Hundreds of North American birds are at risk, including many in Idaho writes guest blogger Terry Rich. Evening Grosbeak by Sean Pursley

Stewardship Coordinator Danae Fails writes about Golden Eagle Audubon’s active role in restoring healthy habitat to the Boise foothills after the Valley Fire. Western Meadowlark by Alec Andrus

It’s time for birders to speak up to influence Idaho Fish and Game’s 10-year Strategic Plan. Board member Abby Urbanek tells you how. Mountain Bluebird by Louisa Evers

Jo Anne recounts her adventure birding in Costa Rica with Golden Eagle Audubon Society.

Guest Blogger Terry Rich explains how priorities for bird conservation funding are made and the importance of international cooperation. Flammulated Owl by Thompson-Nicola Conservation Collaborative.

Guest Blogger Debbie Wiggins introduces two favorite winter ducks, the Common Goldeneye and Barrow’s Goldeneye.

Boise Valley Fly Fishers leader George Butts writes about local efforts to reduce fishing line trash that can injure or kill birds including the collection tube they designed and installed.

What duck eats acorns and climbs trees? Guest Blogger Debbie Wiggins introduces us to the Wood Duck.

Photo by Dondi Black

Guest Blogger Sydney Meng introduces us to Idaho’s dinosaur, the Sandhill Crane, and explains their evolutionary journey.

Sandhill Cranes by Linda Wentz