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Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory Inc
Bisbee, AZ · EIN 860842671 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE C320 · Environment · Small ($100K-$1M) · sabo.org
revenue
$116K
expenses
$111K
net assets
$285K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Conservation of birds of SE Arizona and their habitat.

profile · synthesized from sources

Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory (SABO) is an operational organization dedicated to the conservation of birds and their habitats in southeastern Arizona. It achieves this through research, monitoring, and public education, including managing the Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary and offering birding tours and educational programs. SABO also provides resources for birders visiting the region.

named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary
A private sanctuary owned and managed by SABO, providing habitat for birds and offering photo blind reservations for visitors.
Birding Guide
Provides detailed information on birding hotspots in southeastern Arizona, including the Huachuca Mountains, San Pedro River, Tucson, Santa Cruz County, Sulphur Springs Valley, and Chiricahua Mountains.
Hummingbird Banding Station
A research and monitoring program located at the San Pedro House, conducting weekly banding sessions from April through September.
International Tours
Organized birding tours to international destinations, such as Mexico, to observe diverse bird species.
Owl Prowls
Spring walks originating from the Perimeter Trail parking area in Carr Canyon to observe owls.
River Walks
Weekly walks along the San Pedro River, originating from Hereford Road, for bird observation and education.
Trip Planning
Offers advice and resources for birding travelers, including information on the "Five Seasons" of birding, comfort and safety tips, and strategies for "Better Birding."
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Hummingbird Research and Monitoring 7 activities
    • Conduct Bird Research
      Conducts studies of breeding and migrant hummingbirds on the San Pedro River and participates in the Ramsey Canyon (San Pedro Valley) Christmas Bird Count.
    • Conduct Bird Research and Monitoring
      Conducts studies of breeding and migrant hummingbirds on the San Pedro River and participates in the Ramsey Canyon (San Pedro Valley) Christmas Bird Count.
    • Conduct Hummingbird Banding
      Operates a hummingbird banding team and conducts studies of breeding and migrant hummingbirds on the San Pedro River.
    • Maintain Bird Feeding Stations and Habitats
      Maintains bird feeders at Rancho Primavera, multiple feeding stations for hummingbirds at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds, and a hummingbird feeding station and garden at Beatty's Miller Canyon Guest Ranch & Orchard. Also makes habitat improvements at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds.
    • Maintain Bird Feeding Stations and Habitats
      Maintains bird feeders at Rancho Primavera and multiple feeding stations, particularly for hummingbirds, at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds and Beatty's Miller Canyon Guest Ranch & Orchard, and has made habitat improvements at the Paton Center.
    • Maintain Bird Feeding Stations and Habitats
      Maintains bird feeders at Rancho Primavera and multiple feeding stations for birds, particularly hummingbirds, at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds, where it has also made habitat improvements including plantings, an artificial stream, and a meadow for pollinators. It also established a hummingbird feeding station and garden at Beatty's Miller Canyon Guest Ranch & Orchard.
    • Research on Hummingbirds
      Conducts studies of breeding and migrant hummingbirds on the San Pedro River to contribute to conservation knowledge and practices.
  • Wildlife Habitat & Species Information Guides 5 activities
    • Birding Information and Resources
      Provides birding and nature-related information for southeastern Arizona, including guides and resources for visitors and residents.
    • Online Birding Hotspot Guides
      Provides online birding hotspot guides to assist in trip planning for birdwatchers visiting southeastern Arizona.
    • Provide Birding Information and Guides
      Compiles and provides useful birding and nature-related information for southeastern Arizona, including online birding hotspot guides, and specific guides for the Tucson area, to support visitors and residents.
    • Provide Birding Information and Guides
      Provides birding and nature-related information for southeastern Arizona, including online birding hotspot guides, useful birding-related information, and specific guides for the Tucson area, to visitors, residents, businesses, and public agencies.
    • Provide Birding and Nature Information
      Provides birding and nature-related information for southeastern Arizona, including online birding hotspot guides, birding guides for the Tucson area, and general information to visitors, residents, businesses, and public agencies.
  • Guided Wildlife Observation Tours 4 activities
    • Birding and Nature Activities
      Offers year-round activities for birders and nature enthusiasts, including birding walks, workshops, and tours on private and public lands in southeastern Arizona.
    • Conduct Birding Activities and Tours
      Offers year-round birding activities, including seasonal programming, birding walks, workshops, tours on private and public lands in southeastern Arizona, hummingbird banding, crane watching, and international birdwatching tours to locations like Rancho Primavera, Mexico, and whale watching tours in Puerto Vallarta Bay.
    • Conduct Birding and Nature Tours/Activities
      Offers year-round and seasonal activities for birders and nature enthusiasts, including birding walks, workshops, tours on private and public lands in southeastern Arizona, hummingbird banding, crane watching, and international birdwatching and whale watching tours.
    • International Birding Tours
      Organizes international birdwatching tours, including trips to locations such as Rancho Primavera, Mexico, and whale watching tours in Puerto Vallarta Bay.
  • Volunteer-Based Habitat Monitoring & Stewardship 3 activities
    • Develop Regional Volunteer Workforce
      Develops the regional volunteer workforce through the Cochise Master Naturalist program.
    • Develop Volunteer Workforce
      Develops the regional volunteer workforce through the Cochise Master Naturalist program.
    • Volunteer Workforce Development
      Develops the regional volunteer workforce through programs like the Cochise Master Naturalist program, enhancing community engagement in conservation efforts.
  • Nature-Based Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
    • Hummingbird Banding and Crane Watching
      Conducts hummingbird banding and crane watching activities that are accessible to participants of all ages, promoting engagement with local wildlife.
  • Uncategorized 8 activities
    • Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary Operations
      Operates the Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary, which includes public amenities such as live wildlife cameras, photo blind reservations, and daily public access.
    • Conservation Advocacy
      Promotes environmentally responsible economic development through initiatives like the Southeastern Arizona Birding Trail project.
    • Operate Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary
      Operates the Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary as its headquarters, which is open to the public daily and includes live wildlife cameras, photo blind reservations, and a private feeding station for wildlife photography.
    • Operate Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary
      Operates the Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary as its headquarters, open to the public daily, offering amenities such as live wildlife cameras, photo blind reservations, and a private feeding station for wildlife photography.
    • Operate Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary
      Operates the Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary, which is open to the public daily and includes live wildlife cameras and photo blind reservations for visitors. The sanctuary serves as the organization's headquarters.
    • Participate in Bird Counts
      Participates in the Ramsey Canyon (San Pedro Valley) Christmas Bird Count, which records over 150 species.
    • Promote Ecotourism and Conservation
      Promotes environmentally responsible economic development through efforts like the Southeastern Arizona Birding Trail project and maintains a list of businesses that support its conservation efforts.
    • Promote Environmentally Responsible Economic Development
      Promotes environmentally responsible economic development through efforts like the Southeastern Arizona Birding Trail project.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$116K
Contributions & grants$99K85%
Program service revenue$17K15%
Investment income——
Other revenue$21
expenses
Total expenses$111K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$38K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$289K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$285K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +12.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 4
  • Mark Newstrom — Board Member
  • Michelle Cook — Board Member
  • Olga Harbour — Board Member
  • Richard Carlson — Board Member
relationships · 29

who they work with

  • Agua Caliente Park Partner — Recommended birding location featuring desert vegetation surrounding spring-fed ponds that attract wintering and migrant waterfowl and other birds.
  • American Birding Association Partner — References their Code of Birding Ethics regarding the use of recorded calls.
  • Arizona Game and Fish Department Partner — Lands managed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department provide wildlife viewing opportunities supported by SABO's birding resources.
  • Arizona State Parks Partner — Manages Patagonia Lake State Park and Sonoita Creek Natural Area, birding locations highlighted by SABO.
  • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Partner — Recommended as a learning experience for first-time visitors to southeastern Arizona to hone bird identification skills.
  • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Partner — Recommended birding location for visitors to Tucson, offering a learning experience about diverse habitats and wildlife, including common desert birds and rarer species in aviaries.
  • Beatty’s Miller Canyon Guest Ranch & Orchard Partner — Collaborates to provide a hummingbird feeding station and garden for visitors.
  • Bureau of Land Management Partner — Cooperates on the study of breeding and migrant hummingbirds on the San Pedro River.
  • Bureau of Land Management Partner — Lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management provide wildlife viewing opportunities supported by SABO's birding resources.
  • Bureau of Land Management Partner — Manages Las Cienegas National Conservation Area, a birding location highlighted by SABO.
  • Cochise College Partner — Cooperates on the Cochise Master Naturalist program.
  • Coronado National Forest Partner — Manages Madera Canyon, a birding location highlighted by SABO.
  • Coronado National Memorial Partner — Provides information for visitors to the Coronado National Memorial, managed by the National Park Service.
  • Forest Service Partner — Partnered with Friends of the Huachucas to renovate the Carr House site as a visitor center.
  • Friends of the Huachucas Partner — Partnered with the Forest Service to renovate the Carr House site as a visitor center.
  • Friends of the San Pedro River Partner — Cooperates on the study of breeding and migrant hummingbirds on the San Pedro River and on the Cochise Master Naturalist program.
  • National Park Service Partner — Lands managed by the National Park Service provide wildlife viewing opportunities supported by SABO's birding resources.
  • National Park Service Partner — Manages the Coronado National Memorial, which SABO provides information about.
  • Naturalist Journeys Partner — Partnership to co-organize and offer birding tours to Rancho Primavera, Mexico.
  • Saguaro National Park Partner — Recommended birding location, with both western and eastern units offering desert birding opportunities and an extensive trail system.
  • Southwest Wings Birding Festival Partner — Cooperates on the Cochise Master Naturalist program.
  • The Nature Conservancy Partner — Lands managed by The Nature Conservancy provide wildlife viewing opportunities supported by SABO's birding resources.
  • The Nature Conservancy Partner — Manages the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve, a birding hotspot highlighted by SABO.
  • The Nature Conservancy Partner — Recommends visiting The Nature Conservancy's Ramsey Canyon Preserve for birding.
  • Tubac Nature Center Partner — Operates a hawk watch at Ronald R. Morriss County Park, a birding activity highlighted by SABO.
  • Tucson Audubon Society Network — References birding guide published by Tucson Audubon Society for seasonal birding information.
  • Tucson Audubon Society Partner — Manages the Paton Center for Hummingbirds, a birding hotspot highlighted by SABO.
  • Tucson Wildlife Center Partner — Nearest licensed wildlife rehabilitation facility to which SABO refers individuals with sick or injured birds.
  • U.S. Forest Service Partner — Lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service provide wildlife viewing opportunities supported by SABO's birding resources.