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Audubon Southwest

Greater Roadrunner. Photo: Mick Thompson

Audubon Southwest is a regional office of the National Audubon Society, covering Arizona and New Mexico.

Audubon protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Our Work

Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary

Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary

The Rio Salado Audubon Center, a rusted crimson building nestled amidst blooming desert foliage in Phoenix, Arizona.

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Photo: Luke Franke/Audubon

The Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch, a tan building in the middle of a grass and scrubland in southern Arizona.

The Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch in Elgin, Arizona. Photo: Corey Lycopolus/Audubon

Recent News

New Federal Rule Would Reduce Protections for Water in the West, Harming People and Birds
Western Rivers Action Network

New Federal Rule Would Reduce Protections for Water in the West, Harming People and Birds

By Haley Paul

The Trump Administration’s revised Waters of the United States rule would shrink the number of waterways protected under the Clean Water Act.

Springing Into Action
Western Rivers Action Network

Springing Into Action

By Steven Prager

Arizona WRAN News: March, 2019

A Celebration of International Women's Month
About Us

A Celebration of International Women's Month

By Desiree Loggins

Women are leaders in conservation and that is something to celebrate. Join us in reflecting on how the women in our lives connect us to nature, our communities, and to conservation in the western U.S.

How Craft Beer Is Helping Save Water In the Colorado River Basin
Western Rivers Action Network

How Craft Beer Is Helping Save Water In the Colorado River Basin

The Western Rivers Brewers Council continues to be an integral partner of Audubon Arizona’s dedication to a sustainable water future.

The Drought Contingency Plan and How We Got Here
Western Rivers Action Network

The Drought Contingency Plan and How We Got Here

Getting DCP over the finish line.

After Major Progress in Arizona Water Policy, Audubon Continues the Cause
Western Rivers Action Network

After Major Progress in Arizona Water Policy, Audubon Continues the Cause

At its annual advocacy day, Audubon’s Western Rivers Action Network talked water with Arizona lawmakers.

Audubon Gives Testimony In Support of Funding to Remove Invasive Plants Along Arizona's Rivers
Western Rivers Action Network

Audubon Gives Testimony In Support of Funding to Remove Invasive Plants Along Arizona's Rivers

By Haley Paul

The grant funding would help restore native plants and habitat.

Audubon, Brewers, National Forest Foundation, and Northern Arizona University Team Up on Salt River Restoration Project
News

Birds and Beer Rely on Healthy Rivers

February 15, 2019 — Audubon, Brewers, National Forest Foundation, and Northern Arizona University Team Up on Salt River Restoration Project
The Latest on the Colorado River's System Conservation Pilot Program
Western Rivers Action Network

The Latest on the Colorado River's System Conservation Pilot Program

Audubon is urging Congress to extend the program which supports people and birds in the arid West.

Western Water Highlights and Wins in 2018
Western Rivers Action Network

Western Water Highlights and Wins in 2018

In 2018, we worked to protect the arid West’s greatest natural resource: WATER - for birds and people.

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