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Western Screech Owl by John Drummond

WELCOME...

... to the Colorado Springs chapter of the National Audubon Society.

Everyone is welcome to our meetings, with free programs of interest to nature fans of all ages. You can also find current information about upcoming birding trips and other events. Check our other links for helpful information, recent sightings, and other birding opportunities.

Learn more about Aiken Audubon.

AIKEN NEWS...

Aiken's 2011 Christmas Bird Count results are in and available here.

The Aiken logo contest winner is Jenyva Turner. Her adorable design for "Wes" the owl will be up soon on our Facebook page!

Aiken is famous! Our September program featuring the Air Force Academy falcons and their handlers was written up in the AFA newsletter: "Colorado Springs bird watchers meet the Falcons."

During the cold weather months, Aiken is holding occassional field trips to Audubon's new Kiowa Creek Sanctuary, located on Hodgen Road in Black Forest. Check the field trips page for more information.

Have a gift for hospitality, or are you just willing to stop by the market and pick up some goodies? Aiken is seeking a new Hospitality coordinator to arrnage for snacks at our monthly programs. Contact us for details.

It's that time again. We will elect (or re-elect) our chapter President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer in May. Are you interested in holding office? Let us know!

Do you blog about birds? Check out our ever-growing list of Aiken Audubon bird bloggers!

BIRDING NEWS...

A LeConte's Sparrow was verified at Chico Basin Ranch on October 5, when the entire Aiken field trip group got good looks. Cici, Jeannie, and John all scored photos as well. The bird was in a wet field full of sedges when it was sighted.

Vultures are an essential group of birds who are endangered worldwide. Here are some things you can do to help.

PHOTOS OF THE WEEK

Long-tailed Duck at the DoubleTree Hotel, December 2011
Photo:Debbie Barnes

Townsend's Warbler, taken by Debbie Barnes on her current trip to Oregon.
Yes, we're all jealous.

Check out more Aiken photos, or send us yours to share.

NEXT FIELDTRIP:
Saturday, January 28, 8 am – 1 pm
Winter Raptors (heading southeast of town)

NEXT PROGRAM:
February 15
Birding Peru • Eric DeFonso

EVENTS
Birding Festivals, bird-related events, and lots of classes are all listed on our Events page. Don't miss these opportunities!

NEWSLETTER
Our newsletter is published 5 times per year. See the current issue.

INJURED or ABANDONED BABY BIRDS?
If you have found a baby bird out of its nest, or an injured bird needing care, learn what to do here.

EL PASO COUNTY BIRD LIST

RECENT SIGHTINGS
What rarities have been spotted lately? Colorado Field Ornithologists maintains an online rare bird alert known as COBirds. You must be subscribed to post a message to COBirds, but anyone may view the archive.

VOLUNTEER
There are lots of ways you can get more involved in Aiken Audubon. Volunteering is a lot of fun. You make new friends. You gain the satisfaction of significance. You learn new skills. You find yourself smiling a lot. We guarantee—it’s worth it. We're looking to fill various positions. Can you help?

HELP CONSERVE WILDLIFE
Aiken Audubon is involved with the Ellicott Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, Colorado Field Ornithologists, Audubon's Christmas Bird Count, and other prgrams designed to conserve both wildlife and habitat.

COLORADO BREEDING BIRD ATLAS II
We're now starting the last year of this five-year project. There are still unsurveyed blocks, both here in town and all over the state. Don't miss your chance to get involved!

WHO WAS CHARLES AIKEN?
Learn about the man who lends us his name.

Common Redpoll in Ken Pals' backyard, December 2011
Photo: Jeannie Mitchell

NEXT PROGRAM: February 15 Birding Peru • Eric DeFonso

NEXT PROGRAM:
February 15
Birding Peru • Eric DeFonso