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The Wisconsin Society for Ornithology is a volunteer, nonprofit organization that was established in 1939. Our mission is to promote the enjoyment, study and conservation of Wisconsin’s birds. We provide opportunities for all people to enjoy resident and migratory birds, while being a leading steward of and ambassador for Wisconsin birds. WSO sponsors birding field trips throughout the year, hosts an annual birding convention, publishes a quarterly journal and monthly newsletter, offers research grants, and serves as an informational resource center on bird-related issues. Membership exceeds 1,400 from across the United States and around the world.

News Release: Wisconsin Society for Ornithology seeks nominations for 2026 Passenger Pigeon Awards

                      Alicia Frances...

WSO UnConvention 2025

Wisconsin Society for Ornithology UnConvention 2025 Discover the Love of Wisconsin Bird Conservation: Unite with Birdwatching...

2025 Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit Field Trip

On Saturday, June 7, at 6:00 AM, 16 people met at the Zillmer Trail parking lot for the WSO’s Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit...

Bay Beach 2025 Field Trip Report

Our group of 24 gathered at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary in Green Bay on Saturday, Sept. 6 at 7:00 AM.  We had partly cloudy skies and cool...