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.

Upcoming Events

August Walk at
Sunken Mine Road

This FREE walk will be hosted by young birder Arabella P. Expect to come across an array of Warblers, various flycatcher species, and historical remnants of the mining industry that once thrived here.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

August 2nd • 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM

October Walk at
Stony Kill Farm

Join us as we search for migratory sparrows, late warblers, and other unique species such as American Kestrel, American Pipit, and Horned Larks. Farms are a great place to bird during migration season!

October 18 • 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM

Conservation Corner

PHAS Comments on the Fjord Trail DGEIS

Out There: Bird Count

  • What's That Bird?

    New to birding? Long-time birder looking for new info? Check out our resources page for tips and guidance.

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