Bird Habitat Recognition Program

The Pennsylvania  Audubon Council, Audubon chapters and Bird Town PA are happy to announce the new Bird Habitat Recognition program.  The program is designed to engage, educate, and empower individuals to rethink yards, balconies, and community green spaces, turning them into functional habitat that is both  beautiful for you and beneficial for birds.

To qualify for the Bird Habitat Recognition program and receive your yard sign, your property must have items from each of the four pillars of healthy habitats: Food, Water, Shelter, and Nesting. Your Registration and sign cost $30.  Homeowners, renters, schools, parks, businesses, and community spaces can apply.  There are many benefits to having your Bird Friendly Habitat recognized. You can get the Bird Town Pennsylvania newsletter, Bird Beat, filled with all sorts of articles on native plants and healthy habitats. You can connect to Valley Forge Audubon Society and take advantage of programs and events. And you’ll be part of the PA Audubon Council community statewide with opportunities to attend webinars, take action with local legislators, and stay on top of all things bird-friendly in PA.

Properties of any size — from small yards to large parcels — are eligible as long as they meet the habitat requirements. We recognize that individuals seeking recognition for a small space, such as a patio or balcony, may offer alternative options for bird friendly habitat. Property owners in apartments or in HOAs where exterior yard signs may not be permitted will be provided with a 5X7 self-sticking window label as well as a sign, which can be used for an interior display.  Signs are free to qualifying schools, churches, and other municipal properties.

To learn more about how to build and maintain a bird-friendly habitat, check out our Backyards for Nature pages.