The Greater Kansas City Chapter of the National Audubon Society
Join us as we conduct a breeding bird census along the Blue River. This census assists KC WildLands and their mission of preserving the natural communities around Kansas City, and it counts toward volunteer hours for Master Naturalists. We'll walk the hiking/biking trails along the Blue River, approx. 2 miles. Your leader for this trip ... Read more
The Real Story of Fungi and Mushrooms - Learn about the mysterious underworld of decomposers. Important ecologically as well as medicinally and victually, they're as fascinating as they are complex. With updated information!
Missouri Rodentia - The largest taxonomic Order of mammals in the world! From scary to cute, their impact on humans is both historic and profound to present and shocking. New info since last presentation.
Missouri Rodentia - The largest taxonomic Order of mammals in the world! From scary to cute, their impact on humans is both historic and profound to present and shocking. New info since last presentation.
Join us at Clinton Lake to watch fall migration in action! Shorebirds, terns, gulls, and waterfowl are already stopping here, and we’ll explore the shoreline and woods for more early migrants and lingering breeders. We will meet at the beach parking lot at 7:30 AM if the gate is open. If it is not open we will ... Read more
Join us as we walk the multi-use paved trails of Tomahawk Streamway in search of south-bound migrants for a couple of hours. Meet at the parking lot on the south side of 119th Street between Roe and Mission at 8:00 am. Individuals of all skill and experience levels are welcome to attend. Your leader for ... Read more
All skill levels are welcome to join as we explore the wooded areas, pond, and streamway of Lewis-Young park in Louisburg, Kansas. We can expect to see some migrating warblers along with familiar woodland species such as woodpeckers and flycatchers. The walk will cover up to 1.5 miles on soil and rock trails. One stretch ... Read more
Do you know a young nature enthusiast who loves birds?Join us for a fun-filled morning of birding and activities in Fleming Park, hosted in partnership by Burroughs Audubon and the Missouri Young Birders Club! It’s the perfect opportunity for kids to explore, learn, and enjoy the wonders of birds. Check out the flier above for ... Read more
"Water Wars for Wild Wetlands" - Presented by Jackie Augustine, Executive Director of Audubon of Kansas (AOK). Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area and Quivira National Wildlife Refuge form an immense wetland complex in west-central Kansas, designated as internationally important bird habitat. The area abounds with ducks, shorebirds, and cranes during migration and hosts several endangered and ... Read more
Bryophytes--An Ancient Conversation in Miniature - The secrets, astonishing success, and ecological impact of mosses and their allies.