The Illinois
Ornithological Society
A Web site Dedicated to Illinois Birds and Birding
- Announcements & Upcoming Events -
The 2009 Field Trip Schedule is now up. Field trip lists for all trips are also available.
The Early Summer 2009 Photo Quiz is now up. An answer will be given in mid-July.
Seven 2009 research grants have been awarded for ornithological projects conducted in Illinois. See the IOS Research Grant page for more infomation. To make a donation to the IOS Research Grant Fund, see the Grant Fund Donation Program page.
Interested in monitoring birds in the Chicago area? See The BCN Census Information page to learn how.
Seasonal report information can be found at the bottom of the Meadowlark Journal Information page and the Illinois Ornithological Records Committee page.
The 2009 Chautauqua Shorebird Spectacular will be held from Friday, August 14 through Sunday, August 16 in Havana, Illinois. For more information and to register, see the 2009 Chautauqua Shorebird Spectacular page.
The Site Map contains brief descriptions of and links to each main document on this Web site.
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Illinois Ornithological Society Objectives
To promote scientific research and education in order to improve knowledge and awareness of birds in Illinois
To publish a journal of Illinois bird life, Meadowlark, A Journal of Illinois Birds
To keep a permanent historical record of Illinois bird life
To maintain an up-to-date state checklist of Illinois birds
To support the well-being of birds and birding in Illinois
To encourage others to become interested in birds and birding in Illinois
IOS hosts a series of field trips throughout the year - opportunities to hone your birding skills. Our journal, Meadowlark, is a wealth of information featuring articles about Illinois birds, birders, and birding locales; illustrations and photography, research papers, seasonal highlights, and much more. IOS welcomes everyone to explore our Web site. Learn more about our organization and ways of becoming involved with Illinois bird life. IOS is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in the state of Illinois. All graphics, photos, text, and code are copyrighted to The Illinois Ornithological Society; any unauthorized use is prohibited. This site was updated on June 16, 2009.
The Site Map contains brief descriptions of and links to each main document on this Web site.
© The Illinois Ornithological SocietyHeader Photo: Henslow's Sparrow by Carolyn Fields.