The oldest independent environmental organization in the Washington, DC region, the Audubon Naturalist Society is a pioneer in linking conservation activities with environmental education.  

This one year family membership entitles family members to the following:

• Annual discounts on program registration and nature travel, and to the ANS Sanctuary Shop


• Invites to free family and members-only events


• Subscriptions to Naturalist Quarterly and monthly eNews


• An invite to a family campout and priority registration for Nature Preschool and Summer Camp 

The Audubon Naturalist Society inspires residents of the greater Washington, DC, region to appreciate, understand, and protect their natural environment through outdoor experiences, education, and advocacy.

The ANS:

• Has two nature sanctuaries:  Woodend (Chevy Chase, MD), and Rust (Leesburg, VA). Rust Sanctuary is a partnership between the Audubon Naturalist Society and NOVA Parks.


• Hosts numerous special events, including author and speaker events, member meetings, and the Bloomin' Birdathon


• Publishes the Naturalist Quarterly four times a year and broadcasts the Audubon eNEWS monthly


• Operates a Naturalist Shop at Woodend Sanctuary in Chevy Chase, MD, with a great selection of birdseed, bird feeders & houses, natural history and environmental books, binoculars, spotting scopes, gifts, jewelry,  note cards, coffee, and children's items.