Outreach Events

OAS’ Conservation Leadership Initiative Students at Orlando Wetlands Festival. Photo: Kathy Rigling

Outreach Events

As part of our mission, OAS participates in outreach events throughout Central Florida. We are always looking for volunteers to help us out! If you’re interested in joining us, contact the phone number listed for each event.

  • Great Backyard Bird Count, Feb. 13-16, 2026
  • Central Florida Earth Day, Lake Eola, Orlando April 26, 2026 —(407) 637-2525
  • Apopka Art & Foliage Festival, Apopka, 9am to 5pm on Sat. through 10am to 4pm, Sun., April 25-26—(407) 637-2525
  • Baby Owl Shower, Center for Birds of Prey, Maitland, May 9, 2026, 10am to 2 pm—(407) 718-1977
  • Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive Anniversary, Sun., May 3, 2026—(407) 637-2525
  • OAS Online Auction, June 13-23, 2026—(941) 704-1189 www.biddingowl.com/OrangeAudubonSociety
  • June Challenge Bird Walk and Top-Birder Celebration, Sun., July 26, 2026 – 8:00am, Trimble Park, contact Kathy at riglingkathy@gmail.com

Completed Outreach Events:

  • Nature Fest at Oakland Nature Preserve, Sat., Sep 20, 2025; 9am – 1pm —(407) 637-2525
  • Backyard Biodiversity Day, Mead Botanical Garden, Sat., Oct 18, 2025; 9am – 3pm —(407) 637-2525