ABOUT US

Mission

The mission of the Dubuque Audubon Society is to provide educational opportunities to the people of the tri-state area and to preserve the natural habitat of birds and other wildlife.

Monthly Programs

Our monthly programs feature speakers on topics related to nature and the environment.

Programs are usually held on the second Thursday of the month, from September through May. We have a social/sharing time starting at 6:45, with the program following from 7-8 PM. The usual location is the EB Lyons Interpretive Center at 8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, IA 52003. View Map

Check EVENTS to confirm dates and locations. Changes and cancellations will be posted there as well as on Facebook.

Field Trips

Field trips are scheduled to wildlife and natural areas in the tri-state vicinity. Occasional weekend or full day trips are also planned.

Annual events include the Duck Waddle, the Spring Bird Count, and the Christmas Bird Count.

Check EVENTS for details on all upcoming events. Changes and cancellations will be posted there as well as on Facebook.

Board Meetings

Board meetings are held at 5:30 PM ahead of monthly programs and are open to members and the public.

However, requests to speak must be made at least one week in advance, to be included on the agenda.

Fundraising

The society accepts donations and has fundraising opportunities to support its goals and mission.

Projects

Dubuque Audubon works on various projects, both one-time and ongoing.

History

The Dubuque Bird Club was organized on March 11, 1929. The president was Mrs. R. W. Johnson, and there were 14 charter members who met at her house.

The Dubuque Bird Club became the Dubuque Audubon Society on January 11, 1973, becoming a charter member of the National Audubon Society.

Bylaws

Officers & Board Members

Marty Corfman

President

Ken Kiss

Vice President

Maggie O'Connell

Secretary

Andrea Pellerito

Treasurer

Chuck Isenhart

Mary Leigh

Web Admin

Tony Moline

Lori Ollendick

Joe Tollari

Bob Walton

Iowa Audubon Liason

Sandy Walton

Kari Zelinskas

Committee Chairs

Membership: Mary Leigh

Program: Bob & Sandy Walton

Field Trips & Volunteer Opportunities: Tony Moline

Conservation: Chuck Isenhart

Publicity: Marty Corfman

Newsletter: Marty Corfman, Mary Leigh

Technology: Lori Ollendick