We've Broken Ground on the New Babcock Nature Center at Buffalo Creek Nature Park!

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NATURE STORE It’s Bird Feeding Season! Visit Audubon Nature Store to shop our expanded line of feeders and accessories—and seeds—for the birds. We offer curbside pick up— or you may also purchase Beechwood Blend bird seed at your local Giant Eagle!

WE CAN HELP YOU TO: • Customize a feeding station, and keep away deer and squirrels. • Choose the right seed—including our Beechwood Blend, formulated for the birds in our area!

Call (412) 963-6100 with questions!

BEECHWOOD FARMS NATURE RESERVE Store Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 9am–5pm 614 Dorseyville Road in Fox Chapel We’ve broken ground on the new SUCCOP NATURE PARK In this issue: Store Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 12–5pm Babcock Nature Center at Buffalo Creek Nature Park! 185 W. Airport Road in Butler STAFF OurJim Bonner, Executive Director Brian Shema, Operations Director BULLETIN Construction has begun on the Babcock Nature Center. After years of planning and Rachel Handel, Communications Director WINTER 2021 fundraising, numerous design and permitting challenges, higher than expected initial Sarah Koenig, Conservation Director construction bids, and yes—even a pandemic—construction on our new center in Sarver Chris Kubiak, Education Director has finally begun! Table of Contents Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania is creating a new Environmental Education and BEECHWOOD STAFF Nature Center to serve as the public hub for our Todd Nature Reserve and our conservation Scott Detwiler, Environmental Educator THIS AUDUBON VIEW 3 work throughout the Buffalo Creek Watershed. This center will continue our commitment to Samantha Ditch, Retail Manager this ecologically diverse region that began in 1942, when ASWP was donated the first parcel Gabrielle Hughes, Environmental Educator DIRECTIONS TO OUR RESERVES 3 of property that became the core of Todd Nature Reserve. Kellen McGrath, Facility Steward Roxanne Swan, Plant Center Coordinator THE EVOLUTION OF This center has been a long time in coming. Dreamed of decades ago, with real work starting almost 10 years ago, it has been a labor BUFFALO CREEK NATURE PARK 4 of love for many of us at ASWP. Todd Nature Reserve, and the entire Buffalo Creek Valley, is a magical place and one of the most important ecological regions of western Pennsylvania. During the 10 years we have been working on the project, our original plans and SUCCOP NATURE WINTER PROGRAM SCHEDULE 6–9 cost estimates have been refined and construction costs have (naturally) gone up. PARK STAFF Rich Allessi, Facility Steward KEEP SQUIRRELS FROM Making this new nature center possible is a $500,000 gift from the Babcock Charitable Trust. ASWP had raised $1.0 million for Davlin Smith, Center Coordinator EATING YOUR BIRDSEED 9 the project through our Centennial Campaign, but site conditions and escalating construction costs resulted in a project budget closer to Ryan Stauffer, Environmental Educator $1.5 million. Babcock Charitable Trust’s very generous support enables us to bring this dream to fruition. We are pleased to name the Joanne Tisdale, Audubon Nature Store PREDATORY BEETLES RELEASED TO environmental education and nature center building in their honor. CONTROL HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID 10 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania sincerely thanks the Babcock Charitable Trust, the Babcock family, and everybody that is helping to make the new center and park a reality. BOARD OF ASK THE NATURALIST 11 DIRECTORS Stay well, Robin Zacherl, President ASWP’S YEAR AT A GLANCE 12–15 Joy Borelli-Edwards, Vice President Hiller Hardie, Treasurer –Jim Virginia Lindsay, Secretary 2020 has been out-of-the- ordinary for many reasons— OUR RESERVES, NATIVE PLANT NURSERY, AND NATURE STORES Natalie Boydston including for birds. We’ve Richard Ejzak seen an eruption locally of James M. Gockley Evening Grosbeaks. These birds aren’t usually seen in BEECHWOOD FARMS NATURE RESERVE Dr. Stanley Herman 614 Dorseyville Road in Fox Chapel, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Peggy King large numbers here—but this year is an exception. • Audubon Nature Store & Native Plant Nursery Nancy Magee Fred Peterson SUCCOP NATURE PARK Dr. Brady Porter 185 W. Airport Road in Penn Township, Butler, PA 16002 Dr. Laurel Roberts • Audubon Nature Store Doug Roth TODD NATURE RESERVE DIRECTOR EMERITI 367 Kepple Road, Sarver, PA 16055 Tingle Barnes • Buffalo Creek Nature Park: 154 Monroe Road, Sarver, PA 16055 Dotty Beckwith Dan Fales The Bulletin is published four times a year by Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania, ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION: For accessibility needs or questions about any Nancy Fales 614 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh PA 15238-1618. Address correspondence to Rachel Handel, of our sites, please contact Brian Shema at (412) 963-6100 or at [email protected]. For accessibility needs or questions about any of our programs, please contact Chris Kubiak Betsey Owens Editor. The editor reserves the right to edit or reject all copy. The Bulletin is received as a membership benefit. Nonmember subscriptions are $9.00 per year. For membership, subscriptions, or address at (412) 963-6100 or [email protected]. All other questions regarding accessibility or Paul g Weigman change, contact ASWP. Printed on recycled paper. inclusion can be directed to Jim Bonner at (412) 963-6100 or [email protected]. STAFF OurJim Bonner, Executive Director Brian Shema, Operations Director BULLETIN Construction has begun on the Babcock Nature Center. After years of planning and Rachel Handel, Communications Director WINTER 2021 fundraising, numerous design and permitting challenges, higher than expected initial Sarah Koenig, Conservation Director construction bids, and yes—even a pandemic—construction on our new center in Sarver Chris Kubiak, Education Director has finally begun! Table of Contents Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania is creating a new Environmental Education and BEECHWOOD STAFF Nature Center to serve as the public hub for our Todd Nature Reserve and our conservation Scott Detwiler, Environmental Educator THIS AUDUBON VIEW 3 work throughout the Buffalo Creek Watershed. This center will continue our commitment to Samantha Ditch, Retail Manager this ecologically diverse region that began in 1942, when ASWP was donated the first parcel Gabrielle Hughes, Environmental Educator DIRECTIONS TO OUR RESERVES 3 of property that became the core of Todd Nature Reserve. Kellen McGrath, Facility Steward Roxanne Swan, Plant Center Coordinator THE EVOLUTION OF This center has been a long time in coming. Dreamed of decades ago, with real work starting almost 10 years ago, it has been a labor BUFFALO CREEK NATURE PARK 4 of love for many of us at ASWP. Todd Nature Reserve, and the entire Buffalo Creek Valley, is a magical place and one of the most important ecological regions of western Pennsylvania. During the 10 years we have been working on the project, our original plans and SUCCOP NATURE WINTER PROGRAM SCHEDULE 6–9 cost estimates have been refined and construction costs have (naturally) gone up. PARK STAFF Rich Allessi, Facility Steward KEEP SQUIRRELS FROM Making this new nature center possible is a $500,000 gift from the Babcock Charitable Trust. ASWP had raised $1.0 million for Davlin Smith, Center Coordinator EATING YOUR BIRDSEED 9 the project through our Centennial Campaign, but site conditions and escalating construction costs resulted in a project budget closer to Ryan Stauffer, Environmental Educator $1.5 million. Babcock Charitable Trust’s very generous support enables us to bring this dream to fruition. We are pleased to name the Joanne Tisdale, Audubon Nature Store PREDATORY BEETLES RELEASED TO environmental education and nature center building in their honor. CONTROL HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID 10 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania sincerely thanks the Babcock Charitable Trust, the Babcock family, and everybody that is helping to make the new center and park a reality. BOARD OF ASK THE NATURALIST 11 DIRECTORS Stay well, Robin Zacherl, President ASWP’S YEAR AT A GLANCE 12–15 Joy Borelli-Edwards, Vice President Hiller Hardie, Treasurer –Jim Virginia Lindsay, Secretary 2020 has been out-of-the- ordinary for many reasons— OUR RESERVES, NATIVE PLANT NURSERY, AND NATURE STORES Natalie Boydston including for birds. We’ve Richard Ejzak seen an eruption locally of James M. Gockley Evening Grosbeaks. These birds aren’t usually seen in BEECHWOOD FARMS NATURE RESERVE Dr. Stanley Herman 614 Dorseyville Road in Fox Chapel, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Peggy King large numbers here—but this year is an exception. • Audubon Nature Store & Native Plant Nursery Nancy Magee Fred Peterson SUCCOP NATURE PARK Dr. Brady Porter 185 W. Airport Road in Penn Township, Butler, PA 16002 Dr. Laurel Roberts • Audubon Nature Store Doug Roth TODD NATURE RESERVE DIRECTOR EMERITI 367 Kepple Road, Sarver, PA 16055 Tingle Barnes • Buffalo Creek Nature Park: 154 Monroe Road, Sarver, PA 16055 Dotty Beckwith Dan Fales The Bulletin is published four times a year by Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania, ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION: For accessibility needs or questions about any Nancy Fales 614 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh PA 15238-1618. Address correspondence to Rachel Handel, of our sites, please contact Brian Shema at (412) 963-6100 or at [email protected]. For accessibility needs or questions about any of our programs, please contact Chris Kubiak Betsey Owens Editor. The editor reserves the right to edit or reject all copy. The Bulletin is received as a membership benefit. Nonmember subscriptions are $9.00 per year. For membership, subscriptions, or address at (412) 963-6100 or [email protected]. All other questions regarding accessibility or Paul g Weigman change, contact ASWP. Printed on recycled paper. inclusion can be directed to Jim Bonner at (412) 963-6100 or [email protected]. The Evolution of BUFFALO CREEK NATURE PARK SITE PLAN

Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania has long sought Although it is a beautiful site, it is also a challenging site to to have a nature center connected with Todd Nature Reserve develop. Being adjacent to a high-quality designated stream, through which we could further our mission of connecting federal, state, and local permitting requirements are significant. people to birds and nature. With our long-term commitment Additionally, past activities on the site have left some of the soils to the health and stewardship of the Buffalo Creek Watershed, unsuitable for building without significant corrective measures. it would also serve as our conservation and engagement hub. ASWP and its consultants designed, redesigned, and redesigned In 2008, a 6-acre parcel of property near Todd Nature Reserve (again) the park layout and building to meet all permitting and came on the market. Nestled between Little Buffalo Creek and engineering requirements. The extra design work and development the Butler-Freeport Community Trail, (a very popular 22-mile requirements, combined with the length of time that has passed BUILDING INTERIOR long former railroad path that links Butler City with Freeport), since the budget was first conceived, resulted in a project budget the former Oregon Club Hunting and Fishing Club property is of $1.5 million. Although greater than the $1.0 million we initially an ideal setting for a community park. estimated for the project almost 10 years ago, we know that it is a good value and a good investment in the future of the Buffalo Both Audubon and Buffalo Township were interested in Creek Valley. ABOUT THE BABCOCK CHARITABLE TRUST the property, and instead of competing, agreed to partner in The Babcock name has a long history in the Pittsburgh region, Edward went into politics, first serving on Pittsburgh City acquiring the property. In addition to the proximity to the PARK DETAILS starting in the late 1800s when Edward and Fred Babcock Council in 1911, then as Mayor of Pittsburgh from 1918-1922. hiking trail and being closer to the main roads of Buffalo The Buffalo Creek Nature Park site will include the 2,500 sq ft. founded E.V. Babcock and Company—which evolved into He went on to become an Allegheny County Commissioner in Township, placing the nature center at this location ensured Babcock Nature Center with a modern classroom, nature store, Babcock Lumber Company. In 1897, Oscar Babcock joined the 1927. He personally paid for more than 4,000 acres of land that that Todd Nature Reserve could continue as a “low-impact” multiple restrooms, and other visitor amenities. Connected to the company following the purchase of 6,900 acres of land in would eventually become Allegheny County’s North and reserve. center building will be a 1,200 sq ft. pavilion for presentations Somerset County. Babcock Lumber also acquired land in West South Parks. and public use. Adjacent to the center building will be a nature Virginia and in Tennessee, near the Tellico River. It took four years to complete the acquisition, with ASWP play area, where young children can engage in unstructured play In the 1960s, members of the Babcock family created a assisting Buffalo Township in securing state funding. During and begin their life-long connection to the natural world. ADA The removal of trees in these areas, particularly in West Virginia, charitable trust aimed at supporting education initiatives and that time, it became apparent that the Township would not have parking, permeable pavers, and an EV charging station will be left large areas of land unforested and resulted in land erosion projects to help the environment reclaim areas that had been the resources to fully develop their portion of the property, included, as will an accessible trail to connect the center to the and even fires. In the early 1930s, the majority of the land near logged. The Babcock Charitable Trust has supported numerous so ASWP and the Township entered into a long-term joint Butler-Freeport Community Trail. the Tellico River was either deeded to the US government or sold local environmental and educational projects over the years— operating agreement that has Audubon assume the management to the US Forest Service to become parts of Great Smokey most recently supporting Allegheny County Parks and helping and development responsibilities for the entire park. We are excited to see this project come to life. Please continue to National Park and the Cherokee National Forest. to fund the Riverview Children’s Center in Verona. follow the construction with us!

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4 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 5 Native Plants BEECHWOOD AFTER-SCHOOL SERIES WINTER BERRIES FOR BIRDS January 13 & 27, February 10 & 24, March 10 & 24, 4:30–6pm / BFNR January 23, 10am–12pm / Zoom Want to get your child or student outside into nature this winter? This after-school program at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve serves as the When winter sets in birds depend on plant resources to provide perfect respite from an overload of screen time. Winter at Beechwood critical nutrients as insects become scarce. We will discuss specific has its own unique features and fascinating encounters with nature. WPROGRAMinter SCHEDULE native plants that help sustain birds during the harsh winter months Explore our meadows, forests and ecosystems for animals and their and how to incorporate them in your own yards and landscapes. homes with an Audubon educator all the while having fun! Ages K-3rd $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. grade. $10 per student.

REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS ONLINE AT ASWP.ORG OR BY CALLING (412) 963-6100. CREATING A MEADOW IN ANY SPACE HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMS February 20, 10am–12pm / Zoom January 29, February 26 & March 26, 10am–1pm / SNP What makes a meadow a meadow and how can I create one in my Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania is pleased to announce a Events take place at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve (BFNR), own space? These questions and more will be explored as we examine series of classes at Succop Nature Park designed specifically for Succop Nature Park (SNP), or Buffalo Creek Nature Park (BCNP). Natural History these unique ecosystems, local native plants, as well as techniques for homeschooled students. These classes run from 10am–1pm with a mid- creating meadows in any space. $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. BFNR: 614 Dorseyville Road, Fox Chapel, Allegheny County Virtual Series point lunch break. Families are free to sign up for scheduled classes, or SNP: 185 W. Airport Road, Penn Township, Butler County ALEXANDER WILSON: they can choose a topic of their choice and schedule it at their BCNP: 154 Monroe Road, Sarver, Butler County AMERICA’S FIRST ORNITHOLOGIST INVASIVE SPECIES ID & MANAGEMENT convenience with our environmental educator. Many of the classes can be expanded to multiple sessions if requested. These classes are January 14, 7pm / Zoom March 20, 10am–12pm / Zoom Masks must be worn at all events and social distancing protocols for K–12 with mixed grade levels welcome. $10 per student. remain in place. Given the unpredictable nature of the pandemic, this Most people know America’s most famous bird artist and observer Invasive plants are overrunning our local ecosystems and causing schedule is subject to change—including cancellations, dates, times, and John James Audubon, but few people know Alexander Wilson. Ever series damage to our environment. This program helps participants capacities. We will add programs as appropriate if conditions change. wonder why we have birds named after states? Or who painted American be able to understand why invasive species are a challenge in Western Please check our website, aswp.org, for the latest information. birds before Audubon? Wilson’s impact on early American ornithology PA, how to identify, and manage these invaders. This program will also is striking; he preceded and influenced Audubon almost a decade before Audubon at Night discuss the best techniques for invasive species management. $6 per FULL MOON HIKE FOR ADULTS Many of our programs may be scheduled as private sessions. Call us John James landed in Pennsylvania and paved the way for the famed member; $10 per nonmember. at (412) 963-6100 for more information. artist. A fascinating portrait an individual who named many of the January 29, 7–8:30pm / BFNR & SNP species we know today and who’s lasting impact on American birds continues to this day. $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. Enjoy a naturalist-led adults-only winter hike under the light of the moon. We will end with a hot cup of cocoa. $6 per member, $10 per Kids & Preschool Programs nonmember. Special Events BATS OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA FLEDGLINGS PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES: AGES 3–5 SOUTH BUTLER CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT February 18, 7pm / Zoom January 14, February 11, March 11 / BFNR NIGHT CAMPFIRE AND HIKE FOR FAMILIES January 2 / Includes Succop Nature Park Bats are one of Western Pennsylvania’s most interesting flying mammals, January 12, February 9, March 9 / SNP February 20, 7–8:30pm / BFNR & SNP but many have been suffering steep declines from disease the past decade. Join us in the world’s longest running Community Science events Give your 3–5 year old a head start on a lifetime of loving the This virtual program discusses the different bat species found in Western Cooped up all winter and looking for a fun, outdoor nature activity as we count birds for science! Now in its 121st year, Audubon’s outdoors. Fledglings programs incorporate stories, a walk, and activities PA, their ecologies and life histories, as well as their steep declines from for the whole family? Enjoy a warm campfire, a story or two, and a hike Christmas Bird Count is a fun way to get outside and winter and help to introduce new and fun nature themes to young participants. Parent White-nose Syndrome. We will also discuss ways to help bats by creating under the stars. $6 per member, $10 per nonmember. us keep tabs on local bird populations. No experience necessary as or caregiver must be present. $4 per member; $6 per nonmember. bat boxes and bat-friendly habitats in your own backyard. $6 per member; we will pair you (socially distanced, of course!) with an experienced January: Who Gives a Hoot—Meet a special guest, a live screech owl! $10 per nonmember. AMPHIBIANS AND FROG HIKE birder. Contact Chris Kubiak at [email protected] or February: Run for Cover—Help us find the secret hideouts of animals in winter. (412) 963-6100 for more details. Free. March 25, 7–8:30pm / BFNR & SNP THE SCIENCE AND HISTORY OF MAPLE SUGAR March: Down the Maple Trail—Learn how we make a tasty treat, Maple Syrup! Spring means warmer weather and a rebirth of nature after a long GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT WALK March 18, 7pm / Zoom KIDS’ CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT cold winter. Come join us as we discuss how amphibians like frogs survive February 12, 9–11am / BCNP Ever wonder how maple syrup goes from a tree to your pancakes? the winter cold, ecology, and their importance in our local wetland January 2, 10am–12pm / SNP February 13, 10am–12pm / BFNR and SNP This program will explore how people learned to get sugar from trees. ecosystems. Then join us on an outdoor hike to our reserves ponds as We will begin with Native American techniques and continue onto the Kids and parents are invited to participate in a family-friendly we search for frogs and amphibians! $6 per member, $10 per Join the ASWP naturalists for our annual Great Backyard Bird nonmember. Count walk on Audubon’s trails. Launched in 1998 by the Cornell latest maple sugar extraction technologies and why Western PA is such version of the Christmas Bird Count, no experience required. Our Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, the Great a good place for maple sugaring. You will be able to identify local naturalist will guide you at Succop Nature Park. This event is maple species and understand the science of how/why these trees appropriate for school-age and up. Children must be accompanied Backyard Bird Count was the first online community-science project Check out our YouTube Channel for everything from virtual to collect data on wild birds and to display results in near real-time. make sugar. $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. by a responsible adult. Advance registration is required. Free. hikes to DIY crafts! Find it by searching “ASWP YouTube.” Free.

6 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 7 Native Plants BEECHWOOD AFTER-SCHOOL SERIES WINTER BERRIES FOR BIRDS January 13 & 27, February 10 & 24, March 10 & 24, 4:30–6pm / BFNR January 23, 10am–12pm / Zoom Want to get your child or student outside into nature this winter? This after-school program at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve serves as the When winter sets in birds depend on plant resources to provide perfect respite from an overload of screen time. Winter at Beechwood critical nutrients as insects become scarce. We will discuss specific has its own unique features and fascinating encounters with nature. WPROGRAMinter SCHEDULE native plants that help sustain birds during the harsh winter months Explore our meadows, forests and ecosystems for animals and their and how to incorporate them in your own yards and landscapes. homes with an Audubon educator all the while having fun! Ages K-3rd $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. grade. $10 per student.

6 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 7 Hands-On Learning PYMATUNING BIRD OUTING Outdoors 101 ANIMAL SURVIVAL IN WINTER AUDUBON VOLUNTEER NATURALIST TRAINING March 27, 8am–12pm / Pymatuning State Park WINTER TREE ID February 27, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP Six Mondays, March 15–April 27, 9:30am–2:30pm / BFNR Pymatuning State Park represents one of the best places in Pennsylvania January 9, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP There is much to be learned about keeping yourself warm and safe to observe migrating waterfowl and raptors like Bald Eagles. Participants in winter survival scenarios by observing animals. On this hike, we will Audubon Volunteer Naturalists lead small groups of school will meet at the Wildlife Learning Center, spillway parking lot, on the On this hike, we will discover ways to identify common trees locate dens, burrows, and dreys and see how these structures provide students on field trips on the trails at Beechwood Farms Nature Linesville side of the park, just up from the spillway. Contact Chris without their leaves. By using branching patterns, bark texture, buds, shelter. Then we will build a suitable survival shelter based on what nature Reserve, primarily spring and fall. This training will provide Kubiak at [email protected] for more information. Registration required. and other clues, you can take this knowledge back to your favorite has shown us. This is a fun, family friendly activity for all ages! Free. teaching techniques and basic natural history. This is class will $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. natural areas and identify what you see. We will also locate and meet every Monday for six weeks March 23 through April 27. identify common invasive trees to assist you in making ecological Sign up for the first session, March 23, to register for the series. choices for your landscaping plans. Free. Contact Scott, [email protected], for complete details about the Audubon Volunteer Naturalist program. WINTER WALKABOUT: SIGNS OF LIFE Scout Programs Expand Your MAPLE SCOUTS February 8, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP Bird Knowledge March 13, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP Even in the midst of winter the forest is teeming with life! Join a BIRDS OF PREY: IDENTIFYING THE HAWKS Experience the science and history of Maple Sugaring. Groups or naturalist for the subtle and not-so-subtle signs of animal activity on Birding & Nature Hikes individuals welcome; advance registration is required. Contact Scott BIRDS & MORE NATURALIST LED January 9, 10am–12pm / BFNR the Reserve. Program is outside. Adults and families. Free. Detwiler at (412) 963-6100 or [email protected] to make your MORNING WALKS January 10, 10am–12pm / SNP reservation. $7.50 per scout. BFNR: Every Wednesday at 9am; Free Ever wonder how to better identify hawks found here in Western SNP: Every Thursday 9am; Free Pennsylvania? From the soaring hawks to the ambush predators, this BCNP (Butler/Freeport Trail): Every Friday in February program discusses strategies how to understand field markings and and March at 9am; Free ecologies of the hawks found in our region. $6 per member, $10 per nonmember. VOLANT STRIPS WINTER BIRDS OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA Product Spotlight: January 16, 8am–12pm / Lawrence County February 6, 10am–12pm / BFNR SQUIRREL The Volant Strips are located in Lawrence County, near the town February 7, 10am–12pm / SNP of Volant. Join us as we bird near Volant and the open country near Black Swamp as we look for overwintering Sandhill Cranes, Snow How do birds survive the cold of winter? What birds hang around BUSTER FEEDERS Buntings, Horned Larks, American Kestrels, Northern Harriers, all winter? What do they eat? How can we identify key species? Come and many more winter birds. Bring your optics, water, and a snack explore with our naturalists and observe what species of birds are to be One of the most frequent questions we get is, “how can and dress for the weather. Registration required. Meet at the Grove discovered and some of their strategies of survival. $6 per member, City Premium Outlets outside of Starbucks. Email Chris Kubiak $10 per nonmember. I keep the squirrels from eating all of my bird seed?” The at [email protected] for more details. $6 per member; $10 per answer is simple—switch to a Squirrel Buster feeder. nonmember. MASTER BIRDER PROGRAM Spring 2021 (schedule TBD) These feeders are designed to prevent squirrels from accessing MORAINE STATE PARK BIRD WALK your seed, leaving it available for the birds! Audubon Nature Store Audubon’s Master Birder Program is for the intermediate birder has a number of Squirrel Buster feeders in stock—give us a call or February 13, 9am–12pm / Moraine State Park who would like to take his or her birding knowledge to another level. stop in to learn more about the feeders and how they work. The Join us at Moraine State Park as we bird during the height of Outings are designed to reinforce class subject matter and to get feeders come with a lifetime care warranty, meaning they’ll provide winter. We will focus on overwintering species, residents and other firsthand experience with the breadth of birds that occur in Western interesting birds. We will meet in the parking lot at McDaniel’s Pennsylvania. Graduates will have a detailed understanding of local years of enjoyment for you and the birds. Boat Launch and bird several locations at Moraine. Bring your habitat, bird identification, and behavior along with the desire to share optics, water, and a snack and dress for the weather. Registration their learning through an ongoing volunteer commitment to the ASWP. BEECHWOOD FARMS NATURE RESERVE required. Email Chris Kubiak at [email protected] for more Cost is $400 for members, $475 for nonmembers. Email Chris Store Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 9am–5pm Kubiak at [email protected] for more details. details. $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. 614 Dorseyville Road in Fox Chapel

SUCCOP NATURE PARK Store Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 12–5pm 185 W. Airport Road in Butler

Phone: (412) 963-6100

PS – don’t forget about our curbside pickup for bird seed!

8 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 9 Hands-On Learning PYMATUNING BIRD OUTING Outdoors 101 ANIMAL SURVIVAL IN WINTER AUDUBON VOLUNTEER NATURALIST TRAINING March 27, 8am–12pm / Pymatuning State Park WINTER TREE ID February 27, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP Six Mondays, March 15–April 27, 9:30am–2:30pm / BFNR Pymatuning State Park represents one of the best places in Pennsylvania January 9, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP There is much to be learned about keeping yourself warm and safe to observe migrating waterfowl and raptors like Bald Eagles. Participants in winter survival scenarios by observing animals. On this hike, we will Audubon Volunteer Naturalists lead small groups of school will meet at the Wildlife Learning Center, spillway parking lot, on the On this hike, we will discover ways to identify common trees locate dens, burrows, and dreys and see how these structures provide students on field trips on the trails at Beechwood Farms Nature Linesville side of the park, just up from the spillway. Contact Chris without their leaves. By using branching patterns, bark texture, buds, shelter. Then we will build a suitable survival shelter based on what nature Reserve, primarily spring and fall. This training will provide Kubiak at [email protected] for more information. Registration required. and other clues, you can take this knowledge back to your favorite has shown us. This is a fun, family friendly activity for all ages! Free. teaching techniques and basic natural history. This is class will $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. natural areas and identify what you see. We will also locate and meet every Monday for six weeks March 23 through April 27. identify common invasive trees to assist you in making ecological Sign up for the first session, March 23, to register for the series. choices for your landscaping plans. Free. Contact Scott, [email protected], for complete details about the Audubon Volunteer Naturalist program. WINTER WALKABOUT: SIGNS OF LIFE Scout Programs Expand Your MAPLE SCOUTS February 8, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP Bird Knowledge March 13, 10am–12pm / BFNR & SNP Even in the midst of winter the forest is teeming with life! Join a BIRDS OF PREY: IDENTIFYING THE HAWKS Experience the science and history of Maple Sugaring. Groups or naturalist for the subtle and not-so-subtle signs of animal activity on Birding & Nature Hikes individuals welcome; advance registration is required. Contact Scott BIRDS & MORE NATURALIST LED January 9, 10am–12pm / BFNR the Reserve. Program is outside. Adults and families. Free. Detwiler at (412) 963-6100 or [email protected] to make your MORNING WALKS January 10, 10am–12pm / SNP reservation. $7.50 per scout. BFNR: Every Wednesday at 9am; Free Ever wonder how to better identify hawks found here in Western SNP: Every Thursday 9am; Free Pennsylvania? From the soaring hawks to the ambush predators, this BCNP (Butler/Freeport Trail): Every Friday in February program discusses strategies how to understand field markings and and March at 9am; Free ecologies of the hawks found in our region. $6 per member, $10 per nonmember. VOLANT STRIPS WINTER BIRDS OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA Product Spotlight: January 16, 8am–12pm / Lawrence County February 6, 10am–12pm / BFNR SQUIRREL The Volant Strips are located in Lawrence County, near the town February 7, 10am–12pm / SNP of Volant. Join us as we bird near Volant and the open country near Black Swamp as we look for overwintering Sandhill Cranes, Snow How do birds survive the cold of winter? What birds hang around BUSTER FEEDERS Buntings, Horned Larks, American Kestrels, Northern Harriers, all winter? What do they eat? How can we identify key species? Come and many more winter birds. Bring your optics, water, and a snack explore with our naturalists and observe what species of birds are to be One of the most frequent questions we get is, “how can and dress for the weather. Registration required. Meet at the Grove discovered and some of their strategies of survival. $6 per member, City Premium Outlets outside of Starbucks. Email Chris Kubiak $10 per nonmember. I keep the squirrels from eating all of my bird seed?” The at [email protected] for more details. $6 per member; $10 per answer is simple—switch to a Squirrel Buster feeder. nonmember. MASTER BIRDER PROGRAM Spring 2021 (schedule TBD) These feeders are designed to prevent squirrels from accessing MORAINE STATE PARK BIRD WALK your seed, leaving it available for the birds! Audubon Nature Store Audubon’s Master Birder Program is for the intermediate birder has a number of Squirrel Buster feeders in stock—give us a call or February 13, 9am–12pm / Moraine State Park who would like to take his or her birding knowledge to another level. stop in to learn more about the feeders and how they work. The Join us at Moraine State Park as we bird during the height of Outings are designed to reinforce class subject matter and to get feeders come with a lifetime care warranty, meaning they’ll provide winter. We will focus on overwintering species, residents and other firsthand experience with the breadth of birds that occur in Western interesting birds. We will meet in the parking lot at McDaniel’s Pennsylvania. Graduates will have a detailed understanding of local years of enjoyment for you and the birds. Boat Launch and bird several locations at Moraine. Bring your habitat, bird identification, and behavior along with the desire to share optics, water, and a snack and dress for the weather. Registration their learning through an ongoing volunteer commitment to the ASWP. BEECHWOOD FARMS NATURE RESERVE required. Email Chris Kubiak at [email protected] for more Cost is $400 for members, $475 for nonmembers. Email Chris Store Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 9am–5pm Kubiak at [email protected] for more details. details. $6 per member; $10 per nonmember. 614 Dorseyville Road in Fox Chapel

SUCCOP NATURE PARK Store Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 12–5pm 185 W. Airport Road in Butler

Phone: (412) 963-6100

PS – don’t forget about our curbside pickup for bird seed!

8 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 9 AskNATURALIST the PREDATORY BEETLES RELEASED TO CONTROL HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID Q&A Eastern and Carolina Hemlock trees play an important While HWA may be controlled by insecticides, the Buffalo ecological role the 500+ acre of the Buffalo Creek Watershed— Creek Watershed property qualified for predatory beetle release WHERE DID HEMLOCK WOOLLY WHAT CAN I DO? which includes Todd Nature Reserve and Buffalo Creek Nature due to its location on the leading edge of the infestation. ADELGID (HWA) COME FROM? In large forests where the infestation is widespread, DCNR Park. These beautiful trees are being impacted by the Hemlock Insecticidal treatment generally involves the use of a horticultural HWA, an aphid, was introduced to the eastern United States from has a program to release biological control insects, such a predatory Woolly Adelgid (HWA), aphid-like tiny insects that reproduce soap, oil, or insecticide via spray on small trees. Insecticide may Japan in the early 1950s. There, it coexists with Japanese species black beetle from HWA’s native ecosystem. This has also been in large numbers. also be applied via root drench or injection on larger trees. (For of hemlocks where it is controlled by natural predators—and a done on a portion of ASWP’s property. However, for homeowners more information on insecticide treatments, please reach out natural resistance among the native tree. In the US, HWA numbers with small stands or individual trees, this is not practical; there isn’t An infestation of HWA causes “death by a thousand cuts” to your local Penn State Extension office.) have increased dramatically in the past 20 years. Cold winters enough food to sustain the beetle population. when the minuscule nymphs use penetrating mouthparts to suck slow it down, but our recent winters have been mostly mild. sap from the base of each hemlock needle. The sheer numbers The predatory beetles were released by DCNR staff in When adults overwinter in a tree, they lay eggs that by spring gradually overwhelm the tree, leading to weakness and death. October 2020 and Audubon continues to monitor the properties will that hatch into nymphs—thus, the most effective time to The entire process typically takes several years from first with a goal to work alongside DCNR to incorporate best HOW DO I RECOGNIZE IT? manage this pest with insecticides is late September through appearance on tree to morbidity. Stressed trees may succumb management practices. The aphids shelter inside of waxy, tiny “cotton balls,” attached October to kill the overwintering adults. There is no advantage within three years; healthy mature trees might last nine. in neat rows along the base of each needle on a hemlock twig. to use these products until you have an actual infestation, so Audubon chose to address this invasive species swiftly because Impacted trees may be identified at a distance by a change in color; monitor your trees and contact your local Penn State Extension To combat HWA, Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Hemlocks are vital in keeping streams cool while providing such trees get a gray cast to the needles instead of the normal office with questions. is utilizing a biological control—predatory beetles. It’s hoped nesting habitat for birds—in fact, some warbler species only deep green. Twig dieback eventually gives the tree a thinned that these beetles, native to Japan, will reduce the HWA nest in hemlocks. We will continue to keep you updated on the appearance as the infestation progresses. population in the watershed. progress of our work and encourage you to check your Hemlock trees for evidence of this invasive species. In preparation for the beetle release, Audubon surveyed Hemlock trees across 54 acres in the Buffalo Creek Watershed SEARCHING FOR THE PERFECT GIFT? to determine how many had HWA infestation. Using protocols Give the Gift of Nature – Give a Gift of Audubon developed by the US Department of Agriculture and the US We’ve got your covered! In our book, the perfect gift should come in all sizes, be easy to buy, and need no wrapping. It should also Forest Service, Audubon found HWA at low to moderate fit any occasion. What is this perfect gift? It’s the Gift of Audubon. Whether it’s for the holidays, a birthday, anniversary, Mother’s or levels on 12 acres. Father’s Day, or ‘just because’, the gift of Audubon shares the magic of birds and nature with the people you care about.

IT’S A GREAT FIT FOR: • Outdoor Enthusiasts: A commemorative brick, bench, or tree • Friends: An ASWP membership will introduce your friends honors a person who enjoys our nature reserves—and they’ll get to an organization you enjoy and support. DID YOU GET ENGAGED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? LOOKING FOR to see it every time they visit. • Grandparents: An in-person or virtual program can brighten THE PERFECT LOCATION TO HOLD YOUR SHOWER OR WEDDING? • Bird Watchers: A gift certificate to Audubon Nature Store the day of a parent or grandparent residing in a senior care facility. Contact us at [email protected] to discuss beautiful outdoor options for your upcoming events. Our spaces at allows a nature-lover to pick up something new (and fun) from It will also bring a smile to their friends’ faces! Succop Nature Park and Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve are the perfect backdrop for your big day! stores located on our properties. Still not sure what someone may want, or want something unique? Give us a call and we will help you out!

10 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 11 AskNATURALIST the PREDATORY BEETLES RELEASED TO CONTROL HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID Q&A Eastern and Carolina Hemlock trees play an important While HWA may be controlled by insecticides, the Buffalo ecological role the 500+ acre of the Buffalo Creek Watershed— Creek Watershed property qualified for predatory beetle release WHERE DID HEMLOCK WOOLLY WHAT CAN I DO? which includes Todd Nature Reserve and Buffalo Creek Nature due to its location on the leading edge of the infestation. ADELGID (HWA) COME FROM? In large forests where the infestation is widespread, DCNR Park. These beautiful trees are being impacted by the Hemlock Insecticidal treatment generally involves the use of a horticultural HWA, an aphid, was introduced to the eastern United States from has a program to release biological control insects, such a predatory Woolly Adelgid (HWA), aphid-like tiny insects that reproduce soap, oil, or insecticide via spray on small trees. Insecticide may Japan in the early 1950s. There, it coexists with Japanese species black beetle from HWA’s native ecosystem. This has also been in large numbers. also be applied via root drench or injection on larger trees. (For of hemlocks where it is controlled by natural predators—and a done on a portion of ASWP’s property. However, for homeowners more information on insecticide treatments, please reach out natural resistance among the native tree. In the US, HWA numbers with small stands or individual trees, this is not practical; there isn’t An infestation of HWA causes “death by a thousand cuts” to your local Penn State Extension office.) have increased dramatically in the past 20 years. Cold winters enough food to sustain the beetle population. when the minuscule nymphs use penetrating mouthparts to suck slow it down, but our recent winters have been mostly mild. sap from the base of each hemlock needle. The sheer numbers The predatory beetles were released by DCNR staff in When adults overwinter in a tree, they lay eggs that by spring gradually overwhelm the tree, leading to weakness and death. October 2020 and Audubon continues to monitor the properties will that hatch into nymphs—thus, the most effective time to The entire process typically takes several years from first with a goal to work alongside DCNR to incorporate best HOW DO I RECOGNIZE IT? manage this pest with insecticides is late September through appearance on tree to morbidity. Stressed trees may succumb management practices. The aphids shelter inside of waxy, tiny “cotton balls,” attached October to kill the overwintering adults. There is no advantage within three years; healthy mature trees might last nine. in neat rows along the base of each needle on a hemlock twig. to use these products until you have an actual infestation, so Audubon chose to address this invasive species swiftly because Impacted trees may be identified at a distance by a change in color; monitor your trees and contact your local Penn State Extension To combat HWA, Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Hemlocks are vital in keeping streams cool while providing such trees get a gray cast to the needles instead of the normal office with questions. is utilizing a biological control—predatory beetles. It’s hoped nesting habitat for birds—in fact, some warbler species only deep green. Twig dieback eventually gives the tree a thinned that these beetles, native to Japan, will reduce the HWA nest in hemlocks. We will continue to keep you updated on the appearance as the infestation progresses. population in the watershed. progress of our work and encourage you to check your Hemlock trees for evidence of this invasive species. In preparation for the beetle release, Audubon surveyed Hemlock trees across 54 acres in the Buffalo Creek Watershed SEARCHING FOR THE PERFECT GIFT? to determine how many had HWA infestation. Using protocols Give the Gift of Nature – Give a Gift of Audubon developed by the US Department of Agriculture and the US We’ve got your covered! In our book, the perfect gift should come in all sizes, be easy to buy, and need no wrapping. It should also Forest Service, Audubon found HWA at low to moderate fit any occasion. What is this perfect gift? It’s the Gift of Audubon. Whether it’s for the holidays, a birthday, anniversary, Mother’s or levels on 12 acres. Father’s Day, or ‘just because’, the gift of Audubon shares the magic of birds and nature with the people you care about.

10 Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 11 PROGRAM 2019–2020 INCOME EXPENSES ASWP’S YEAR (JULY 1, 2019 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2020) PARTICIPATION Contributions and Grants 949,480 AT A GLANCE Net Nature Store Sales and Rental Income 353,713 551 Education and Programming Fees 172,468 In-Person Programs Although the Covid-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on many things in Interest and Investment Distribution 47,367 7,823 Youth Participants 2020, it did not keep Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania from Total Operating Income $1,523,028 5,188 Adult Participants having another successful year. Money Spent from Multi-year Support $74,029 13,011 Total Much of what we do is hard to quantify—how do you measure the joy a child feels when watching a butterﬂy emerge from a chrysalis? Is it 2019–2020 EXPENSES 33 possible to graph the excitement of viewing a new ‘life bird’? We do Reserves and Facilities 611,830 Virtual Programs understand that numbers and charts are important, and we’re proud Education and Programs 383,816 to share some of them from this past year. Conservation and Advocacy 196,178 1,725 Youth Participants 198 Adult Participants Total Program Expenses $1,191,824 1,923 Total In particular, I want to thank all of the volunteers that continue to assist 44% our staﬀ every day and in all areas of our operations. Management and General Administration 113,454 Reserves and Facilities Fundraising and Member Support 88,634 I’m also grateful for the many individuals, foundations, organizations, 28% Total Operating Expenses $1,393,912 61 and government agencies that have helped to make our work possible. Education and Programs Videos on YouTube With over 2,400 supporting members and thousands of people attending Money Reserved for Multi-year Programs $273,598 14% 4,260 Total Views our programs every year, ASWP is one of the largest and busiest Audubon Conservation and Advocacy Chapters in the country. I’m also proud to share that in 2020, we received STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL our third consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. 8% POSITION (AS OF JUNE 30, 2020) Management and 645 Total Programs General Administration 19,194 Total Participants Thank you for helping us to be a success, ASSETS Cash and Cash Equivalents 390,921 6% Fundraising Jim Bonner Accounts Receivable 311,950 Executive Director Inventories 100,980 and Member Support Investments 825,195 Land, Buildings,and Equipment 7,396,107

BACKYARD Total Assets $9,025,153 RESERVES AND PARKS VOLUNTEER HOURS HABITAT BEECHWOOD FARMS NATURE RESERVE Board and Administration PROGRAM Acreage: 131 Total (5 Owned, 126 Managed) LIABILITIES 16 Volunteers · 1,505 Hours Miles of Trails: 3.5 Accounts Payable 29,785 Accrued Expenses 3,109 Education 407 SUCCOP NATURE PARK Deferred Revenue 65,548 53 Volunteers · 1,029 Hours Total Enrollment Acreage: 50 Total (Owned) Paycheck Protection Program Loan* 220,165 Miles of Trails: 2.5 Total Liabilities $318,607 Native Plant Center 41 Volunteers · 1,787 Hours TODD NATURE RESERVE 233 Acreage: 511.5 Total (375.5 Owned, 130 Easement, 6 Managed) NET ASSETS Conservation Total Certified Miles of Trails: 5.5 Unrestricted - Undesignated (Land and Property) 6,892,457 75 Volunteers · 351 Hours 85 Certified Guardians Board Designated Land Acquisition and Projects 30,454 93 Certified Champions ZELOYLE SANCTUARY (BUFFALO TOWNSHIP) Unrestricted Board Designated Reserves 190,656 Nature Store 55 Certified Heroes Acreage: 73.5 Total (Owned) Temporarily Restricted for Projects 936,563 7 Volunteers · 673 Hours Permanently Restricted Endowment 656,416

PALOVCAK PARCEL (HARMAR) Total Net Assets $8,706,546 Acreage: 2.5 Total (Owned) 192 Total Volunteers 512.2 Total Liabilities and Net Assets $9,025,153 Total Certiﬁed 5,345 Total Hours *We anticipate Paycheck Protection Program Loan forgiveness in 2020-21. Acreage 768.5 Total Acres • 11.5 Total Miles of Trails View our full financial statements, as well as previous years’ statements, at aswp.org. 12 Audubon’s Year in Review Audubon’s Year in Review 13 Tom Cosgrove Marti Donovan and David Lower Mary Probst Ray Stoner OUR SUPPORTERS Alyssa and David Cowan Curt Helffenstein Bobbie Lucchino Melissa and Matt Rabassi Beth and Gus Succop This list includes contributors who have supported ASWP between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020. Jane Crompton Kathleen and David Helfrich Karen Lukas Norman Radcliffe Beth Svendsen Laurie and John Culbertson The Herb Society of Julie and L. Dade Lunsford Lynn and James Ramage Ashley Swanson America—Western PA Unit Gillian Cannell and Marlene Martak Catherine and David Ravella Mary Swiergol Maryanne and Ted Hermann Jean Harbeck Ellen Ewart Joan Novogradac African Healing Garden John Cummings Dana Martin Frances Finn Reichl Melissa Tai $50,000+ James Higgins Anonymous Donor Jill and Stanley Herman Lloyd Fales Michael O’Connell in Larimer Daffodil & Hosta Society of Marion and John Marty Anne and Scott Reid Michael Henderson and Western Pennsylvania Dorothy and William Hill Fred J. and Shirley H. Jordan Sara Horsman Barbara Frazer Lowe Shirley Olander Brian Allerton Charles Masters Erin Kliber and Ken Reigle Sam Taylor Foundation Linda and Lawrence Lucy Horton and Paula Hiteshew Shelley and James Taylor Jean and Thomas Harbeck Dale and Al Filstrup John Oliver Howard Dehoff Susan and Carmen Mazzotti Ellen Remaley Laurel Foundation Family Foundation Anderson Judy and Kevin Holden Barbara Testa Robert Ford Betsey Owens Dee and Dan Delaney Charles McChesney David Rice Richard King Mellon Andora Fox Chapel LLC Richard Hopkins Robert Jedrzejewski Fox Chapel Garden Club Marnie and Howard Owens Rosemary Hogan and Betty and Larry Rich Linda and Jay Thier Foundation Frances Armstrong Ellen and David DeNinno Susan Hoppe and Betsy and Bob Kampmeinert Gail and Gil Gilliland Arlene Palmeri Joanne McCloskey Jean Riddle Mark Thomas Succop Family Foundation Jack Dills Michael Goodhart Paula Lockhart Jennifer Armstrong Maureen McClure James Thompson Sarah and John Gilmour Susan Parker Richard Dines Vicki and Eric Horne Deborah Robinson Helen Mathieson Mary Boyle and Tom Arnn Kiki and Bill McConnel Jane and Harry Google, Inc. Pashek + MTR LTD Dirt Landscape Collective Thomas Hotopp Caitlin Rollman $10,000‒$49,999 Betty and Kenneth Miller Elizabeth Arnold Andrea McCrady Thompson Allegheny Regional Rosalind and Lawrence Cece and Fred Peterson Alice Ronk Nancy and John Artz Michael Dishart Nancy Eddy and Marion Thompson Asset District Amy Succop Millin and Gorman Mary Phan-Gruber and David Hounshell Debra McFadden James Rooney Michael Gordon Millin Marian Atkins H M Duffy Tusca Ridge Garden Club Joy Borelli-Edwards and Melinda Guinn Michael Gruber Michele McGinnis Sandra and Raymond Richard Hughes Betsy Roughen Elizabeth Kairys Milton G. Hulme Lynn and Patrick Gurrentz Renee Piskor Florence and Charles Atwood Grace and Eric Karel Ulizio Charitable Foundation Dunlevy Linda Humphreys Suzanne Rudat Clapp Charitable and Charlotte Baciak McGorrian-Rodriguez Lynne Updegraff Guyasuta Garden Club Wesley Posvar Regis Ebner Mary and Alan Hunninen Emily Russell Educational Trust Ginger and Ray Morris Barbara Bahnson Norman McHolme Barbara Urban Jill and Andrew Hardie Kathy and Gwilym Price Brian Eckenrode Scott Hunsberger Judy Ruszkowski and Anne Succop Covert National Audubon Society William Bain Janet McKinney Barbara Urban Evelyn and David Hazlet Gerald Puff Donna Egbert Gil and Frank Hurite Ken Regal The Florence Boyer Fritz Okie Susanna Hegnes Susan Greenspan and Nancy and Wilder Bancroft Jennifer McKinney Jill and Ernie Ruzich Kelee Van Aken Foundation Andrea DiMartini and Mary Elsenheimer Kristen Huskey Kathryn and Vincent Heintz Neil Resnick Catherine Baty Sue and Andy McLaren Elizabeth Ryan Cole VanOrmer Foundation for Siddharth Pant Sharlene and Mark Emerson David Immonen Nancy and Paul Resnick Lindsay Baxter and Alexandra McLaughlin Tracey and Carey Vinson Pennsylvania Watersheds Patagonia Sharon Goldstein and Malvina and Andrew Epstein Ingomar Garden Club Sandra Preuhs and Craig Jahnke Theresa and Charles Brian Henry Anne and Thomas Medsger Mr. Sachs Susan and Timothy Vismor The Fund for Piccadilly Herb Club Richards Aimee Beggs Ellen Philips and Irvine Nature Center Charitable Giving Janis and Jonas Johnson Bard Ermentrout Amy and Mark Meyer Carolyn and Scott Sanford Cate and Jerry Vockley Lauren and Daniel Resnick Anne Ringham Paul Beisler Joseph Jackovic Frances Hardie Evan Johnston Mary and Henry Ewalt Bette and Dennis Miller Molly and Ferd Sauereisen Laura and Andrew Voigt The Rockwell Foundation Charles Rollman and Teresa Honert and Marilyn Jenkins Network For Good Jordan Karp and Patrick Family Scott Miller Joanne and Robert Saunders G. Deborah Walko Gregg Scott Paul Bowden Jane Richards Luc Berger Carolyn Jones NexTier Bank Elly Fisher Michael Misour Theresa and Edwin Scheetz Beth Walsh Naomi Siegel and Betsy Kennon Linda and Doug Roth Michael Betts Helen and Milton Justh PA Department of Conservation Jocelyn and Vincent Molino Mikell and Bill Schenck Mary Ellen Walter Eric Cooper Suzie Salo Denise Birsic Linda Fisher Ed Keiser and Natural Resources Ellen Kight and Steve Woods Dr. and Mrs. James Moore DeDee Wilson and Pauline Walter Liz Spence Nancy and Bill Sayles Jane Bittcher Teri and Larry Flatley Cynthia Ference-Kelly and The Pittsburgh Foundation Lisa Krieg Joseph Kelly Sandra Moore Tad Scheri Christine Ward Maryann and Fred Steward Seeders & Weeders Franklin and Bonnie Lisa Fox Beth Succop Andrew Kroll Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schirm Town & Country Garden Club Blackstone Elizabeth Frey, Ian and Beth Wainwright and Russ Betty and Granger Morgan John Warrick Kemerer Jo Ann and Tom Succop Garden Club Sheryl and James Kunning Natalie Jones Marcia Morton Christina and Ellis Arlene and Robert Weiner Martha and Phillip Smith Betci Boone Schmidlapp Western Pennsylvania Heinz and Nancy Kunz Michelle Kienholz Dorothy and Jim Valimont Bobbie and Keith Smith Carole and Steve Botos John Fruhwald Loraine and Stephen Monica and John Wesner Conservancy Verna and David Laman Barbara Kiss Murphey Linda Schmidt Mary Ann and Ron Sue and Jack Solomon Mary Bowser Annie and Bill Futrell Lois Wigton Zdrojkowski Ann LaRusse Donna and Robert Klaput Barb and Dan Murphy Joan and Clifford Schoff Squaw Run Garden Club Natalie Boydston Kathryn Galey Mary Williams $1,000‒$9,999 Sally and Francis Kozbelt Anya Schoss Marianne Kasica and Anthony Gambardella Mona and Tom Murphy Lindsay Woge and Meg Succop and Rob Adams Larry Laude Euphemia H. Steffey Bradford Charitable Fund Lindsay Scott and $250‒$999 Mary and Lee Gevaudan Karen Kozlowski Sheila and John Murtagh Joe Morrison Sharon Albright Ellen and Albert Amshel Sharon and Steve Lee Josie Strong and Ginny Merchant and Alexis Rodefer Jim Whipple Jim Brainard Margaret and William Ghrist Kathy Krauth-Miller Kathy Nimmo Mark Wolfe Ally Bank Thomas Anderson Susan and Paul Lieber Shaler Garden Club Elizabeth and John Surma Paul Breslin Margaret Gilﬁllan Joan Kubancek North American Tishie and Davitt Woodwell Tingle and Richard Barnes Amy and Keith Arner JoAnne and Don Lightner Rock Garden Society Marilyn and Charles Siefert The U.S. Charitable Gift Trust Jill Brethauer Gina and Jim Gilmore Janet and Tom Kuehl Carolyn and Tom Worrall Dotty and Nick Beckwith Jennie and Kenneth Barker Susan and James Liken (Allegheny Chapter) Jil Stifel and Blaine Siegel Suzanne and Stephen Diane Briars and Stephanie Gleason Heidi Kuehn Jan Wunderlich Leslie and Jim Bonner Beaver Valley Pointer Elsa Limbach Jennifer Novelli Jason Allen Singer Thomas James Staszewski Paula and Moustache Graham Daniel Kupas Nancy and Allen Yoder Courtney and Carl and Setter Club Lisa and Dan Nydick Ann Slonaker Linden Garden Club TIAA Charitable Norma Bronder Carroll and Jules Labarthe Carol and Lawrence Young Borntraeger Chris and Guy Bess Cindy and Todd Green John Oehrle Eleanor and Gary Sorock Sherron and Patrick Lynch Lindsay and Robert Turner Denise Brown Charles Lamberton Zampogna Family Susan and Michael Boyle BNY Mellon Community Dana and Richard Green Mariam Ohanjanyan Southern Butler Co. Amy and Rudolph Maceyko Urish Popeck & Co. Marilyn and Howard Bruschi James Langenhahn Susan Zeff and Kathy and Jim Braham Partnership Susan and Stephen Greenhill Susan Orenstein and Women’s Club Nancy Magee Joan Vondra and Christine and Jeffrey Burd Denise Langford Ray McGunigle The Burke Foundations Barbara Bott and Maya Groner Richard Conners Southern Butler County Bob Jennings Janet Sarbaugh and Thomas Chang Joyce and Michael Bussler Sandra Lashway and Joyce Garden Club T. David Zimmermann Emily Bush William McAllister Elizabeth and Kenneth Thomas Pandolfo Elizabeth and David Brown Thomas Walker Betty and Lindy Butler Gryger Lashway Lynne Spangler Laura and Ron Zinski Gloria and Donald Casey Judith and Richard Michael Parkinson Kathryn and Michael Bryson Penny and Jeff Ward Butler Garden Club Sharon Hadley Lorraine Laux Beth and Jonathan Spatz Patty and Sean Casey McCandless Mary Weidner and Gail Burke Western PA Mushroom Club Louise and David Cannon Joanne and Steve Hollock Nancy Lawry Jim Pashek Jolie and Douglas Spindler Church Brew Works Mary Louise McCune Karen Cambell Bruce Wilderoter David Lendt Foundation Mary McDonough Susan Cercone Jennifer and Alan Halperin Ruth Anne and Carl Srodes Robin and Steve Catt Arlene Carbone-Wiley Carol and David Lerberg Jay Pastorius Clark Hunter Foundation Rebecca and Walter Carol Cesnik Arlene and John Ham Kate St. John and Clayton Wiley Peggy and Edmund Leshinski Lurline Pavlovich Katy and Dan Cole Susan and David Chrzan McGough Beth and Howie Choset Ellen Hamill Janet and Don Stahlman Jeffrey Wolfe Nicholas Lewandowski Esther and John Pernick Betty Connelly Jacqueline and John Sybil and Kevin McKeegan Mary and Angelo Cilia Jessie Handron Marguerite Standish Conomikes Bunny Wolff Glenda and Paul Lichanec Jeanne Perrier Chris Covert Ann and Richard Meyer Michael Collins Cecelia Hard Hayley Stettner Andrew Cushman Robin and Michael Zacherl Barry Light Patty Phelan Elizabeth Covert Alice and Robert Moore Melissa Compton John Harman Peggy and David Stettner Debby Dodds Ariel and Noah Zych Virginia and Travis Lindsay Mary Ann and Tod Pike Nancy and Dan Fales Billie Ann and Tom Moser Adriana Conroy-Dandashi Malcolm Harter Rachel and Scot Stevens Chip Echnoz Roseann Litzinger Audrey Placci Fidelity Charitable Heather Myers Cornelia Cook Darlene Hastings Regina and David Stevenson Lori and Peter Ellis $100‒$249 Debra and David Longhini Frederick Porkolab Fox Chapel Area Rotary Marlene Naughton Thorne Abbott Cynthia and Bill Cooley Mr. and Mrs. Milford Hazlet Donna and John Stolz Bruce Evans Maureen McBride and Louise Predis Gretchen and Jim Gockley Zhana Neumann Grace Abbs Abby Corbin

14 Audubon’s Year in Review Audubon’s Year in Review 15 Tom Cosgrove Marti Donovan and David Lower Mary Probst Ray Stoner OUR SUPPORTERS Alyssa and David Cowan Curt Helffenstein Bobbie Lucchino Melissa and Matt Rabassi Beth and Gus Succop This list includes contributors who have supported ASWP between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020. Jane Crompton Kathleen and David Helfrich Karen Lukas Norman Radcliffe Beth Svendsen Laurie and John Culbertson The Herb Society of Julie and L. Dade Lunsford Lynn and James Ramage Ashley Swanson America—Western PA Unit Gillian Cannell and Marlene Martak Catherine and David Ravella Mary Swiergol Maryanne and Ted Hermann Jean Harbeck Ellen Ewart Joan Novogradac African Healing Garden John Cummings Dana Martin Frances Finn Reichl Melissa Tai $50,000+ James Higgins Anonymous Donor Jill and Stanley Herman Lloyd Fales Michael O’Connell in Larimer Daffodil & Hosta Society of Marion and John Marty Anne and Scott Reid Michael Henderson and Western Pennsylvania Dorothy and William Hill Fred J. and Shirley H. Jordan Sara Horsman Barbara Frazer Lowe Shirley Olander Brian Allerton Charles Masters Erin Kliber and Ken Reigle Sam Taylor Foundation Linda and Lawrence Lucy Horton and Paula Hiteshew Shelley and James Taylor Jean and Thomas Harbeck Dale and Al Filstrup John Oliver Howard Dehoff Susan and Carmen Mazzotti Ellen Remaley Laurel Foundation Family Foundation Anderson Judy and Kevin Holden Barbara Testa Robert Ford Betsey Owens Dee and Dan Delaney Charles McChesney David Rice Richard King Mellon Andora Fox Chapel LLC Richard Hopkins Robert Jedrzejewski Fox Chapel Garden Club Marnie and Howard Owens Rosemary Hogan and Betty and Larry Rich Linda and Jay Thier Foundation Frances Armstrong Ellen and David DeNinno Susan Hoppe and Betsy and Bob Kampmeinert Gail and Gil Gilliland Arlene Palmeri Joanne McCloskey Jean Riddle Mark Thomas Succop Family Foundation Jack Dills Michael Goodhart Paula Lockhart Jennifer Armstrong Maureen McClure James Thompson Sarah and John Gilmour Susan Parker Richard Dines Vicki and Eric Horne Deborah Robinson Helen Mathieson Mary Boyle and Tom Arnn Kiki and Bill McConnel Jane and Harry Google, Inc. Pashek + MTR LTD Dirt Landscape Collective Thomas Hotopp Caitlin Rollman $10,000‒$49,999 Betty and Kenneth Miller Elizabeth Arnold Andrea McCrady Thompson Allegheny Regional Rosalind and Lawrence Cece and Fred Peterson Alice Ronk Nancy and John Artz Michael Dishart Nancy Eddy and Marion Thompson Asset District Amy Succop Millin and Gorman Mary Phan-Gruber and David Hounshell Debra McFadden James Rooney Michael Gordon Millin Marian Atkins H M Duffy Tusca Ridge Garden Club Joy Borelli-Edwards and Melinda Guinn Michael Gruber Michele McGinnis Sandra and Raymond Richard Hughes Betsy Roughen Elizabeth Kairys Milton G. Hulme Lynn and Patrick Gurrentz Renee Piskor Florence and Charles Atwood Grace and Eric Karel Ulizio Charitable Foundation Dunlevy Linda Humphreys Suzanne Rudat Clapp Charitable and Charlotte Baciak McGorrian-Rodriguez Lynne Updegraff Guyasuta Garden Club Wesley Posvar Regis Ebner Mary and Alan Hunninen Emily Russell Educational Trust Ginger and Ray Morris Barbara Bahnson Norman McHolme Barbara Urban Jill and Andrew Hardie Kathy and Gwilym Price Brian Eckenrode Scott Hunsberger Judy Ruszkowski and Anne Succop Covert National Audubon Society William Bain Janet McKinney Barbara Urban Evelyn and David Hazlet Gerald Puff Donna Egbert Gil and Frank Hurite Ken Regal The Florence Boyer Fritz Okie Susanna Hegnes Susan Greenspan and Nancy and Wilder Bancroft Jennifer McKinney Jill and Ernie Ruzich Kelee Van Aken Foundation Andrea DiMartini and Mary Elsenheimer Kristen Huskey Kathryn and Vincent Heintz Neil Resnick Catherine Baty Sue and Andy McLaren Elizabeth Ryan Cole VanOrmer Foundation for Siddharth Pant Sharlene and Mark Emerson David Immonen Nancy and Paul Resnick Lindsay Baxter and Alexandra McLaughlin Tracey and Carey Vinson Pennsylvania Watersheds Patagonia Sharon Goldstein and Malvina and Andrew Epstein Ingomar Garden Club Sandra Preuhs and Craig Jahnke Theresa and Charles Brian Henry Anne and Thomas Medsger Mr. Sachs Susan and Timothy Vismor The Fund for Piccadilly Herb Club Richards Aimee Beggs Ellen Philips and Irvine Nature Center Charitable Giving Janis and Jonas Johnson Bard Ermentrout Amy and Mark Meyer Carolyn and Scott Sanford Cate and Jerry Vockley Lauren and Daniel Resnick Anne Ringham Paul Beisler Joseph Jackovic Frances Hardie Evan Johnston Mary and Henry Ewalt Bette and Dennis Miller Molly and Ferd Sauereisen Laura and Andrew Voigt The Rockwell Foundation Charles Rollman and Teresa Honert and Marilyn Jenkins Network For Good Jordan Karp and Patrick Family Scott Miller Joanne and Robert Saunders G. 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