St. Lucie Audubon Society is a community of people who share an appreciation of Florida's wildlife and outdoors, a concern for the stewardship of its natural resources, and a commitment to a clean environment.

Dedicated to both environmental education and advocacy we:

Work to protect wildlife and conserve Florida's outstanding natural resources;
Connect people and nature through hands-on experiential learning;
Build community through members and chapters.

History

Formed in 1954 as a local chapter of the National Audubon Society and Audubon of Florida, the St. Lucie Audubon Society is the oldest conservation group in the area. St. Lucie Audubon Society was established by local citizens who enjoy the diverse population of resident and migratory birds found in St. Lucie County and are dedicated to providing environmental leadership and awareness through fellowship, education, community involvement, and conservation programs in St. Lucie County and surrounding areas.

Community Outreach

The following local activities occur monthly October through May.

Program with an informative speaker on wildlife, the environment or key legislative issues the first Thursday of each month
Monthly field trips
"The Laughing Gull" published 8 times annually from October though May.

Environmental Education

Sponsors of Audubon Adventures, an elementary teaching curriculum provided to our community's schools
Birdwatching education classes with accompaning field trips

Community Involvement

Annual Environmental School Science Project Award
Participation in "Party in the Park" environmental festival
Earth Day participation