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!
Register for Summer Camps!
Registration is open for Audubon’s Outdoor Discovery Nature Camps. There are options at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve, Succop Nature Park, and Buffalo Creek Nature Park. Meet a raptor at every camp!
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
Plants for Birds
Plants for Birds
Bluebird Nest Boxes
Bluebird Nest Boxes
Native Plant Guides
Native Plant Guides
Spotted Lanternfly: Squish, don’t stick
Spotted Lanternfly: Squish, don’t stick
Certified Backyard Habitat Program
Certified Backyard Habitat Program
Fishing Line Recovery and Recycling Program
Fishing Line Recovery and Recycling 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
ASWP is excited to partner with the Butler Birders Club and Alameda Park to explore how even modest meadows can provide food, shelter, and more opportunities for local birds. This event is free of charge thanks to the generous support of Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau. To register, visit link: https://bcpr.recdesk.com/Community/Program?category=64 Where: Pavilion 12 at Alameda Park 197 Alameda Park Rd. Butler, PA 16001 When: Saturday, July 25th @ 9AM
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Congratulations to Theodore Tedesco, the 2026 recipient of Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania's Beulah Frey Environmental Scholarship! 👏 Theo is a Fox Chapel High School graduating senior who hopes to pursue a career in conservation. In addition to his excellent academic record, Theo has founded and participated in many extracurricular activities related to conservation and sustainability. This scholarship is awarded every year to an exceptional graduating high school senior who is pursuing environmental studies. Beulah Frey was an inspirational teacher who believed that young people had great capacity to make a difference in the world. She helped establish the Fox Chapel School District environmental education program and received several national awards for her teaching. Her legacy lives on at ASWP by supporting environmental students, like Theodore.
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