One bird at a time: Marin Audubon’s monthly nature walks mix birding, banter, education

Feb 22, 2026 | In the News

World-famous Fairfax writer Anne Lamott turned “bird by bird” into a stylish phrase 32 years ago. Metaphorically, it suggested that folks should tackle major issues one step at a time.  Nowadays, that’s precisely how bird watchers handle the Marin Audubon Society’s...

ALERT: Report Barred Owl Sightings

May 1, 2022 | Alert

Barred Owls have extended their range to the west coast, from the east coast, and have been seen in Marin. There is increasing concern about their impact on Marin’s Northern Spotted Owl population. Barred Owls are larger, more agencies have begun to monitor...

San Francisco Bay Joint Venture honors Barbara Salzman

Mar 3, 2020 | News

If you have ever participated in any stage of wetland restoration work in Marin County, you have surely met the one and only Barbara Salzman!  Barbara has been working in the field of conservation and advocating on behalf of wetlands and habitats threatened by...

Walnut Creek shopping mall using a Harris’s Hawk to evict the pigeons

Jul 22, 2018 | News

A shopping mall in Walnut Creek is using a Harris’s Hawk to evict the pigeons. Read this fascinating story about this beautiful raptor. Source: Washington Post Author: Linda Childers...

Baby barn owl found at Deer Island in Novato died from rat poison

Jul 2, 2018 | News

A baby Barn Owl found under a nest box at Deer Island in Novato died from rat poison. Source: California News Wire Services Link: http://patch.com/california/novato/owlet-dies-rat-poison-prompts-anti-rodenticide-campaign Document: Owlet Dies from Rat...