A flock of black and white birds - Black Skimmer, Royal Tern, Sandwich Tern, Laughing Gull - fly near to the surf.

Conservation in Florida

ÃÛèÖAPP Florida is dedicated to protecting birds and the habitat they need for survival.

Each year, according to tradition and practice, ÃÛèÖAPP Florida leaders gather at the ÃÛèÖAPP Assembly to express our annual conservation action agenda through a group of state and regional resolutions that address our public policy priorities. The agenda provides members, chapter leaders, directors, staff, and the public summary statements of our policy and conservation positions. We believe we are the only statewide conservation organization that uses such an open process for setting a policy agenda.

Conservation priorities are broadly framed problem solution statements in the form of resolutions. They do not express every nuance of an issue and instead provide guidance through the year for state and regional work. The conservation action agenda is approved by vote at the annual ÃÛèÖAPP Assembly and subsequently is ratified by the ÃÛèÖAPP Florida Board of Directors.  

How We Make a Difference
We work locally to protect birds. Click on a project to learn more.
A Florida Scrub-Jay holds acorns in is beak.
Jay Watch
Increase populations of Florida Scrub-Jays, our state's only endemic bird species.
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Least Tern and chick sitting on the sand.
Coastal Stewardship in Florida
Protecting sea, shore, and wading birds at more than 300 sites across Florida.
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A flock of birds at sunset
Florida Coastal Islands Sanctuaries
Protect waterbird populations of the Florida coast, and the natural systems that support them.
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A group of Cattle Egret standing on a grassy island, with water in the foreground
Wetland Evaluation Tool
Improve water flows and water storage on the landscape.
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Aerial view of a green landscape with a soft horizon.
Studying Water and Wildlife
Naples, FL
Working collaboratively to protect birds, other wildlife, and people.
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A flamingo walks in the shallows
Everglades Science Center
Protect and restore the River of Grass.
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A tour on a boardwalk in a forest
Educating and Engaging Students of All Ages
Naples, FL
Inspiring visitors and community members to foster a love of nature.
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x-ray of a raptor
Raptor Trauma Clinic at Center for Birds of Prey
Maintain raptor health and populations in Florida.
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Bald Eagle feeds a large chick in a nest
EagleWatch
Maintain healthy populations of Bald Eagles in Florida.
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A group of people climb a flight of stairs
Policy and Advocacy in Florida
Protect birds and the places they need.
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Aerial view of a meadow filled with yellow flowers
Protecting Wildlife and Habitat
Naples, FL
Using science-driven strategies to protect and restore the Sanctuary’s natural communities.
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An aerial view of a living shoreline around an island
Coastal Resilience in Florida
Protecting birds and people on our coasts from a changing ÃÛèÖAPP.
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A group of people sitting on benches outside smile and look at the camera.
Conservation Leadership Initiative
Connecting with the next generation of conservation leaders.
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