Our Education Legacy
A commitment to education is at the heart of the Audubon tradition. By inspiring more people in more places to value and protect the natural world, we are laying the foundation for future conservation. Audubon Centers like Pickering Creek are one of the principal elements of our education work. It has inspired generations to learn about and protect birds, other wildlife, and the natural world. Pickering Creek reaches over 13,000 contacts each year, part of Audubon's network of nature Centers reaching more than a million visitors each year.
Moving People to Conservation Action
Our model for engaging people in conservation breaks new ground with its focus on measurable conservation results. Audubon Center programming and activities turn visitors into active participants in our conservation work saving birds and protecting habitat.
How we do it
Students Digging In
Each time a student interacts with Pickering Creek, they take action for wildlife!
Building Environmentally Literate Citizens
Maryland requires all students graduate high school as environmentally literate citizens. Pickering Creek Audubon Center is leading the way on the Shore to provide meaningful outdoor experiences throughout the school career.
Junior Naturalist Club
Are you a student who likes exploring and wants to take a deeper look into science careers, build your leadership skills while making friends? This group is for you!
How to Begin Birding
Like birds, but don’t know how to make the leap to becoming a birder? Here are three easy steps to get you into the field.
Become a Pickering Creek Volunteer
Begin your Pickering Creek journey today by submitting a volunteer application, so we can know your time and talents and work with you to find the perfect fit.