November 1997, Volume 31, Number 3

Contributions Pay Off in Stronger Programs November General Meeting Pee Wee Explores Ocean Shores Thank You Christmas Bird Count Old Field Guides Needed Audubon Adventures New Name for Pee Wee? Birding Bodega Bay: Fall and Winter Faire for the River Midweek Walkabout Results Pee Wee Report Beginners Bird Walks Some New Splits Through the Garden Gate: Backyard Birding Welcome New Members

Contributions Pay Off in Stronger Programs WE'RE DOING IT! DURING the past year, Madrone Audubon has been getting even stronger, especially in our top-priority youth education programs. This is due to the volunteer efforts and financial contributions of many Madrone members, and we hope you are pleased with the results. Here is some of what's being accomplished: * Pee Wee Audubon is adding second sessions of some of its most popular outings, so more families can be accommodated. Marilyn Scott is also acquiring spotting scopes, child-size binoculars, and field guides to be used in the monthly Pee Wee outings. * Our Education Kits for classroom teachers and youth group leaders are being expanded and updated. A Bat Kit is now being assembled, and a kit on Owls was made possible by a special donation from Sam and Vicki Sebastiani, in memory of August Sebastiani. These and five other kits of exciting teaching aids can be reserved through Judy Hartwig, 823-4093. * Audubon Adventures is now reaching more than 90 classrooms in Sonoma County. This means the popular natural-science program provided by National Audubon is now reaching more than 2,000 local students. In addition to 17 classes that are funded by 14 individual donors, the Madrone chapter is funding an additional 73 classes. Thanks to everyone who contributed, and to Robert Evans who helped introduce the program to many new teachers this year. * Madrone Audubon is now on the World Wide Web. The latest issue of the Leaves, the current schedule of bird walks, conservation alerts, and insider tips on birding some of Sonoma County's best habitats now are all available instantly at our Web address: audubon.sonoma.net. * We've also expanded our responsibilities with National Audubon's Mayacamas Mountains Sanctuary. In addition to the Bird Census Project, clean-up crews, and active advocacy for the Preserve, Madrone is helping with physical improvements to the property. Most immediately, a sign is being installed to identify the preserve, and some derelict structures on the property will be removed. Future plans call for vehicle-deterrent fencing, erosion repair, and identification of parking areas. All of this was made possible by last year's special fund drive, a very successful Birdathon, proceeds from the Sonoma County Breeding Bird Atlas, and sales of our hand-crafted bird boxes. To keep it up in the coming year, we need your continued support. A reply envelope is enclosed with this issue, and your gift in any amount will be greatly appreciated. -JSB

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