Weminuche Audubon Society

Wildlife Habitat Education and Conservation in Southwest Colorado

  • September Chapter Meeting/Creating Backyard Habitat

    Community United Methodist Church 434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO

    At our September meeting join in a discussion of actions we can take to help birds thrive.  We will brainstorm ways to create habitat for and protect the birds that visit our yards. Are bird strikes at your windows killing or … Continue reading

  • Birding at Chimney Rock National Monument

    This fun and casual 2-hour bird walk is led by a knowledgeable birding guide from the Weminuche Audubon Society. These outings will introduce you to the diverse community of birds that spend their summer at Chimney Rock National Monument. Your … Continue reading

  • October Big Day/Migratory Bird Day

    Two fall events that celebrate birds occur this week on Saturday, October 11, and you can participate.  October Big Day brings together people who care about birds and contribute to the effort to understand how bird populations are faring worldwide. … Continue reading

  • Photo Club Presentation on Bosque del Apache

    Community United Methodist Church 434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO

    The November meeting of the Pagosa Springs Photography Club will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.  The Club meets in the Community United Methodist Church at 434 Lewis Street in Pagosa Springs. The program will start … Continue reading

  • November Bird ID Class

    Community United Methodist Church 434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO

    Already November and that means we're thinking Christmas, Christmas Bird Count that is, and hope that you are also.  Recently our lakes have been hosting large numbers of birds, some returning from northern breeding grounds. To get us in the … Continue reading

  • Bird Questions Answered!

    Online Presentation

    How do I attract birds to my yard? How can I identify owls in flight? Is bird migration triggered by instinct or climate? If you have a question about birds, bring it to Naturalist Chat, A Bird Q&A! Join Community Science … Continue reading

  • Audubon After Dark

    Online Presentation

    Join us for Bird Story Hour: Beyond Turkey on November 20 to hear about amazing birds that share their family tree with the turkey! Conservation photographer Dave Showalter and Audubon Rockies Executive Director Alison Holloran will team up with the After Dark … Continue reading

  • Winter Birds Class

    Community United Methodist Church 434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO

    Due to our continuing snowfall and poor road conditions, we will not be meeting at the church this evening.  The class will be presented on Zoom only. This second of 3 bird identification classes in preparation for the Christmas Bird … Continue reading

  • Winter Birds Class

    Community United Methodist Church 434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, CO

    The last class prior to the Christmas Bird Count and presented by Audubon Rockies Community Naturalist, Keith Bruno, will cover raptors and the protocols established by National Audubon to be used on count day. We always have a fun time … Continue reading

  • Christmas Bird Count

    Plan to join us on Sunday, December 14, for National Audubon’s 126th annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC).  This will mark the 15th year of data contributions from the Pagosa Springs area in the count organized by Weminuche Audubon Society.  Some of … Continue reading