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Promoting the enjoyment, study, and conservation of Wisconsin's birds.

Welcome to WSO

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.

WSO News

You're Invited! Bringing Birds Back Conference

By Karen Etter HaleWI Bird Conservation Partnership Chair YOU are invited to join us in our quest to bring birds back. The Wisconsin Bird...

Longtime WSO editor Kemper dies at 103

“Charlie” Kemper was honored at the 2019 WSO Convention in Altoona.   Chippewa Falls — Dr. Charles A. Kemper, 103, editor of WSO’s...

Changes recommended for WSO dues, publications

By Jennifer Lazewski WSO Executive Director     The WSO Board of Directors is recommending changes to membership dues, levels and...

Sheboygan Lakefront 4-11-23

Iceland Gull, Photo by Myles Hurlburt   By Tom SchultzWSO Field Trips Committee After a heavy snowfall the day before, the ground was covered...