February 2026 Newsletter

Highlights:

• Field Notes: Geese, Ducks, and Swans

• Bird of the Month: Canada Goose

• Bald Eagle Survey January 2026

• Eagles and More: A Field Trip to the Illinois River Valley

• Seeking Volunteers for CCAS

Events

Monthly Program: Abundance and Availability of Nocturnal Insects for Aerial Insectivores, February 5 at Champaign Public Library

Great Backyard Bird Count, February 13-16

CCAS Board Meeting, February 16

Kendeigh Grant Applications are due March 15

Volunteer Opportunities

Champaign County Audubon Society is entirely supported by volunteers who contribute valuable expertise, whether simply knowing about our local bird life or lending their unique communication, financial, and technical skills to help our organization continue to run and operate smoothly. We are always seeking a diverse array of individuals to help with events, conservation projects, social media and outreach, or board engagement. 

CCAS is seeking a Program Chair, Membership Chair, Conservation Chair, Newsletter Editor, and Members-at-Large in addition to support for our committees.

If you are looking for non-profit experience or want to offer your time to help with CCAS functions, please reach out to us (℅ Volunteer Coordinator). For more info, check out https://www.champaigncountyaudubon.org/volunteer.