Camp Surfbird February 28 – March 2, 2025
Camp Surfbird is a new, unique overnight camp experience designed specifically for youth ages 13-17 to enjoy the San Diego Bird Festival to the fullest. Working together, San Diego Audubon and the American Birding Association have planned an unforgettable weekend for young birders to gather and explore the region with like-minded peers.
Camp Colorado June 23-30, 2024
Join us as we explore Colorado from grassland to glaciers. From the shortgrass prairie of northeastern Colorado to the aspen groves and alpine tundra of Rocky Mountain National Park, Camp Colorado has it all!
Camp Delaware Bay August 1-8, 2024
Our Camp Delaware Bay visits many of North America’s most celebrated birding hotspots at the peak of shorebird migration. From Cape May to Bombay Hook NWR and all around the Delaware Bay, we’ll bird the beaches, bayshores, marshes, and woodlands, finding a wonderful variety of species.
2023 ABA Young Birders of The Year
Please join us in congratulating the 2023 ABA Young Birders of the Year, Henry Malec-Scott, 11, of Wellesley, Massachusetts, and Yishai Bum, 16, of Madison, Wisconsin!
2022 ABA Young Birders of The Year
Please join us in congratulating the 2022 ABA Young Birders of the Year, Zita Robertson, 13, of Canton, Missouri, and Reed Robinson, 17, of Portland, Maine! Zita Robertson Canton, Missouri (10–13 Age Group) Reed Robinson Portland, Maine (14–18 Age Group) Zita Robertson Canton, Missouri (10–13 Age Group) Reed Robinson Portland, Maine (14–18 Age Group) The American Birding Association’s Young Birder of the Year Mentoring Program (YBYMP) was created to guide, encourage, and provide expert advice that aids in developing the skills and talents of birders between the ages of 10–18. The[...]
Camp Colorado 2025
Join us as we explore Colorado from grassland to glaciers. From the shortgrass prairie of northeastern Colorado to the aspen groves and alpine tundra of Rocky Mountain National Park, Camp Colorado has it all! Camp Colorado Director: Jennie Duberstein Camp Colorado Allenspark, Colorado Aug. 2-8, 2026 Open to all birders ages 13 to 17 Membership in the ABA is required for attendance. CAMP FEE: $2,250 Includes all lodging, meals, instructional sessions, transportation during camp events, and transportation to and from Denver International Airport. Base camp is located at Highlands Camp and Retreat Center in[...]
