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Date
08/01/2026 - 08/31/2026

Date
12/01/2026 - 12/31/2026

Date
07/01/2026 - 07/31/2026

Date
06/01/2026 - 07/01/2026
Category
Blog Contributions

Date
05/01/2026 - 05/31/2026

Date
11/01/2026 - 12/01/2026

Date
10/01/2026 - 10/31/2026

Date
09/01/2026 - 10/01/2026

Date
06/04/2026 - 06/04/2026
Category
Classes

Date
10/17/2026 - 10/17/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
07/25/2026 - 07/25/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
08/22/2026 - 08/22/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
09/12/2026 - 09/12/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
11/14/2026 - 11/14/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
12/19/2026 - 12/19/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
05/23/2026 - 05/23/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
06/06/2026 - 06/06/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Baker Sanctuary
12308 Lime Creek Rd
Leander, TX 78641
Travis
Description

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.


Date
07/01/2026 - 07/01/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
06/03/2026 - 06/03/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
06/06/2026 - 06/06/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/16/2026 - 05/16/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/17/2026 - 05/17/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/16/2026 - 05/16/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/20/2026 - 05/20/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders | Master Birders
Description

You will be assisting with the birding portion of this plant and bird walk. You will also be joined by a plant guide from NPSOT and a Horticulture specialist from Waterloo Greenway.


Category
Blog Contributions
Description

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. 


Category
New Volunteer Application
Description

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


Date
05/27/2026 - 05/27/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/15/2026 - 05/15/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
06/13/2026 - 06/13/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders | Master Birders
Description

7:30 AM - 10:30 AM


Date
06/14/2026 - 06/14/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders | Master Birders
Description

7:30 AM - 10:30 AM


Date
03/29/2026 - 10/18/2026
Category
Classes

Date
06/14/2026 - 06/14/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
07/14/2026 - 07/14/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Category
Events/Outreach | New Volunteer Application
Description

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.


Date
06/27/2026 - 06/27/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/30/2026 - 05/30/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Category
Events/Outreach | New Volunteer Application
Description
Represent Travis Audubon at local events by leading small activities, distributing collateral, and discussing the benefits of being a TAS member.

Description

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.

 


Description

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.

 


Date
05/23/2026 - 05/23/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
08/15/2026 - 08/15/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
07/18/2026 - 07/18/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
06/20/2026 - 06/20/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/16/2026 - 05/16/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/23/2026 - 05/23/2026
Category
Sanctuary Work | Sanctuary Work Days
Location
Hornsby Bend
2210 South FM 973
Austin, TX TX 78725
Travis
Description

Starts at 9am - 1pm
Registration is not required for this event

Ecological Literacy Volunteer Day – Help maintain Hornsby Bend! Did you know that all the Hornsby Bend trails, habitat gardens, and kiosks were built and are maintained by volunteers? If you enjoy birding or walking along the Colorado River here, please join us in maintaining these amenities and supporting public access at Hornsby Bend.

o    Wear work clothes [long pants], hat for shade, and sturdy shoes; bring water and binoculars if interested in birds.


Date
06/20/2026 - 06/20/2026
Category
Classes

Date
05/30/2026 - 05/30/2026
Category
Classes

Date
05/19/2026 - 05/23/2026
Category
Classes

Category
Master Birders
Description
Any educational classes related to the natural world offered by a legitimate institution or organization (includes training for TAS events such as Victor Emanuel and PUMA parties).

Date
05/23/2026 - 05/23/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
07/01/2026 - 07/01/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
08/05/2026 - 08/05/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
06/06/2026 - 06/06/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/30/2026 - 05/30/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
06/27/2026 - 06/27/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/16/2026 - 05/16/2026
Category
Master Birders | Sanctuary Work | Sanctuary Work Days
Description

3rd Saturday of every month

Please wear long pants, and closed toe shoes and bring a bottle of water. There is a port-a-potty on the property.  Sun screen and insect repellent are recommended.

Contact Flo Rice (farice1@gmail.com) with any questions. 


Description

Leaders who are comfortable leading a paid walk


Date
05/20/2026 - 05/20/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders
Location
Reimers Ranch
23610 Hamilton Pool Road Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Description

3rd Wednesday of the month


Category
New Volunteer Application
Description
Assist with sanctuary work days (Blair Woods, Baker, Chaetura Canyon, or Commons Ford). Look for upcoming events on the TAS calendar.

Date
06/13/2026 - 06/13/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/15/2026 - 05/15/2026
Category
Community Science

Date
05/16/2026 - 05/16/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders


Category
Committees | New Volunteer Application
Description

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.


Category
New Volunteer Application
Location
TX
United States of America
Description
Help us periodically with administrative tasks in our office, such as organizing supplies and files, mailing letters, etc. Your assistance will help the office run more efficiently and allow us to better serve our members and the public. Must be a Travis Audubon member.

Date
05/23/2026 - 05/23/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Description
Assist with setting up, greeting, and facilitating educational activities at our family and youth events! Includes helping out at Young Birders Club trips. By applying to this volunteer category, you consent to TAS performing a background check.

Date
05/26/2026 - 05/26/2026
Category
Field Trip Leaders

Date
05/19/2026 - 05/21/2026
Category
Classes | Master Birders
Description

Class on May 19 and May 21