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                      Bergen County Audubon Society's
                      mission is to promote and protect wildlife
                      in its natural habitat by providing opportunities
                      for observation and conservation.

Conservation News    

 Announcing the First

“BCAS/Harold Feinberg Conservation Award”

One of the best things about working with Bergen Audubon as the Education chairperson, has been the opportunity to meet many devoted, hard working people in many small communities around Bergen county that are committed to conservation and making the environment a better place for their neighbors and the wildlife around them. These unsung heroes have given of themselves with little recognition and often with personal sacrifice. So it is in their honor that we are proud to announce the first “Bergen County Audubon/Harold Feinberg Conservation Award”.  This award is named in honor of Harold Feinberg, our long time member and field trip chairman for many years.  Harold has been a mentor, an enthusiastic supporter of our endeavors and has always given freely of his expertise with a combination of patience and knowledge that few possess. 

 We are asking you to nominate a candidate that you think should be recognized with this award.  Please send us the name of someone who you think has worked hard on behalf of the environment and the BCAS board will consider them for the Award. 

 You must be a member of National Audubon or BCAS to submit a nomination although the nominee need not be a member.

 Nominations must include:

 -Name and address or phone number of the individual

 -Description of their accomplishment; why you think this individual(s) should receive this award (300 words or less)

 -Your name and address or phone number

 All nominations must be received no later than September 30, 2010 with award presentation to be made at our meeting on December 15, 2010.  Submissions may be mailed to BCAS, PO Box 235, Paramus, NJ  07653 or email to Don Torino at greatauk4@aol.com.  

                 Guidelines for Proper Disposal of Household Medication

                 http://www.bcua.org/files/prescription%20medication.pdf   

                The Importance of Maintaining a Healthy Backyard for Wildlife

 With open space continuing to be lost in New Jersey, backyard habitats are becoming even more important as places for birds and other wildlife to find food and shelter.  National Audubon’s web site explains how to do this.

http://www.audubon.org/bird/at_home/healthy_yard16.html   

                             Paper 0r plastic?  Neither  Use reusable bags!

 Billions of plastic bags end up as litter all over the world.  They require large amounts of oil to produce, and eventually break down into tiny, toxic bits, which pollute our soil and water bodies.  Paper bags also consume natural resources and cause significant pollution.  Check the facts on the following link.                                                      www.reusablebags.com

Household Hazardous Waste Collections

 Please don’t dispose of hazardous waste in your regular garbage.  The Bergen County Utilities Authority runs several collections throughout the year at various sites.  They are efficiently managed, and the waitingtime in line is minimal.  For information regarding dates, click on to the following link.                                                       www.bcua.org

Disposal of fluorescent light bulbs

Home Depot will accept used fluorescent light bulbs including low energy bubs.
Go to their service counter.