Audubon Society of Rhode Island | Connecting People with Nature

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Audubon provides fun, engaging and informative public programs for children, adults, and families.

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Education

Audubon educates children and provides resources for educators throughout the state of Rhode Island.

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Conservation

Audubon actively fulfills its environmental stewardship through preservation and protection of Rhode Island's natural heritage.

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Advocacy

Audubon is a voice in the promotion of public policy that protects birds, wildlife and natural resources.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Audubon Society of Rhode Island is to protect birds, other wildlife and their habitat through conservation, education and advocacy for the benefit of people and all living things.

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Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium

Visit Rhode Island's largest nature center and aquarium. Walk the trails through meadows and marshes to Narragansett Bay. Say hello to Finn and Atlanta, our resident Red-tailed Hawks.

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Birding in Rhode Island

Stay involved with Audubon's birding programs and resources:

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BIG YEAR in a little state

Audubon Avian Ambassadors

Raptor Weekend, Birds of Prey, Family Event, Bristol, Rhode Island

Experience the Birding Trip of a Lifetime

Birds in Central Panama
December 6 – 11, 2018 or February 7 – 12, 2019

Led by Professional Ornithologist and Audubon Board Member, Charles Clarkson, PhD

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Latest News and Events

Check back here often for program updates, featured articles and Audubon news.

September 20, 2018

Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium closed to public on Tuesday, September 25th

The Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium will be closed to the public on Tuesday, September 25th for a full-staff meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience.

September 18, 2018

Wednesday Morning Bird Walk

This week’s Wednesday Morning Bird Walk (9/19) will be at Napatree Point. We’ll meet at 9:15 in the parking lot near the beach. Park in the shop area or the two hour parking areas. Please don’t park in front of the cabana’s near the beach. Stay tuned for possible cancellation due to the weather.

September 12, 2018

Providence Birding Adventure

Join Audubon’s Urban Education Coordinator Lisa Maloney for a FREE guided bird walk and a bird banding demonstration in Roger Williams Park. The group will gather at the parking lot of the Botanical Center on Cladrastis Avenue. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes.

September 4, 2018

Caratunk Wildlife Refuge Construction Update

The refuge will be closed to hikers/visitors on weekdays during construction due to heavy machinery operation in the parking lot area and near trail heads. The refuge will be open on Saturdays and Sundays - please follow signs regarding parking, as this may change weekly. Construction is expected to last 6 - 8 weeks, beginning on August 13, 2018. The barn and bathrooms will be closed. Check back here for progress updates.