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Red-legged Kittiwake, Pribilof Islands, Alaska. Photo: Kathleen Borshanian/Audubon Photography Awards

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Ambler Road Is Out of Here!
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Ambler Road Is Out of Here!

Today we can officially say that our message was heard loud and clear. The Ambler road is effectively stopped, protecting the Brooks Range for future generations.

Interior Announces Strengthened Protections for Special Areas
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Interior Announces Strengthened Protections for Special Areas

The Western Arctic is home to 13 million acres of Special Areas, some of the most important bird habitat in America’s Arctic—and the planet.

Exploring POW’s Part of the Southeast Alaska Birding Trail
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Exploring POW’s Part of the Southeast Alaska Birding Trail

Putting rubber boots on the ground at birding sites in Hollis, Craig, and Klawock on Prince of Wales Island during the 2024 Whale and Bird Fest.

Southeast Alaska Bird Trail—What’s Coming in 2024
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Southeast Alaska Bird Trail—What’s Coming in 2024

Over the coming year, we’ll be working to further improve the Southeast Alaska Birding Trail mobile app and to grow its usage within the region. We plan to expand partnerships with local Southeast Alaska businesses, including adventure guides and outfitters, to elevate the trail’s value.

The Latest on America’s Arctic
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The Latest on America’s Arctic

During last fall's public process for both the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the National Petroleum Reserve–Alaska or Western Arctic, Audubon heavily encouraged comments from the public. Here’s how you came through for the Arctic!

Alaska’s Federal Public Lands Updates
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Alaska’s Federal Public Lands Updates

A lot is happening on Alaska’s federal public lands. Here’s where we’ve been and where we’re going in 2024 ...

Hope in the (Decreasing) Dark
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Hope in the (Decreasing) Dark

From America’s Arctic to the Tongass National Forest, we have big plans for the coming year. Alaska’s diverse ecosystems, cultures, and politics require unique and creative solutions for both nature and people—and that’s what we’ll continue to bring to the table.

The Road Not Yet Traveled: West Susitna Access Road
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The Road Not Yet Traveled: West Susitna Access Road

Informative take on the proposed West Susitna Access Road in relation to critically important shorebird breeding and foraging habitat.

Coastal Biologist Lindsay Addison Tells Us How to #ShareTheShore
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Coastal Biologist Lindsay Addison Tells Us How to #ShareTheShore

In the nicest way possible.

Let’s Talk About Threats
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Let’s Talk About Threats

We talked with Scott Weidensaul, naturalist, author, and migration expert, on the connection between the importance of habitat conservation and a successful migratory journey for the American Golden-Plover.

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