COASTAL BIRD BANDING
PUBLIC BANDING STATION AT FORT MORGAN
Alabama Audubon is pleased to announce the return of our popular Coastal Bird Banding event on April 20–25th at the Fort Morgan State Historic Site on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We are proud to partner with Mississippi State University, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and Fort Morgan on this incredible event.
Our banding station is one of the few in the US open to the public. Join us to see migrant birds up close after their journey across the Gulf of Mexico. We’ll also offer bird and nature walks, tabling by allied organizations, and more. Bring your cameras and enjoy unparalleled access to the researchers and their work, with up-close-and-personal views of some amazing birds!
DATES & TIMES
APRIL 20 7AM–3PM
APRIL 21 7AM–3PM
APRIL 22 7AM–3PM
APRIL 23 7AM–3PM
APRIL 24 7AM–3PM
APRIL 25 7AM–12PM
PARKING
Visitors are encouraged to park in the lot at Fort Morgan. The gatekeeper can direct you to the entrance of the banding station from there. The fee to enter Fort Morgan is:
Adults: $8
Children (6-18), Seniors, College Students: $5
Family of Four (2 adults, 2 children): $20
Military (Active, Reserve, or Retired): Free with ID
Thank you to our sponsors
Thank you to our 2025 bird banding sponsors! You generous support helps to ensure the success of our research, conservation, and outreach work on the coast.
Alabama Tourism Department
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism
The Curtis & Edith Munson Foundation
YOU CAN HELP
There is no admission fee to visit our banding station, but you can help protect our birds and support our data-gathering efforts by contributing today. Your gift helps Alabama Audubon to continue offering this very special and unique experience. GIVE TODAY
Be sure to designate your gift in the Donor Note on the form: COASTAL STEWARDSHIP