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. |
Support Our Chapter: just click on the DONATE button below or point your smart phone at the QR code to be directed to PayPal. You can use your paypal account or credit card.
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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. 
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announcements
Time for the Big sit!
Once again its time for the Big Sit, our annual chapter bird count and fund-raising appeal. The challenge of The Big Sit - “birding's most sedentary event" is how many birds can we identify in one day while staying within a 17-foot / 5.2-meter diameter circle? For 2024, the Big Sit is scheduled for October 12 or 13, 2024. On October 12 we'll be sitting and counting from the Mullet Pond overlook at the end of the Kerrigan Trail from sunup (roughly 07:18) til sundown (7:30 PM). The Trail starts from the Park Store parking lot so why don’t you join us for an hour or so. If you can’t make it, or even if you can you can also help by making a pledge 25 cents, 50 cents, even $1 for each species sighted will encourage those counting to try hard to see just one more bird in case it’s a new one. Contact Richard Moore to sign-up for a time or make a pledge. |
Green Drinks for September
North Inlet - Winyah Bay NERR is hosting the September Green Drinks event on the 24th, 5:30 to 7:30, at Between the Antlers in Georgetown.
Join us and people from conservation oriented organizations in the Grand Strand for friendly conversation and networking. 
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Lewis Ocean Bay Safe for now!
Although Horry County Council voted to defer the rezoning for the Conway Medical Center parcel across from Lewis Ocean Bay Heritage Preserve to allow CMC time to discuss selling the property to the SC Department of Natural Resources, the fight is not yet over. DHEC's decision to approve a mining operation's permit fails to protect the unique and fragile ecosystem of Lewis Ocean Bay, which provides important habitat for Venus flytraps, salamanders, rare wildflowers and other wildlife that require specific moisture levels to survive. The preserve has an unparalleled assemblage of Carolina bays and longleaf pine forests that also rely on a precise balance of moisture. The permit also fails to protect the surrounding community’s quality of life, which will be impacted by excess traffic, noise and dust from the mine, as well as potential water quality issues
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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. |