WHO WE ARE
Waccamaw Audubon Society (WAS) is the local chapter of the National Audubon Society serving northeastern South Carolina and southeastern North Carolina. With over four hundred members, WAS has programs and field trips (the public is invited).
Waccamaw Audubon is especially proud of its recognition by the National Audubon Society, which awarded WAS one of the first-ever Rachel Carson Awards for its work in helping establish the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge.
Waccamaw Audubon is especially proud of its recognition by the National Audubon Society, which awarded WAS one of the first-ever Rachel Carson Awards for its work in helping establish the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge.
2020/2021 Officers and directorsPresident -- Diane DuLoft
Vice President -- Dale Scholfield Treasurer -- Richard Moore Secretary -- Karen Moore Director -- Reggie Daves Director -- Gail Kemm Director -- Nancy Kenny Director -- Mike Walker Director -- Bill Lanham Director -- Clayton Beasley IMPORTANT NOTICE!! OUR MEETINGS WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 WITH THE PROGRAM COMMENCING AT 7:00 PM. |
Seeking additional Assistance
We have a need for additional Directors and other volunteers to complete our leadership roles. If you know someone who may be interested in wildlife conservation and activism, please contact us at [email protected] for more information.
We are pleased to announce the addition of two new members to our Board of Directors. Karen Moore, a retired Chemistry professor and Clayton Beasley, a student at Coastal Carolina University. Clayton is a member of several science activity groups and our liaison with what we hope to be an official Audubon club at Coastal. |
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We’ve found a new nest, our Chapter meetings will be held in the Activity Center at Myrtle Beach State Park, 4401 S Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575. Thanks to Park Manager Troy Crider and Interpretive Ranger Anne Malys-Wilson for inviting us. Meeting will start at 6:30 with our social "hour" and the program commences at 7 PM. People coming to the meeting will get free park admission after 5 pm, everyone will need to tell park admission that they are going to the Audubon meeting. We will meet at the Activity Center, which is on left just past the office- and in front of the Nature Center. The Park's parking lot is NOT lighted, so please bring a flashlight to help get back to your car during months when it will be dark in the evenings. |
announcements
Time for the Big sit!
This year's Big Sit was a Big Success with 70 species being identified. Contact Richard Moore for more information. And remember, donations are still being accepted. |
Green Drinks for October
Friends of Huntington Beach State Park is hosting the October Green Drinks event on Wednesday the 23rd, 5:30 to 7:30, at Local Eat Drink Celebrate in the Hammock Shops, 10880 Ocean Hwy Unit 21 Pawleys Island.
Join us and people from conservation oriented organizations in the Grand Strand for friendly conversation and networking. There will be a trivia contest with prizes! |
Hasty Point Field Trip planned
We are planning to go to the Waccamaw Natl. Wildlife Sanctuary's new Hasty Point Property on Saturday November 2, 2024. We'll gather at 8:00AM and walk about the trails visiting riparian wetlands and long-leaf pine uplands. We should be finished by noon. Dress according to the weather, and bring water, bug spray and/or sun screen.
Hasty Point is located off Plantersville Rd. The best way to get there is to take Highway 701 from either Conway or Georgetown to Plantersville then turn east on Plantersville Rd. Proceed about 1 mile and you should see the gate, with a large sign, on the east side of the road. Turn here and follow the drive to the parking lot. Registration is not necessary, but we'd like to know how many folks are planning on joining us. .
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OUR MISSION:
To educate, and to protect birds and wildlife as well as the air, land and water that life depends on. We strive to share information that will broaden the perspective of others to the beauty, wonder and variety of nature.
ABOUT US
Waccamaw Audubon Society (WAS) is the local chapter of the National Audubon Society serving northeastern South Carolina and southeastern North Carolina. |
JOIN OUR FLOCK
Become a member and attend monthly meetings, birding field trips and special events. With over 400 members, WAS has a wide variety of activities to offer new members. |
BIRDING
Ever thought about birding or bird watching? Meet our favorite species and learn where and when to see them along the North and South Carolina coast. |