What’s New?
GGAS’s Code of Ethics
Golden Gate Audubon Society Code of Ethics At Golden Gate Audubon Society, we believe deeply in our dual responsibility to protect and enhance the welfare of bird populations and their habitats and to promote a safe, inclusive, welcoming, and holistic birding experience for birders. We strive to minimize and … [Read More...]
Summer 2020 Gull is available
The new edition of The Gull newsletter for Summer 2020 is now available online. Learn about the life and career of Clay Anderson, GGAS's Eco-Education Manager. Also read about backyard birding in the time of Covid-19, GGAS's stance on civil and environmental justice, and get updates about what we've been up to … [Read More...]
Upcoming Field Trips
Upcoming Field Trips…
Join us on one of our upcoming field trips! Most are free and beginners are always welcome.
Ballena Bay, Alameda
Saturday, Feb. 1, 9-11 a.m.
Megan Jankowski, leader
We will bird along the bayside of Ballena Blvd, walking to the end of the island…
Travel with GGAS 2020…
See the birds of the world with Golden Gate Audubon!
Visit the world’s largest wetlands in Brazil. Get up-close views of grey whales and nesting seabirds off the coast of Baja California. Explore the wildlife in the cloud forests of Costa Rica or the monsoon forests of Australia. Discover the birding wonders of Everglades National Park in Florida.
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“A Bird Class” Student for 16 Years
By Linda Swanson You’re thinking no, that can’t be possible, sixteen years? But yes, I was a student in Joe Morlan’s weekly Bird Class beginning in the fall of 2003, and was continually enrolled through the spring 2019 semester. Technically speaking, that took place in 17 … [Read More...]
New Bluebird in Central Alameda
By Linda Carloni Western Bluebirds are favorites of many, with the male’s brilliant royal-blue colors and rusty breast. The species has long been seen on Alameda Point perching near the soccer fields and using the nest boxes installed for them near Crab Cove. They’ve been … [Read More...]