Putnam Highlands Audubon Society Mission
As a chapter of the National Audubon Society, our mission is to preserve and maintain the local lands and waters that have been entrusted to our stewardship, and to inform and educate the public on issues involving birds, wildlife, and the environment.
We frequently host bird walks, educational programs, field trips, and guest lectures. Additionally, we maintain two bird sanctuaries: the deRham Watergrass Sanctuary in Philipstown, Putnam County and the Fran Reese Sanctuary in New Hamburg, Dutchess County. Learn more about our work.
Featured Events
PHAS
Annual Dinner
at Taconic Center
Join us for our Annual Dinner for a night of food, raffles, presentations, and more. This year’s Honoree is Peter Conway, PHAS Treasurer.
TICKETS REQUIRED
Saturday, March 21st 5pm
March Bird Walk at Shawangunk Grasslands
Join us for the chance to see some Short Eared Owls and some early spring arrivals.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Saturday, March 28th 3pm
Annual Dinner Tickets Available Now
Annual Dinner Tickets Available Now
You’re invited to the PHAS Annual Dinner!
Saturday, March 21st 5pm (Hawk Release 4:45pm)
Taconic Outdoor Education Center
Cold Spring, NY
Tickets almost sold out.
Thank you to our Merchant Donors
Flowercup Wine • Riverview Restaurant
Conservation Corner
What Is The “Upland Alternative Trail” In Cold Spring?
By Pete Salmansohn
Check out our 2026 Newsletter to see what we’ve been up to and how you can get involved.
