Audubon California

Birds may be the only form of wildlife that everyone encounters every day, and they provide a unique window into California's great outdoors.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

This week, AB 107 passed, and we’re grateful @CAgovernor signed it into law.⁣ Big thanks to @AsmJesseGabriel and @SenJohnLaird for championing California’s communities, and helping ensure 2026 funding for programs key to climate resilience. #CALeg

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

We’re excited to continue our partnership with @CaliforniaDFW in our shared mission - protecting cherished and vulnerable species, like the Tricolored Blackbird, and stewarding California’s incredible lands and waters.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

Congratulations to @Meghan_Hertel on being sworn in as Director of @CaliforniaDFW! Her collaborative leadership and deep understanding of CA's landscapes are exactly what's needed to move conservation forward for wildlife and habitat across the state.

[California Department of Fish and Wildlife @CaliforniaDFW]

Meghan Hertel has been sworn in as Director of CDFW! Meghan is a dynamic, science-driven conservation leader. Most recently she served as Deputy Secretary for Biodiversity & Habitat at @CalNatResources, advancing CA’s 30x30 strategy and major habitat restoration efforts.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

The Salton Sea is part of an ecologically unique system of saline lakes across the western U.S. that provide important habitat for migratory birds. Huge TY to Congressman @RepRaulRuizMD for continuing to champion the Salton Sea region and Coachella Valley communities.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

We’re thrilled to see that the bipartisan package of Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations allocated $4 million for the Bombay Beach Wetland Restoration Project at the Salton Sea, a critical investment for the region’s communities. https://t.co/D4ZdIcUrGz

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

The funding supports the expansion of public access at Bombay Beach, helping more people experience nature at the Salton Sea through places to walk, birdwatch, and gather outdoors.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

“We look forward to our continued partnership with CDFW in our shared mission – protecting beloved and vulnerable species, like the Tricolored Blackbird, and stewarding California’s incredible lands and waters.”

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

We’re thrilled to see Meghan Hertel has been appointed as the new Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), a leader with the experience to move conservation forward and keep building momentum for wildlife and habitat across California.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

“As we saw during her successful tenure as Audubon CA’s Director of Land and Water Conservation, her collaborative leadership and deep understanding of California’s landscapes is exactly what’s needed to drive effective conservation in our richly diverse state.”

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

Today our policy, working lands, & conservation ranching teams enjoyed discussions on strategy, progress, messaging, and momentum at CA’s first Nature-Based Solutions Summit.⁣ TY @CalNatResources for the opportunity to connect and learn with an all-star lineup of speakers.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

#4MileHillChallenge is Sat, 2/21! Register to support FLIGHT (Future Leaders Igniting Greater Habitat Transformation), which cultivates the next generation of environmental leaders at the Audubon Center at Deb’s Park. ⁣https://t.co/YQTOgB4Kva

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

And we thank the Governor for proposing to augment and stand up the Salton Sea Conservancy. Providing funding to staff the Conservancy is an important step toward addressing inequities in the region and supporting progress for the Salton Sea and the communities that call it home.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

On Friday, @GavinNewsom released his proposed state budget. As California nears completion of our 30x30 commitment, each dollar spent will help deliver better outcomes for California’s most vulnerable species and communities.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

We’re also encouraged by the additional $2.1 billion made possible through Proposition 4, and by the continued commitment to distributing these funds equitably to tackle some of California’s most pressing challenges. https://t.co/hYBUzQl5Yi

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

Deserts make up nearly 40% of the state, yet they’re often underappreciated. #NationalDesertDay is a way to celebrate the desert’s beautiful biodiversity & vibrant communities across California! TY @RepRaulRuizMD for introducing a joint resolution for #NationalDesertDay.

[Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. @RepRaulRuizMD]

I introduced the National Desert Day resolution to recognize the importance of our deserts on the second Saturday of January.

Join me in conserving and appreciating the beauty of our deserts that we call home.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

In California, deserts make up nearly 40% of the state, yet they’re too often overlooked. National Desert Day is an opportunity to celebrate the desert’s extraordinary biodiversity and vibrant communities across California’s Great Basin, Mojave, San Joaquin, and Colorado Deserts.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

Thank you @RepRaulRuizMD (CA-25) for introducing a joint resolution expressing support for #NationalDesertDay. Observed on the 2nd Sat of Jan, this day would honor the ecological, cultural, & economic importance of America’s desert landscapes - and the people who call them home.

[Audubon California @AudubonCA]

We’re hiring for a Senior Director of Conservation for California. This important role will design and lead the implementation of innovative conservation projects and oversee our Coasts, Salton Sea & Deserts, Working Lands, & Geospatial Science programs. https://t.co/UtiC5VdCG4