A chapter of the National Audubon Society.Revised: Friday June 26, 2009
Juneau Audubon Society
P.O. Box 21725 Juneau, AK 99802-1725
The mission of Juneau Audubon Society is to conserve the natural ecosystems of Southeast Alaska, focusing on birds, other wildlife and their habitats for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future generations.
Juneau Birding and Saturday Wild Events
Juneau Audubon sponsored natural history walks. Free and open to the public. Join us- weather or not- as we explore the wild side of Southeast Alaska. Some of these walk's dates, time and place may change, therefore it is important to check for more information on these free community walks: check this website, look for posters, listen to the radio or call Mary Lou King 789-7540. Dress for the weather.
Saturday, August 8 - Jensen-Olson Arboretum 10:00 a.m. : Driving Directions to the Jensen-Olson Arboretum that is located 23 miles north of downtown Juneau. In an area known locally as “Out the Road,” the Arboretum is just past Mile 23 on Glacier Highway. From downtown Juneau, take the Egan Expressway northwest toward the Juneau Airport. The divided four lane Expressway eventually becomes a two lane road at Brotherhood Bridge and changes name to Glacier Highway. Continue driving west past Auke Lake and Auke Bay on Glacier Highway which will bend to the north. Watch for the square green mile markers on the shoulder of the road. Just after Mile 22, you will pass the Shrine of St. Therese. Continue seven-tenths of a mile, passing Mile 23 and look for the Arboretum sign. Turn left and follow the short lane to the small parking area.
Saturday, August 29 - Mushrooms Time and place to be announced
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News and Events Upcoming Events
July 18,
2009
Saturday
Meet at the the Mt Roberts Tram Station on South Franklin Street at 8:20 am (special local rate-$5). ![]() Check out life above the tree line. Click here to see Poster. * * * Photo Contest Audubon Magazine Announces Call for Entries for the Audubon Magazine Photography Awards
* * * The Raven
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* * * New Publications
Now available in stores: The Mendenhall Wetlands -- a globally recognized Important Bird Area
This book is authored by Juneau Audubon members: Robert Armstrong, Richard Carstensen, Mary Willson and Marge Hermans Osborn.
Because of the variety and complexity of its habitats, the Mendenhall Wetlands is widely acknowledged to be one of the key stopover points for migratory waterfowl and shorebirds in coastal Alaska. As of November 2008, observers had recorded sightings of 256 different species of birds. That’s 83 percent of the 308 species seen in the entire Juneau area (from Taku Inlet to Berners Bay) and 73 percent of the 352 bird species seen in all of Southeast Alaska (from Dixon Entrance to Yakutat).
In 2007, the Mendenhall Wetlands was officially recognized as a globally significant bird area by the U.S. IBA Committee. The Important Bird Area program is an international effort to identify, conserve, and monitor a network of sites that provide essential habitat for bird populations.
This new 80 page book on the Mendenhall Wetlands will be available this spring.
Fairbanks Area Hiking & Birding Guide
Arctic Audubon Society Produced by the Arctic Audubon Society, this is a 23” x 35” fold-out map showing the locations of 35 popular hiking and birding spots that are easily accessible on public lands. The map includes a guide to local bird species as well as detailed information on each trail. This publication is available folded (6” x 9”) or unfolded (23” x 35”) and is sold for $13 by mail order (folded only; see contact info. below) or $12 at the following outlets: Alaska Bird Observatory Education Center, Friends of Creamer’s Field Farmhouse Visitor Center, Gulliver’s Books, Beaver Sports, and Geophysical Institute Map Office. FOR MORE INFO: Contact Frank Keim, (907) 451-9308 or Gail Mayo (907)479-2954, marcticaudubon@gmail.com; Arctic Audubon Society, PO Box 82098, Fairbanks, Alaska 99708.
James A. Johnson, Brad A. Andres, and John A. Bissonette United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station General Technical Report PNW-GTR-739 July 2008
Abstract -- This publication describes the bird communities of major mainland rivers of southeast Alaska and is based on a review of all known relevant studies as well as recent fieldwork. Synthesizes information on the composition, structure, and habitat relationships of bird communities at 11 major mainland rivers. Information on current management concerns and research needs are also included.
Click here to view document.
Juneau Wildlife Viewing Guide The Alaska Department of fish and Game has published a Wildlife Viewing Guide for Juneau. The pamphlet describes 12 wildlife viewing sites in the Juneau area. Wildlife viewing tips are included in the pamphlet. The pamphlet is available from visitor information sites downtown, and at the airport and ferry terminal.
For information about the Alaska Coastal Wildlife Viewing Trail and about wildlife viewing sites in other communities visit www.wildlifeviewing.alaska,gov.
National Audubon Society has produced a series of brochures by Stephen W. Kress, Ph.D. "Attracting Hummingbirds and Orioles" has just been printed. The other two brochures are "Bird Feeding Basics" and "Seed and Feed Selection Guide". All three brochures are available at http://www.audubon.org/local/outreachHome.html.
From this website you can view content, download the brochure, or place an order.
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Juneau Wetlands/Juneau Airport Expansion
Birds and Plane Safety at Juneau Airport Report This report prepared by Bob Armstrong and Richard Carstensen contains observations and recommendations that may be of use to managers, agencies, and the public, as the Juneau community collectively seeks to improve airport safety, and to maintain or enhance bird habitat on the surrounding wetlands. Hotspots: Bird Survey of Mendenhall Wetlands - This report prepared by Bob Armstrong, Richard Carstensen, and Mary Willson describes the use of the Mendenhall Wetlands by birds. For more information on issues affecting the Mendenhall Wetlands click here.
* * * Juneau Access Program. For information on the Juneau (Road) Access project being developed by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Works click here. |
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