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Birds on the Move
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Birds on the Move

Nearly 350 APP members describe a favorite fall migration story.

The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador
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The Joy of Being a Bird Ambassador

More than 300 APP members described a time when they introduced others to the wonderful world of birds.

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3 Calhoun Sisters Ranch Earns APP Certification for Bird-Friendly Habitat
July 29, 2024 — Herds create habitat for birds in APP Conservation Ranching program
How Clean Energy Can Benefit Climate, Communities, And Conservation
July 29, 2024 — Conservation groups can make sure clean energy and transmission projects are responsibly sited and operated.
APP Spotlight: Karina Ornelas Builds on her Time as Campus Chapter Leader
July 24, 2024 — These days Ornelas leads research on endangered marsh birds and works as a conservation outreach coordinator for San Diego APP Society.
Three crows stand on a branch inside a screen enclosure.
The World’s Rarest Crow Will Soon Fly Free on Maui
July 23, 2024 — Hoping to succeed where past attempts have failed, scientists will reintroduce the clever corvid to the wild on a new island—a high-stakes conservation effort that requires a careful balancing act.
APP Rockies and Anderson Ranch Arts Center Kick Off Aspen Summer of Birds
July 23, 2024 — The weeklong workshop encouraged kids to appreciate the wonder of wildlife.
Time Flies: Celebrating 125 Years of ‘APP' Magazine
July 22, 2024 — Our publication's look and even its name have changed over time, but for more than a century, some things have remained constant: our delight with birds and our focus on helping readers enjoy and protect them.
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The Birding Gear You Need (If You're a Time Traveler)
July 20, 2024 — Over 125 years, 'APP' has featured myriad products to help generations of avian aficionados better know and support birds. We brought gear from every era together for a photo session.
Take It or Leave It: Which Birding Practices Stand the Test of Time?
July 20, 2024 — Early issues of ‘Bird-Lore’ and ‘APP’ magazine brimmed with tips and tidbits for the bird enthusiast. Some aged better than others, as the matrix below shows.
Covers of Bird Lore and APP collaged in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
A Sense of Purpose
July 19, 2024 — The ideas that have energized this magazine for more than a century still animate its pages.
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From the Archives: Rachel Carson Answers Her Critics
July 19, 2024 — After the publication of “Silent Spring,” Rachel Carson faced fierce blowback from the pesticide industry. This was her response.