"If you take care of the birds, you take care of most of the environmental problems of the world."
Thomas Lovejoy
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~News and Upcoming Events~
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Trip Report - American Falls Shorebirds
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My Penguin Friend - A movie for the entire family at the Lamphouse Theater - Showing September 12th - 19th. See SHOWTIMES below
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September 21st Garden/Yard Tour ~ Learn how to turn your yard into a place that is welcoming to birds
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Inspired by an epic true story, this enchanting film is about a little lost penguin who - after being rescued from an oil spill - transforms the life and soul of a heartbroken fisherman. The penguin and the fisherman become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.
Watch the Trailer
SHOWTIMES
Thursday-September 12th 5:00, 7:00
Friday-September 13th 5:30
Saturday-September 14th 3:30, 5:30
Sunday- September 15th 3:30, 5:30, 7:30
Monday-September 16th CLOSED
Tuesday-September 17th 5:30, 7:30
Wednesday-September 18th 5:30
Thursday-September 19th 5:50
The Lamphouse Theater
223 5th Ave S, Twin Falls, ID 83301
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American Falls Reservoir
Shorebirds and More
TRIP REPORT
Saturday, September 14th six intrepid birders headed to American Falls Reservoir to check out the shorebird scene. The shoreline was not overly crowded with birds but the birds that were there gave us good opportunities to try our hand at identification. Most allowed for good long looks and great side-by-side comparisions. We saw Semipalmated Plovers foraging near Killdeer and Least Sandpipers right next to Western Sandpipers! Subtle differences in shape, size, and feeding strategy helped observers correctly identify them.
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We were able to survey several birding hotspots, including Willow Bay Marina, the Silo area, Sterling Wildlife Management Area, Danielson Creek Falls, Springfield Bottoms, and McTucker Ponds. On our way home we did a quick sashay through the campground at Massacre Rocks, where we saw and heard Juniper Titmouse. All together we submitted 10 checklist and tallied 58 species. Despite a chilly start to our day, we had a fabulous time. Thank you Melody, Jim, Bill, Deborah, Sarah and Becky!! Here's the Link to our Trip Report on ebird: https://ebird.org/tripreport/274955
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First Annual
Bird-Friendly Yard/Garden Tour
Saturday, September 21st
1:00 - 3:00 PM
We'll start our tour at the Twin Falls County West Pollinator Garden
~ Park in the south east corner of the parking lot~
Corner of Addison and Martin Streets
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Interested in making your yard more attractive to birds and other wildlife? Prairie Falcon Audubon Society invites you to join a tour of local yards that are bird/wildlife friendly.
Each yard has unique features to attract a variety of birds and other wildlife such as hummingbirds, orioles, finches, and goldfinches as well as other year-round residents. You will see how Karl, Jan, and Sarah have incorporated native plants and sustainable gardening practices into their yards and how they created spaces that provide the four essential habitat elements – food, water, cover, and places to raise young. Hopefully you will be inspired to maintain your own yard or green space for wildlife, whether it is one bird feeder, one nest box, one wildflower bed, one bird bath/pond, or one natural area.
Make a difference for wildlife, one yard at a time! Join us for our 1st annual Bird-Friendly Yard Tour and maybe we can include your yard on our next tour!
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From the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Click the link above to read the full article, watch some great little videos, and be inspired to do some good in the world to help out the birds
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1. Make Windows Safer, Day and Night
These simple steps save birds: On the outside of the window, install screens or break up reflections—using film, paint, or Acopian BirdSavers or other string spaced no more than two inches high or four inches wide.
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2. Keep Cats Indoors
A solution that’s good for cats and birds: Save birds and keep cats healthy by keeping cats indoors or creating an outdoor “catio.” You can also train your cat to walk on a leash.
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3. Reduce Lawn, Plant Natives
Add native plants, watch birds come in: Native plants add interest and beauty to your yard and neighborhood, and provide shelter and nesting areas for birds. The nectar, seeds, berries, and insects will sustain birds and diverse wildlife.
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4. Avoid Pesticides
A healthy choice for you, your family, and birds: Consider purchasing organic food. Nearly 70% of produce sold in the U.S. contains pesticides. Reduce pesticides around your home and garden.
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5. Drink Coffee That’s Good for Birds
Enjoy shade-grown coffee: It’s a win-win-win: it’s delicious, economically beneficial to coffee farmers, and helps more than 42 species of North American migratory songbirds that winter in coffee plantations, including orioles, warblers, and thrushes.
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6. Protect Our Planet from Plastic
Reduce your plastics: Avoid single-use plastics including bags, bottles, wraps, and disposable utensils. It’s far better to choose reusable items, but if you do have disposable plastic, be sure to recycle it.
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7. Watch Birds, Share What You See
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Prairie Falcon Audubon, Inc. fully supports
National Audubon Society's statement on
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Prairie Falcon Audubon, Inc. believes that everyone has the right to enjoy birds, the outdoors, and a healthy and safe environment. In order to fulfill our mission to educate the general public about birds, bird watching, and preservation/improvement of the environment that birds and bird watchers share, we will work to include everyone, no matter their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, political affiliation, age, or disability. We are committed to building an equitable, diverse, anti-racist, accessible, fun, and inclusive organization that supports birds, and the people who watch them, in our community.
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CHECK THIS OUT!
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
An incredible resource for anyone (young to old) who wants to learn more about birds!
"Whether you’re a bird lover, an educator, or a student, interactive courses and multimedia-rich resources will lead you into the fascinating lives of birds, from birding basics to comprehensive ornithology."
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Learn More About Birds with These Courses
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Watch a Short Video
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A curated collection of educational videos from Cornell Lab
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Play games Powered by Birds
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Birds are awesome. Play games that explore flight, song, dance, feathers, and so much more.
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Listen to a Lecture
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Keep learning with this curated collection of videos from the Cornell Lab. Each is about an hour long.
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