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Great Egret Society

The Great Egret Society is a group of ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s most passionate donors who help protect and defend birds with generous contributions of $500 or more annually. We are incredibly grateful for this outstanding level of support.

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Check out our special digital content

  • ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s Birds and Offshore Wind: Developing the Offshore Wind that Birds Need. You can view a recording of .
  • The Magic of Migration at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, with Sanctuary Director Keith Laakkonen. Watch a recording of . 
  • ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s Bird Migration Explorer webinar (MidAtlantic).  on how to use this online tool to learn more about the heroic annual journeys made by over 450 bird species, and the challenges they face along the way.
  • What’s good for birds is also good for climate change mitigation. Learn more in our latest report on Natural Climate Solutions.
  • Explore the 2025 ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Photography Awards winners—now featuring Chile and Colombia. Check them out here.

Great Egret Society Impact Reports

If you’d like to view more reports showing ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s impact over the years, please visit our report hub.

Featured Posts
Birds on the Move
White-crowned Sparrows
Birds on the Move

Nearly 350 ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ members describe a favorite fall migration story.

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador
A woman and child birding together
The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

More than 300 ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

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Supporting At-Risk Bird Habitat in the Lower Colorado River Basin
October 10, 2024 — Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program bolsters habitat for threatened and endangered species.
Western Water News
A diverse group of people of varying ages make art outside at the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center at Debs Park.
Creating the Space to Bring Communities Together with Latino Outdoors
October 10, 2024 — We spoke with Evelyn Serrano, ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Debs Park center director, and Christian La Mont of Latino Outdoors during Latino Conservation Week 2024.
News
Chesapeake Ospreys are in Danger—They Need More Fish
October 09, 2024 — Better fisheries management is needed to improve the health of Ospreys in Chesapeake Bay.
Coasts and Oceans
Milagra, Condor 1221, perches on a rocky cliffside overlooking a valley during sunset.
Witness the Inspiring Release of Milagra, the Condor Rescued as an Egg After Bird Flu Killed Her Mother
October 09, 2024 — Hatched and raised in captivity, the young bird has defied the odds, returning more than a year later to a wild flock still reeling from disease and lead poisoning.
Conservation News
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ on Campus Faculty Advisors Instill a Love of Conservation
October 07, 2024 — Dr. Andy Tuholski and Daniel Koenemann have supported campus chapters through hands-on guidance and a commitment to sustainability.
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ On Campus
Portrait of Samuel Henderson wearing binoculars, smiling.
Meet the Kid Who Wowed the Internet With His Incredibly Accurate Bird Calls
October 07, 2024 — The talented 10-year-old’s performance at a school talent show recently went viral on TikTok after folks couldn't believe their ears.
Arts & Culture
A roseate spoonbill flying in a wetland
New Funding for Everglades Restoration Creates Progress for Birds and People
October 07, 2024 — Three contract awards, more momentum for critical conservation efforts.
News
Offshore wind is a solvable problem for birds. Climate change status quo is not.
September 30, 2024 — At Climate Week NYC, ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ collaborated with partners and hosted a panel about responsible offshore wind development.
Renewable Energy
Mining Could Pollute Alaska’s Chilkat Valley. A Tribe and Local Groups Defend their Way of Life.
September 27, 2024 — Inside the fight for the watershed with the Chilkat Indian Village of Klukwan, residents in Haines, and ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Alaska.
News
A young person smiles while working on a garden bed.
Campus Chapter Students Boost Climate Literacy at San Diego Mesa College
September 26, 2024 — ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in Action grant funds student-led climate initiative.
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ On Campus