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        Originally established as the Albany County Audubon Society in 1969, the  Audubon Society of the Capital Region (ASCR) has expanded its reach in the Capital Region to include members in Schenectady, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Columbia, southern Saratoga, & Schoharie counties.
        
        We are the local chapter of the National Audubon Society and dedicated to the protection, conservation and enjoyment of birds, wildlife and the environment in the Capital Region of New York State. | 
| Programs   ASCR is involved in several ongoing programs that are staffed by dedicated volunteers. 
        Among the programs are TangleTainers (fish line disposal containers), Bald Eagle Nest 
        Watch, bird population observation to monitor the effects of climate change, bird nest 
        box building, and consultations for native plantings for birds and pollinators.
         Contact capitalregionaudubon@gmail.com if you are interested in volunteering with ASCR. We’d be happy to have you join the flock! |   We have prepared presentations on the the topics listed below, wihch we can present to your organization/club, 
        either in person or be set up on electronic meeting sites such as Zoom and Google Meet. These presentations are informative and comprehensive.
         Contact capitalregionaudubon@gmail.com if you are interested in setting up a webinar for your organization/club. |   Each year, ASCR schedules bird hikes and walks for groups at one or more important 
        bird areas. Space is limited for the walks, but they are always fun. Bird walk leaders 
        gear the walks to the level of expertise of the group, and children are welcome.
         Contact capitalregionaudubon@gmail.com if you are interested in setting up or attending a bird walk/hike. |   ASCR has a history of providing a presence at community events. Recently, volunteers 
        have staffed tables at local farmers’ markets, plant sales, and environmental health and 
        safety events. Of special note is the ASCR Annual Bird Seed Sale, which is a major 
        fundraiser for the Society. The Sale and the ASCR Annual Meeting are two of the 
        largest recurring events, but we are always looking for more ways to spread the word 
        about birds. |