Members Meeting

Join us as we honor special contributors to our mission.

Judy Cheske
January 7, 2019
Compass Newsletter

Compass Newsletter, Jan - Feb 2019

Judy Cheske
January 7, 2019
Compass Newsletter
Compass Newsletter, Jan - Feb 2019

Chicago Audubon's Environmental Awardees;  upcoming programs; book review, Spring Bird Count, Local Conservation Roundup, and much more.

Judy Cheske
December 28, 2018
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Bird Song Ear Training Guide CD

Judy Cheske
December 28, 2018
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Bird Song Ear Training Guide CD

The Chicago Audubon Society is offering a CD that can significantly increase your ability to identify birds by their songs. The CD, entitled “Bird Song Ear Training Guide” features 189 bird species found in the Midwest and Northeast states.

Judy Cheske
December 28, 2018

Baseball Cap

Judy Cheske
December 28, 2018
Baseball Cap

Chicago Audubon's Harrier Hat featuring a Northern Harrier patch, is now available Chicago Audubon's Harrier Hat featuring a Northern Harrier patch, is now available for only $15.00 (add $3.00 for shipping) to Members and non-Members. Great colors, solid stitching, and an adjustable band. Contact our office at (773) 539-6793 or email us at cas@chicagoaudubon.org

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