What upcoming events does the Delaware Ornithological Society have?

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The Delaware Ornithological Society (DOS) lists its upcoming meetings and field trips on dosbirds.org, with events open to anyone interested in Delaware's bird life. The site's homepage highlights a mix of monthly meetings at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science and outdoor field trips, plus a link to a full events calendar for the complete schedule.

Upcoming meetings

DOS holds monthly meetings at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, featuring presentations on bird-related topics.

Event Date & time Location
DOS October Meeting: "Delaware Bird-A-Thon 20th Anniversary Celebration!" October 21, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EDT Delaware Museum of Nature and Science
DOS November Meeting: "Birds Up Close – Fantastic Feathers, Form and Function" by Professor Lorna Gison, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, MIT November 18, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST Delaware Museum of Nature and Science

The October meeting doubles as a celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Delaware Bird-A-Thon, DOS's signature fundraising event.

Upcoming field trips

Field trips run throughout the year to birding hotspots across Delaware. Two listed on the homepage are:

  • White Clay Creek State Park Bird Survey — October 17, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT
  • University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods with Blue Hen Birding — October 18, 8:00 am – 11:00 am EDT

Finding the full schedule

The homepage includes a Full Events Calendar link for the complete list of meetings, field trips, and other activities. If you want to confirm details or check for additions beyond the two meetings and two field trips shown above, that calendar is the place to look.

Why these events might matter to you

DOS describes itself as welcoming "anyone with an interest in Delaware's birds, from beginner to expert," and its activities span birding, conservation, science, and education. Meetings are a low-commitment way to hear from professional presenters, while field trips put you in the field at locations like White Clay Creek State Park and the University of Delaware Farm & Ecology Woods. The site also notes volunteer opportunities across its programs, so attending an event can be a first step toward deeper involvement.