Birding:
The National Audubon Society:
The mission of the National Audubon Society is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife for the benefit of humanity.
Related links:
Audubon Magazine – Magazine of the National Audubon Society
Birds & Science – Audubon bird conservation and citizen science
Issues & Action – Audubon urges political action on conservation issues.
Audubon South Carolina:
Audubon South Carolina works diligently to protect the integrity and wonder of our natural areas in South Carolina.
Neighboring Chapters:
Columbia Audubon Society
Waccamaw Audubon Society
Hilton Head Island Audubon Society
See Also:
Fripp Island Audubon Club
Related Links:
Beidler Forest
Silver Bluff Audubon Center
American Birding Association:
http://www.americanbirding.org
The ABA is a non-profit organization that specifically caters to recreational birders. The ABA also contributes to bird and bird habitat conservation through a variety of programs.
American Ornithologists’ Union:
The American Ornithologists’ Union, publisher of The Auk, is the oldest and largest organization in the New World devoted to the scientific study of birds. Primarily a professional organization, its membership of about 4,000 does include many amateurs dedicated to the advancement of ornithological science.
American Bird Conservancy:
American Bird Conservancy is a not-for-profit organization, whose mission is to conserve wild birds and their habitats throughout the Americas.
Carolina Bird Club:
https://www.carolinabirdclub.org
The Carolina Bird Club, Inc., is a non-profit educational and scientific association open to anyone interested in the study and conservation of wildlife, particularly birds. The Club meets each winter, spring, and fall at different locations in the Carolinas.
Charleston County Parks:
https://ccprc.com/1222/Birding
The Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission operates over 11,000 acres of property, including regional parks, beach parks, a historic plantation site, landmark fishing piers, waterparks, boat landings, an interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, and event facilities. We also offer a variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, birding, and more.
CCP general locations map: https://www.ccprc.com/8/Our-Parks
eBird:
Your sightings contribute to hundreds of conservation decisions and peer-reviewed papers, thousands of student projects, and help inform bird research worldwide.
Hawk Migration Association of North America (HMANA):
HMANA advances scientific knowledge and promotes the conservation of raptor populations through the study, enjoyment, and appreciation of raptor migration.
South Carolina State Parks:
https://southcarolinaparks.com/see-and-do/wildlife/birding
If bird watching is one of your favorite pastimes, flock to South Carolina and zoom in on hot birding spots at our state parks – even in the winter. You’ll find an array of birds soaring at several parks including the bald eagle, our national emblem, and hawks.
SCSP general locations map: https://southcarolinaparks.com
Other:
Arbor Day Foundation:
Today Arbor Day is celebrated in all 50 states. The most common date for the state observance is the last Friday in April — National Arbor Day — but a number of state Arbor Days are at other times to coincide with the best tree planting weather, from January and February in the south to May in the far north.
Charleston Parks Conservancy:
https://www.charlestonparksconservancy.org
Charleston Parks Conservancy actively shares our knowledge of lowcountry horticulture through our Community Gardens and Garden in the Parks programs. Hands on demonstrations are offered every week in many different parks and gardens, as well as on our social media channels. Participants and volunteers are encouraged to sign up online to take part in these opportunities.
Coastal Master Naturalists Association:
https://www.coastalmasternaturalists.org/page/1797532-home
We are an enthusiastic group of lifelong learners who love acquiring and sharing knowledge about all of the environments of the Lowcountry.
Lowcountry Land Trust:
http://lowcountrylandtrust.org
Lowcountry Land Trust partners with community stakeholders to permanently protect and nurture the land throughout coastal South Carolina. By protecting our land and ecosystem, we can enjoy the Lowcountry for for generations to come.
Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network:
https://www.lowcountrymarinemammalnetwork.org
The Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network (LMMN) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on protecting marine mammals (dolphins, whales, and seals) in South Carolina waters.
South Carolina Bat Working Group:
https://southcarolinabatworkinggroup.org
This site is a resource for folks from all over South Carolina, the Southeast and elsewhere to connect and share bat knowledge and bat related activities in South Carolina.
SCDNR Marine Turtle Conservation Program:
https://www.dnr.sc.gov/seaturtle/volunteers.html
There are over 30 nest protection projects along the coast of South Carolina with over 1100 participants. They include a range of individuals, from paid federal and state employees to projects that are run entirely by volunteers, usually retirees living on resort islands. Some project members are also involved with the Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network (STSSN), but the network also has members that are not associated with a nest protection project.
South Carolina Native Plant Society
The South Carolina Native Plant Society was founded in March of 1996 by a diverse group of folks interested in promoting the awareness and education of native plant species and their importance in the South Carolina landscape and history.
SCPARK – Herpetology:
Formerly known as the South Carolina Herpetological Society, The South Carolina Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (SCPARC) was established in 2020 as an official state chapter of the Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (PARC) and as part of the Southeast regional working group (SEPARC). We are an organization dedicated to education and conservation of South Carolina’s reptiles and amphibians. These animals are integral to the health of the rich ecosystems found throughout the State’s diverse landscapes and habitats. SCPARC has created a strong collective network of researchers and enthusiasts alike who are willing to aid in education and contribute to a better understanding of these amazing creatures.
Charleston Natural History Society 