Smoky Hills Audubon Society

08/21/2026

The Smoky Hills Audubon Society mourns the passing of Dan Baffa, a dedicated leader, tireless volunteer, and true friend of wildlife.

Dan served two terms as president of the Smoky Hills Audubon Society, providing thoughtful and impactful leadership to the organization. He helped lead numerous Christmas Bird Counts, hosted our monthly meetings at Kansas Wesleyan University, and for several years served as the primary custodian of the Harold Lear Wildlife Sanctuary, giving generously of his time to help care for a place that meant so much to our members and the wildlife it protects.

We are grateful for Dan's years of service, his leadership, and especially his friendship. His presence made a difference, and he will be deeply missed.

08/13/2026

Additional fish were placed in the Smoky Hills Audubon pond this week. We’ve been waiting till the water level is approaching normal. Progress is being made. Thanks to volunteers helping this mission was achieved. 

05/22/2026

This event has been cancelled due to rain and mud. New clean-up day date is to be determined!

 Smoky Hills Audubon has planned a workday for this Sunday afternoon from noon till 4 o’clock. The public is invited to come out to the sanctuary. We can use the help maintaining our trails, especially through the wooded areas. If it’s your first time out, come out walk around and see what there is that you can help with. You can come and go as you please. Elijah will have a list of things you can help with. 

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

Last night was the changing of the guard from six years under the leadership of Cheryl Higgins to a new era to be led by Callie Campbell. We look forward to new and exciting programs and activities under her leadership.  Thanks to all who attended and benefited from Greg’s knowledge of insects. 

05/22/2026

Audubon program starts at 7:30

05/18/2026

 Smoky Hills Audubon has planned a workday for this Sunday afternoon from noon till 4 o’clock. The public is invited to come out to the sanctuary. We can use the help maintaining our trails, especially through the wooded areas. If it’s your first time out, come out walk around and see what there is that you can help with. You can come and go as you please. Elijah will have a list of things you can help with. 

05/08/2026

Spider walk was a success! Thank you to everyone who made it out! 🕷️

05/08/2026

Just last week the pond was shocked at the sanctuary, go check it out! 2.5’ deepest. 9 bass 5lb biggest 17-19”🎣

From left David Higgins, Colter Silhan, Travis Riley, Pat Riese

04/28/2026

Learn more about the science of the Smoky Hill River!. Public is invited.