THE WAY TO STUDY BIRDS 



SOCIETIES 



As to the various bird clubs and societies which 

 have been formed, only a word need be said. Co- 

 operation undeniably affords strength, as well 

 as the pleasure to be derived by association in 

 work in which all are mutually interested. If 

 a local society for either bird study or bird pro- 

 tection exists, by all means join it. It de- 

 serves the support of all who are interested in 

 bird life. As to joining a state or national 

 organization, it is not essential to do so unless 

 you feel you will benefit thereby, except where 

 you are aiding protection and preservation 

 by your support. That cause is certainly 

 worthy. Some of the important Eastern 

 associations are: 



1. AMERICAN ORNITHOLOGISTS' UNION, the 

 national scientific body of ornithologists. Their 

 annual meetings held in different cities are both 

 instructive and entertaining. Their word on 

 nomenclature, etc., is considered authoritative. 



2. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF AUDUBON 

 SOCIETIES, the national head of all state Audu- 

 bon Societies ; one of the best organized and most 

 successful organizations for the protection of our 

 bird-life. 



3. LINN^AN SOCIETY, a scientific body con- 

 fining its activities to the neighborhood of New 

 York City. 



4. DELAWARE VALLEY ORNITHOLOGICAL 

 CLUB, a society with Philadelphia as the center 

 of its field. 



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