Membership

Why join?

* Learn about birds, their natural habitats, and related conservation issues through monthly programs and special events
* Sharpen your bird identification skills through field trips and networking with other local bird enthusiasts
* Contribute to the collective knowledge of Central Illinois birds by participating in bird counts and censuses
* Pass your knowledge along by assisting in public education programs
* Voice your concern for birds and Central Illinois’ wild places by participating in conservation efforts
* Demonstrate your commitment to habitat preservation by getting involved with the sanctuary initiative

Membership Benefits:

Monthly programs from September to May on birds, birdwatching, and conservation issues.

Field Trips - Seasonal trips to Central Illinois locations, timed to coincide with migratory and wintering birds.

Participation in the PAS Bird Counts/Censuses
* Spring bird counts for Peoria and adjacent counties. 
* Christmas bird counts centered in Peoria, Chautauqua (Mason county), and Chillicothe.
* Eagle count, covering the Illinois River from Henry to Havana.

Special Events
* January Eagle Day
* Fourth of July Butterfly Count
* Fall Bird Seed Sale
* Christmas and Spring Bird Counts

Communications
* Bird’s Eye View newsletter covering local activities.
* Peoria Academy of Sciences calendar covering local activities
* National Audubon Society's Audubon magazine (with national membership)