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THE 1.A.S. CHAPTER SYSTEM 
By Mrs. Kenneth V. Fiske, 
Director of Extension 
The Illinois Audubon Society has always aided and urged the formation of 
local bird clubs. Now it has developed a system aimed toward the organizing 
of local groups or individuals interested in finding fellow hobbyists. The es- 
tablishment of a System of Chapters is a step of major importance in the 
I.A.S. goal of service to its affiliated clubs as well as potential clubs. 
What is a Chapter? A local club which ascribes to the policies and pur- 
poses of the Illinois Audubon Society. Each member of the Chapter pays 
annual dues to the Society and receives all membership privileges. A fixed 
percentage of the dues reverts to the local club. Each Chapter sends a Rep- 
resentative to the I.A.S. Board. Through this especially close association, 
local clubs can benefit from the more extensive resources of the I.A.S., its 
educational and technical material, and its stature in state and national 
affairs. 
Illinois needs strong leadership in affairs of nature study and conserva- 
tion. The I.A.S. and its local affiliates must grow so that the Society can con- 
tinue to be a vital and active force. If your local club would like to have 
more information about forming an I.A.S. Chapter, write to Mrs. Kenneth V. 
Fiske, Director of Extension. 
9313 Bull Valley Road, Woodstock, Illinois 
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OUR FIRST CHAPTER: LAKE-COOK 
LAKE-COOK CHAPTER claims the distinction of being the first of its kind in 
the I.A.S. We have enrolled our first 100 active birders, and we saw our first 
Golden Eagle one year ago. 
In the spring of 1964 it was felt that in this Lake County and northern 
Cook County area, a bird club was needed to bring together people who had 
the same hobbies and outdoor interests. Under the leadership of Paul Downing, 
a former president of the I.A.S., announcements were circulated in March, 
calling for the formation of an Audubon Chapter, with a space for people to 
indicate their interest and support for the new club. An organizational meet- 
ing was held in April, electing our officers and appointing committee chair- 
men. Our membership now ranges from Winnetka on the south to Waukegan 
on the north and Lake Zurich on the west. 
We conduct bird walks at least once a month. A monthly meeting is 
held in the evening at the Highland Park Library where club business, con- 
servation goals, and field trip information are considered. This is followed 
by a program of speakers and movies dealing with the out-of-doors. We 
publish a monthly bulletin called “Wing Tips”, keeping members informed 
about club activities. 
The LAKE-COOK CHAPTER is looking constantly for new members; 
looking constantly for new places for bird watching; looking constantly for 
opportunities to sell conservation to legislators and lay people. 
Roger Case, President, 1307 Woodland Lane, Deerfield, III. 
