February 26, 2018

IOS Honors Members

Joan Bruchman (left); Donnie Dann and Matthew Cvetas (right)
Joan Bruchman (left); Donnie Dann and Matthew Cvetas (right)

At the Gull Frolic, IOS President, Matthew Cvetas, took the opportunity to honor two long time members of the Illinois Ornithological Society (IOS) for their significant contributions to IOS and the Illinois birding community.

Not present, IOS recognized Joan Bruchman with the “Distinguished Service to IOS” award. Over many years, Joan held a position on the board of directors, planned Spring Birding Weekends, and helped to circulate its flagship publication, Meadowlark.

IOS also presented Donnie Dann with the “Distinguished Service to Illinois Birding” award. The birding community has long welcomed his leadership and guidance on conservation issues both local and abroad. His work as advocacy chair of the Bird Conservation Network (BCN) and volunteer naturalist for Ryerson Conservation Area are just two examples of his untiring efforts in this capacity.

Congratulations, Joan and Donnie, and thank you!

Rare Bird Alert – 26-Feb-2018

Prairie Falcon by Tyler D Funk
Prairie Falcon by Tyler D Funk

Brown Pelican: Marshall (North) – Mike Ingram reported a possible Brown Pelican soaring with American White Pelicans near the Aichison Waterfowl Refuge south of Lacon in Marshall County, February 25, 2018.

Hoary Redpoll: Sangamon (Central) – A Hoary Redpoll has been attending the private feeder of William Rudolph in Sangamon County since at least January 29th.

Prairie Falcon: Jasper (South) – Tyler D Funk photographed another Prairie Falcon on February 12th at the Prairie Ridge State Natural Area in Jasper County.

Apply for the 2018 IOS Grants Program

Andy Gilbert, 2016 Grant Recipient
Andy Gilbert, 2016 Grant Recipient

IOS is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for the 2018 Illinois Ornithological Society Grant Program. Awards of up to $1,000 are available to applicants conducting projects relating to birds and/or birding in Illinois.

For details, visit the IOS Grants Program page.

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