Volunteer Application

November 14 at Reimers Ranch 8:30-12:30. The Balcones Canyonlands chapter of the Texas Master Naturalist Program is in need of one or two leaders to lead beginner bird walks at Reimers Ranch. There will be 3-4 walks, each an hour long, with groups of 8-10 trainees. This could be one person to lead all the walks or two leaders might team up to lead the walks together, or two leaders could split the walks up between them. Info for this event is attached below. Please let me and Cheryl know if you'd like to volunteer.

Baker Sanctuary is one of Travis Audubon’s three wildlife sanctuaries. The 715-acre preserve is the first in the world set aside for the protection of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler. Join Travis Audubon Land Steward and Educator, Chris Murray, to help remove non-native plants and maintain trails.

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.

Questions? Contact Chris Murray at chris@travisaudubon.org.

Baker Sanctuary is one of Travis Audubon’s three wildlife sanctuaries. The 715-acre preserve is the first in the world set aside for the protection of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler. Join Travis Audubon Land Steward and Educator, Chris Murray, to help remove non-native plants and maintain trails.

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.

Questions? Contact Chris Murray at chris@travisaudubon.org.

Baker Sanctuary is one of Travis Audubon’s three wildlife sanctuaries. The 715-acre preserve is the first in the world set aside for the protection of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler. Join Travis Audubon Land Steward and Educator, Chris Murray, to help remove non-native plants and maintain trails.

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.

Questions? Contact Chris Murray at chris@travisaudubon.org.

Baker Sanctuary is one of Travis Audubon’s three wildlife sanctuaries. The 715-acre preserve is the first in the world set aside for the protection of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler. Join Travis Audubon Land Steward and Educator, Chris Murray, to help remove non-native plants and maintain trails.

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.

Questions? Contact Chris Murray at chris@travisaudubon.org.

Baker Sanctuary is one of Travis Audubon’s three wildlife sanctuaries. The 715-acre preserve is the first in the world set aside for the protection of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler. Join Travis Audubon Land Steward and Educator, Chris Murray, to help remove non-native plants and maintain trails.

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.

Questions? Contact Chris Murray at chris@travisaudubon.org.

This free event will feature hands-on activities and insightful lectures on the science and conservation policies surrounding Barton Springs and the Edwards Aquifer, delivered by leading experts in the field.

We are invited to host an interactive table at the Fair, located on the South Hill of Barton Springs. Our table will invite folks to try spotting some bird cutouts using binoculars and learn more about the birds in the Austin area.

Here is a short video about BSU to give you a better idea of the day as a whole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XvRZIsO-tY&t=1s

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, October 27th
Setup: 7 AM - 9 AM
Duration: 10 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: South Hill, Barton Springs
We will provide each organization with a table, two chairs, a t-shirt, and a delicious lunch from TacoDeli. This is a fantastic opportunity to reach over 1,000 high school students, hundreds of college students, and local citizens, sending them away with an important and memorable takeaway about your organization and how they can apply environmental awareness and civic engagement in their daily lives.

We’re seeking one additional volunteer to write a "Bird of the Week" article. The volunteer will contribute one article per month, focusing on a local bird species, its habits, habitats, and conservation. 

Bird Surveys
Assist with bird surveys (including Christmas Bird Count, Bird Collision surveys, etc.), assessments of our sanctuaries, and other field work.

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Blair Woods, Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary, needs your help. Your restoration efforts will make a tremendous difference in creating a biodiverse landscape.

Our trails and native plants are essential for educating students and visitors about Central Texas wildlife and conservation. Join us to keep Blair Woods wild and beautiful!

All equipment and training provided.
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing to protect from insects and the elements. Hats, sunblock, and bug spray are your friends!
Please bring a water bottle to keep hydrated while volunteering.
Questions? Contact CJ Williams at cj@travisaudubon.org

Name of class: Birding 101: Fall 2026
Location: Brushy Creek Lake Park  (3300 Brushy Creek Road Cedar Park, TX 78613)
Date and time: Sat, 9/5/26, 9:30-10:30 am 
Age: 9 and up 

Contact: Danise Rivera-Guevera  danise.rivera-guevara@cedarparktexas.gov

Cedar Park Parks and Rec

Max participants: 10 
Description: Discover birdwatching and bird education in these beginner-friendly programs designed for nature enthusiasts. You will learn essential skills including bird identification by sight and sound, proper use of binoculars and field guides, and an introduction to species found in our region. 

Speakers Bureau
Speak to local clubs, organizations and libraries about Travis Audubon. Topics may include Bird of Austin Area, Backyard Birds, Gardening for Birds, Species specific talks, Migration or Where to go Birding in Austin.

Talks are typically 45 minutes with additional time for questions.

To learn more, visit our Community Outreach page.

Tabling Volunteer
As a Tabling Volunteer for Travis Audubon, you'll assist with setting up tables, facilitating activities, and engaging attendees by sharing information about our conservation efforts. Volunteers are required to stop by the office prior to the event to pick up supplies.

Saturday, Sept 19, 2026
Saturday, Sept 26, 2026
Saturday, Oct 10, 2026
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026

Committee Chair: Richard Deulofeut

The role of the Finance & Audit Committee is to provide financial oversight for the organization. Typical task areas include budgeting and financial planning, financial reporting, and the creation and monitoring of internal controls and accountability policies. In addition, this committee is responsible for the selection, oversight and driving the approval of the organization’s annual audit.

Committee Chair: Open

This committee oversees the organization's fundraising efforts and ensuring financial sustainability. This includes developing and implementing fundraising strategies, monitoring progress, and engaging board members in development activities. They also play a key role in cultivating relationships with donors and supporters, and ensuring that fundraising activities are well–resourced.

Leaders who are comfortable leading a paid walk

7pm - 8:30pm

Travis Audubon relies on several vital committees to carry out our important work, with a focus on youth programs, advocacy, education, field trips, and specific projects like the Purple Martin and Chimney Swift initiatives. Volunteers are key to these efforts, attending committee meetings every other month, and have the option to take on more time-intensive tasks, allowing them to make an even greater impact on our mission.

Virtual Lecture Dates:
Sept 15, Tuesday
Sept 22, Tuesday
Oct 6, Tuesday
Oct 13, Tuesday