Become an OFO member
Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) is dedicated to the study of birds in Ontario.
It was formed in 1982 to unify the growing numbers of field ornithologists across the province and to provide a forum for ideas and information among its members, who now number over 1,000.
All persons interested in bird study, regardless of their level of expertise, are invited to become members of the Ontario Field Ornithologists.
OFO Members enjoy
- Digital access to Ontario Birds, our journal, published three times a year in April, August and December
- OFO NEWS, our newsletter, published three times a year in February, June and October
- Over 60 field trips each year to birding spots throughout Ontario
- The Annual Convention – three days of birding and fun
- Specialized workshops to build your birding skills
- Memberships run from January to December, but if you join after October 1st, you’ll receive membership for the next calendar year.
OFO membership supports OFO’s activities
- OBRC, the Ontario Rare Bird Records Committee
- Shorebird Nights where OFO volunteers educate visitor about shorebirds every May at Hillman Marsh
- The Gull Celebration Weekend at Niagara Falls
- Events for young birders, aged 8 – 18
- Conservation awareness
- Ontbirds, the Ontario-wide ListServ reporting provincially-rare bird sightings and Birdnews
Please consider donating to OFO!
Since we keep the cost of membership low, OFO’s membership dues do not cover the cost of our services, particularly our Young Birders program. Please consider a donation in addition to your membership. All donations of $15 or more qualify for a tax receipt which will be mailed to you in February. To donate, please select the Donate tab from the menu at the top of the registration form.
How to pay for your membership by cheque
If you do not wish to pay online, please print the Membership Form and mail it, along with your check to 60 Coulter Ave, St. Thomas ON N5R 5A6.
Become a Member
All persons interested in bird study, regardless of their level of expertise, are invited to become members of the Ontario Field Ornithologists.
Common Redpoll. Photo © Daniel Cadieux