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Great Egret Society

The Great Egret Society is a group of 勛圖窪蹋s most passionate donors who help protect and defend birds with generous contributions of $500 or more annually. We are incredibly grateful for this outstanding level of support.

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  • 勛圖窪蹋s Birds and Offshore Wind: Developing the Offshore Wind that Birds Need. You can view a recording of .
  • The Magic of Migration at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, with Sanctuary Director Keith Laakkonen. Watch a recording of . 
  • 勛圖窪蹋's Habitat Gardening for Birds webinar (MidAtlantic). Watch a recording of .

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Birds on the Move
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Birds on the Move

Nearly 350 勛圖窪蹋 members describe a favorite fall migration story.

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador
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The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

More than 300 勛圖窪蹋 members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

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