Welcome to Citrus County Audubon Society, a group of active individuals interested in birding, wildlife and the conservation of all our natural resources.  Our meetings spotlight interesting and informative speakers presenting programs of interest to a wide audience, including children.  We also participate in a variety of community outreach programs.  Please come and get acquainted!

     Citrus County Audubon Society was incorporated in 1971.  It’s an all-volunteer local chapter of both Audubon of Florida and National Audubon Society.   In addition to birds and birding, it supports the conservation of all wildlife and natural resources through education and community support.

     Meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month from October through April starting at 7:00 PM (see Event Calendar page).  The meetings are open to the public.

     Field Trips are held 15-20 times a year, usually September through April (see Event Calendar page).  They are typically day trips to local birding trails in Citrus County or surrounding areas.  Occasionally, a two-day trip is offered to a birding hot spot in another part of the state.  All levels of birders, from beginners to advanced, enjoy these trips.  In addition to birds, a variety of other wildlife is observed, and our members who enjoy photography find many subjects to “shoot.”

     Christmas Bird Count:  Each year a day is selected during the Christmas holidays for members of Citrus County Audubon Society to participate in National Audubon Society’s annual Christmas Bird Count.  The bird count helps monitor the trends in numbers and species of birds found in our county and is entered into the data base of official national records.  All members with all levels of birding skills participate in this very important and enjoyable activity.  It’s a great way to sharpen skills and learn more about the birding sites throughout the county.

     Great Florida Birding Trail:  Citrus County is located in the middle of the West Section of the Great Florida Birding Trail.  Here you will find 21 official trails and 21 additional “hot spots”, covering a great variety of habitats.  The trails system includes walking, boating and driving trails. Some have handicap access.  For complete information, go to www.citrusbirdingtrail.com or pick up a Citrus County Birding Trail Guide at a meeting of Citrus County Audubon Society or from any trailhead that has an office.