Discover how accessible birding can make a significant impact on individuals with access challenges and learn practical ways you can contribute to a more inclusive birding community. This engaging talk will cover the mission and work of Birdability, highlighting the importance of accessible trails and the profound benefits of connecting with nature for mental and physical well-being. Whether you’re a birding enthusiast, a nature advocate, or someone interested in promoting inclusivity, this presentation will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a difference. Learn how you can get involved, advocate for accessibility improvements, and help ensure that birding locations and communities are accessible to everyone.

Free Registration link: 7830.blackbaudhosting.com/7830/Birds-CAN-Change-the-World-presented-by-Birdability

Birdability is thrilled to announce the launch of the Birdability Book Club. Birdability is dedicated to making birding and bird activities more accessible for everyone, especially individuals with disabilities. The Birdability Book Club is an extension of this commitment, providing a welcoming space for participants to connect, share experiences, and explore the world of birds through the lens of literature. The book club is scheduled every other month on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time/6:00 P.M. Central Time/5:00 P.M. Mountain Time/4:00 P.M. Pacific Time. Please register here to receive the link for our virtual meeting.

Birding is for Everyone and Everybody

Aug. 31 at 2 p.m., Rock Creek Station State Historical Park by Fairbury, NE. Meet Birdability Captain Cassandra Dean at the Visitor Center for a free birding activity that is accessible and inclusive, open to everyone including beginner birders and families with small children. Join a guided bird outing or view birds from the Visitor Center lobby. The birding trail is a mowed grass trail with a slight slope. It is about 1 mile, a half mile in and a half mile out, from the Visitor Center. Picnic table seating will be available about a quarter mile from the Visitor Center. The guided outing will take about one hour and will be limited to the first 20 people. Birding may also be done from the Visitor Center lobby by viewing birds at the feeding station through the large picture windows. A Nebraska state park entry permit is required.

Birdability is thrilled to announce the launch of the Birdability Book Club. Birdability is dedicated to making birding and bird activities more accessible for everyone, especially individuals with disabilities. The Birdability Book Club is an extension of this commitment, providing a welcoming space for participants to connect, share experiences, and explore the world of birds through the lens of literature. The book club is scheduled every other month on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time/6:00 P.M. Central Time/5:00 P.M. Mountain Time/4:00 P.M. Pacific Time. Please register here to receive the link for our virtual meeting.

Let’s celebrate the end of LGBTQIA Pride (June) and Disability Pride Month (July) with an opportunity to bird and build community. This is an opportunity for anyone interested in birds and birding to join us for an INCLUSIVE and ACCESSIBLE slow birding event with coffee and community! We will meet at Terry Trueblood Shelter #1, which is to the right of the Lodge if you are facing the Lodge. There are accessible parking spots in the parking lot, a paved trail (with little to no slope or incline) to the shelter, and restrooms available nearby. We will convene at the shelter which offers a paved slab, shade, tables, and grassy area near the water. We will observe whatever birds we can from there, and there will be opportunities to venture out onto the path beside the river for those that would like to participate in a walk/roll/stroll/crutch. For those joining the walk, we will move at the pace of the slowest birder. No birding experience is necessary. We will have a few pairs of binoculars and a scope for use.

Let's Go Birding Together outings are for everyone who loves birds and the outdoors. We welcome those who identify as LGBTQ, allies, families, and anyone who wants to enjoy an outdoor experience that is inclusive. Why do we do this? Because the outdoors has not always been a welcoming place for folks with disabilities or other health concerns, for BIPOC birders, and for LGBTQIA people. This is an opportunity to celebrate that birding is for everybody and every body!

In June, join us for our Birdability Information Session on 'Leading an Accessible and Inclusive Bird Outing: Considerations and Conversations.' Gain insights on making your outings more accessible, and engage in discussions about building programming that centers and celebrates individuals with various access needs due to disabilities and other health concerns. Our session on June 27th will provide resources and tips for creating inclusive, accessible outings!

Be sure to RSVP and join us in our work to build inclusive birding!

Register HERE

Birdability is thrilled to announce the launch of the Birdability Book Club. Birdability is dedicated to making birding and bird activities more accessible for everyone, especially individuals with disabilities. The Birdability Book Club is an extension of this commitment, providing a welcoming space for participants to connect, share experiences, and explore the world of birds through the lens of literature. The book club is scheduled every other month on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time/6:00 P.M. Central Time/5:00 P.M. Mountain Time/4:00 P.M. Pacific Time. Please register here to receive the link for our virtual meeting.

June 19 at 8:30-9 a.m., Riverside Park in Beatrice, NE during Homestead Days. Meet at the picnic shelter in Riverside Park. The paved trail will be 1/4 mile. Accessible parking and restrooms are available. Please bring binoculars, but if you don’t have any, binoculars will be provided.

Birding is for Everyone and Everybody

June 15 at 2 p.m.; Aug. 31 at 2 p.m., Rock Creek Station State Historical Park by Fairbury, NE. Meet Birdability Captain Cassandra Dean at the Visitor Center for a free birding activity that is accessible and inclusive, open to everyone including beginner birders and families with small children. Join a guided bird outing or view birds from the Visitor Center lobby. The birding trail is a mowed grass trail with a slight slope. It is about 1 mile, a half mile in and a half mile out, from the Visitor Center. Picnic table seating will be available about a quarter mile from the Visitor Center. The guided outing will take about one hour and will be limited to the first 20 people. Birding may also be done from the Visitor Center lobby by viewing birds at the feeding station through the large picture windows. A Nebraska state park entry permit is required.

Dive into the world of accessibility advocacy with us on May 23, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. ET!

Are you passionate about making birding more inclusive in your community?

Join our upcoming Info Session to learn about becoming a Birdability Captain - a role that's all about championing accessibility and inclusion in the wonderful world of birding!

Our international network of Birdability Captains are dedicated volunteers working to improve accessibility and inclusion in their local birding communities. Whether it's completing Birdability Site Reviews or organizing accessible birding outings, these Captains are making a real difference.

At this session, you'll hear from a panel of current Birdability Captains, sharing insights and experiences from their volunteer work. Learn what it takes to be a part of this incredible network and how you can make a meaningful impact in your area.

We're investing in the growth of our volunteer community and creating opportunities for learning and collaboration. Whether you have an hour a month or more to spare, there's a place for you in our inclusive network.

What's expected of Birdability Captains? We operate on an "opt-in" model, but there are minimum expectations for engagement. From attending meetings to organizing local events and participating in ongoing education, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

Save the date - May 23, 2024, and join us on this journey towards a more welcoming, inclusive, and accessible world of birding!

Birdability knows the importance of virtual social opportunities to people who experience disabilities and health concerns. It can be difficult to socialize when you have an access challenge, and that is why we’re bringing the popular bird-themed board game, Wingspan, to monthly games nights on Zoom! Join Birdability right from the comfort of your home to make friends and play birds on the second Thursday of each month at 6 PM Central Time! Join us via Zoom here!

Apr 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT

Via Parasio Park, Monterey, 100 Vía Paraiso, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Trip Leader: Amanda Preece, MAS staff and Birdability Captain.

Description: Likely birds include Townsend’s and Yellow-rumped Warblers, Acorn Woodpeckers,  Red-shouldered Hawks, and others! Birders of all abilities (birding or  otherwise) are welcome on this trip. We’ll take every opportunity to sit and listen in quiet areas to better  learn our bird calls and songs. We will walk at a slow pace to better  hear and locate birds. This trip is open to all levels of birders! Bring  binoculars if you have them or note that you need binoculars when you  RSVP. We have nice ones to lend out. 

Meet: 9:00 am at the parking lot near the tennis courts on Via Parasio Road in Monterey.The GPS point for parking is located HERE. This park is in the neighborhood up the hill from downtown Monterey. Trip Difficulty: The trail will be ADA accessible, with a few benches to stop at along the route. We’ll move at a slower pace to better hear and observe the birds and wildlife at the park. Bring a small chair if you like to sit and listen. We will travel approximately 0.5 miles with no elevation gain.

Facilities: Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available at this park.

To RSVP, contact the trip leader at montereyaudubon@gmail.com.

Birdability is thrilled to announce the launch of the Birdability Book Club. Birdability is dedicated to making birding and bird activities more accessible for everyone, especially individuals with disabilities. The Birdability Book Club is an extension of this commitment, providing a welcoming space for participants to connect, share experiences, and explore the world of birds through the lens of literature. The book club is scheduled every other month on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time/6:00 P.M. Central Time/5:00 P.M. Mountain Time/4:00 P.M. Pacific Time. Please register here to receive the link for our virtual meeting.

Birdability knows the importance of virtual social opportunities to people who experience disabilities and health concerns. It can be difficult to socialize when you have an access challenge, and that is why we’re bringing the popular bird-themed board game, Wingspan, to monthly games nights on Zoom! Join Birdability right from the comfort of your home to make friends and play birds on the second Thursday of each month at 6 PM Central Time! Join us via Zoom here!

Birdability knows the importance of virtual social opportunities to people who experience disabilities and health concerns. It can be difficult to socialize when you have an access challenge, and that is why we’re bringing the popular bird-themed board game, Wingspan, to monthly games nights on Zoom! Join Birdability right from the comfort of your home to make friends and play birds on the second Thursday of each month at 6 PM Central Time! Join us via Zoom here!

Birdability is thrilled to announce the launch of the Birdability Book Club. Birdability is dedicated to making birding and bird activities more accessible for everyone, especially individuals with disabilities. The Birdability Book Club is an extension of this commitment, providing a welcoming space for participants to connect, share experiences, and explore the world of birds through the lens of literature. The book club will debut in February, with subsequent meetings scheduled every other month on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time/6:00 P.M. Central Time/5:00 P.M. Mountain Time/4:00 P.M. Pacific Time. Please register here to receive the link for our virtual meeting.

Birdability knows the importance of virtual social opportunities to people who experience disabilities and health concerns. It can be difficult to socialize when you have an access challenge, and that is why we’re bringing the popular bird-themed board game, Wingspan, to monthly games nights on Zoom! Join Birdability right from the comfort of your home to make friends and play birds on the second Thursday of each month at 6 PM Central Time! Join us via Zoom here!

The Puget Sound Estuarium's Discovery Speaker Series welcomes artists, educators, scientists, and earth advocates to share their recent or current work to raise awareness and spark conversations. These 45 minute webinars allow the audience 15 minutes for questions and answers at the end.

We are pleased to welcome Virginia Rose, founder and board president of Birdability! Birdability is a nonprofit organization that’s dedicated to welcoming, inclusive, safe and accessible outdoor birding. Learn how you can be aware of accessibility challenges and get involved in making sure that birding is for everybody and every body. If you are interested in creating these welcoming spaces you’ll want to tune in and see what Birdability is looking forward to as they continue to grow!