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
Birdability at Topfield Center
Join members of PHAS at Topfield Center for a FREE accessible and inclusive birding event! Bring binoculars and get ready to learn. Last year, over 30 bird species were identified (and there are horses, too)! No experience necessary.
October 25th
8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
November Walk at
Quarry Pond
Join PHAS in this FREE bird walk partnering with Philisptown Rec Dept, in search of late fall migrants at the Quarry Pond trails adjacent to Glassbury Court. This small park lies in a valley and provides good habitat for a variety of migrating passerines including warblers and sparrows.
November 15th - 8:30 AM
Fall Bird Seed Sale Happening Now
Fall Bird Seed Sale Happening Now
Support your local birds with high quality Blue Seal products at PHAS’s Fall Bird Seed Sale.
Order Date Has Passed
Pickup Your Order Up at the Hubbard Lodge on November 8th, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Conservation Corner
PHAS Comments on the Fjord Trail DGEIS
Out There: Bird Count
