Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania connects the people of southwestern Pennsylvania to birds and nature through our programs, projects, and places.
There’s always something happening at Audubon
We offer programs and events for people of all ages. Connect with nature!
Apply to Vend at our Eco-Market
Our Eco-Markets feature eco-friendly items made by local artists and businesses. Our next Eco-Market will be held on Saturday, November 21 & Sunday, November 22. This special two-day market will have different vendors each day. Interested in sharing your eco-friendly products with our community? Applications are accepted August 1-31.
Shop the Nature Store
Stop in and we’ll help you to pick the right bird-feeding set up for your backyard including feeders that deter squirrels, suet cakes that make woodpeckers happy, and our very own Beechwood Blend Birdseed, formulated for the birds in our area.
Read All About It: Summer Bulletin
Where Fireflies Glow and Habitats Grow
In this edition you will find information on firefly natural history, native plant recommendations, upcoming programs & events, ASWP news, and much more!
Picnic & Music in the Park
Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket and enjoy free, live music at Succop Nature Park in Butler, PA. There is also limited seating under a pavilion. Event takes place on select Thursday nights from 6:30-8:30pm.
Upcoming dates:
RESERVES AND NATURE PARKS
Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve, Buffalo Creek Nature Park, Succop Nature Park, and Todd Nature Reserve
Our reserves and parks are special places for nature exploration. Visit them all!
Birds & Nature
Bird Superstitions
Bird Superstitions
Plants for Birds
Plants for Birds
Re-invigorating Succop and Buffalo Creek Nature Parks
Re-invigorating Succop and Buffalo Creek Nature Parks
Audubon Center for Native Plants
Audubon Center for Native Plants
Certified Backyard Habitat Program
Certified Backyard Habitat Program
Audubon’s Chimney Swift Tower Program
Audubon’s Chimney Swift Tower Program
Tips for “baby bird” season
Tips for “baby bird” season
Shop Audubon
Shop in person at our Nature Store or online for pick up
Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve | Online
Become an Audubon Member
Your support helps us to maintain our nature reserves and provides opportunities for those who care deeply about the environment to learn about the natural world and take action to protect it. Start or renew your Audubon membership today.
Let’s be social
Help us connect with visitors and provide exceptional customer while working in a fun, nature-centric environment! The Retail & Rental Sales Associate supports nature store operations, organizes and coordinates facility rentals at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve, while providing excellent customer service to store patrons, rental parties, and visitors. Working with the Retail Manager and store volunteers, this part-time position helps ensure smooth daily retail operations, maintains the online store product catalog, and fulfills online orders. The Associate also responds to rental inquiries, schedules rentals, develops and issues contracts and invoices, prepares rental spaces, and provides staff oversight during these events. See link for more information about the position: https://www.aswp.org/about-us/career-and-volunteer-opportunities/
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Check out upcoming August classes and events at our locations and online! For more information, visit our website calendar or Summer 2026 digital bulletin. Calendar: https://www.aswp.org/our-programs/calendar/ Bulletins: https://www.aswp.org/about-us/publications-reports/
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