About Us
Altacal Audubon Society (AAS) is a chapter of the National Audubon Society. AAS is a separately incorporated non-profit organization with a local chapter membership.
ALTACAL'S MISSION STATEMENT:
To promote the awareness, appreciation, and protection of native birds and their habitats through education, research, and environmental activities.
Altacal Audubon is fortunate to be located along the Pacific Flyway, a major migratory route for many birds, and centered in one of the most diversified wildlife regions in California. This unique area is rich with exemplary bird habitat, hosting abundant wintering waterfowl, native raptors, and varied terrestrial wildlife.
The diverse habitats, mild winter weather, plentiful food, and rich quantities of water, combined with the Flyway provide excellent birding opportunities with well over 300 local species. We are dedicated to preserving and protecting this wealth of birds and their habitats through education, monthly programs on birds and related topics, field trips to natural areas and wildlife refuges, outreach booths at local events, and youth outdoor education activities.
Altacal Audubon Society has been educating and advocating for birds since 1973. We continue to offer free field trips to the general public. Beginners are always welcome, since our trip leaders are eager to instill a love of birds in anyone. We provide indoor and outdoor education for primary and secondary school classes: Getting kids out in nature where they learn about birds, their habits, and how they fit into the ecosystem is important work!
Your membership will help Altacal Audubon Society continue its important work. 100% of our membership dues go to support local projects and activities.
Board Members and Committee Chairs
STAFF
Executive Director
Jared Geiser
Field Trip Coordinator
Karen Smith
Publications/Newsletter
Carla Resnick
Website and Media Editor
Ryan Schwalm
Christmas Bird Count Coordinator
Mary Muchowski
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Membership
Cathy Carter
Education: Understanding Biodiversity
John Seid
Programs
Jennifer Patten
Neighborhood Habitat Certification Program
Deb Halfpenny
Lands/Sanctuary Refuge
Vacant
Conservation
Vacant
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President
Ken Sobon
Vice President
John Seid
Secretary
Elizabeth Webster
Treasurer
Taunya Shilling
