Texas Ornithological Society

05/19/2026

TOS is proud to encourage young birders both in competition and in the field. Alongside our sponsorship of youth teams in the Great Texas Birding Classic, we are excited to sponsor this year’s Rio Diablo Birding Camp and help inspire the next generation of birders.

Each summer, the camp welcomes birders ages 14-18 for an immersive experience in the extraordinary landscapes of southwest Texas. While birds are at the heart of the camp, participants also take part in hands-on workshops and discussions focused on ecology, geology, astronomy, Texas history, conservation, and careers in wildlife, while also building friendships, confidence, and a strong sense of community.

Learn more: https://wildlife.tamu.edu/birding/rdbc/

05/08/2026

TOS is proud to sponsor youth teams during the Great Texas Birding Classic! You can see some of their photos in this post along with other teams competing in the classic.

Thank you to our members for helping us support these teams and get young birders involved in the community!

04/30/2026

We are looking forward to seeing you at Birding the Border this weekend! Tag us in your posts about the event!

04/21/2026

Cornell's BirdCast is predicting a large number of migrants headed our way Wednesday and Thursday night. Keep up with the latest migration forecasts here:

Forecast Maps Bird migration forecasts show predicted nocturnal migration approximately three hours after local sunset and are updated every 6 hours. Note, the models predict the migration intensity for birds in active flight; these are not predictions of the numbers of birds on the ground. For addi...

04/13/2026

Warblers and more are on their way! Check out one of the TOS Sanctuaries this month to witness the colorful spectacle that is spring migration. https://www.texasbirds.org/lets-go-birding/tos-sanctuaries/

Michael Cooper took this photo of a Yellow-throated Warbler last week at Sabine Woods. Thank you.

04/12/2026

Last day to register for the Walker County Weekender!

Registration for the Walker County Weekender with Janey Woodley will open April 10 at 6:00 a.m. when you can click the link below to sign up for the trip. Registration closes Sunday night, April 12.

Remember, only current TOS members may register, so if you need to renew your membership, log in on our website, www.texasbirds.org to do so.

The cost is $110* per person, with a maximum of 15 participants. Should there be more than 15 registrations, a random drawing will be held to select the names of those who will attend. A maximum of two people can register at the same time.

Weekenders are short and jam-packed with excitement. You don't want to miss this one!

*Fee does not cover meals, hotel, tips, or any other incidentals.

TRIP DETAILS: https://texasbirds.org/lets-go-birding/tos-trips-weekenders/tos-weekenders/

REGISTER HERE (Opens April 10 at 6:00 a.m.) https://texasbirds.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/texasbirds/eventRegistration.jsp?event=741&

04/09/2026

Registration for the Walker County Weekender with Janey Woodley will open April 10 at 6:00 a.m. when you can click the link below to sign up for the trip. Registration closes Sunday night, April 12.

Remember, only current TOS members may register, so if you need to renew your membership, log in on our website, www.texasbirds.org to do so.

The cost is $110* per person, with a maximum of 15 participants. Should there be more than 15 registrations, a random drawing will be held to select the names of those who will attend. A maximum of two people can register at the same time.

Weekenders are short and jam-packed with excitement. You don't want to miss this one!

*Fee does not cover meals, hotel, tips, or any other incidentals.

TRIP DETAILS: https://texasbirds.org/lets-go-birding/tos-trips-weekenders/tos-weekenders/

REGISTER HERE (Opens April 10 at 6:00 a.m.) https://texasbirds.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/texasbirds/eventRegistration.jsp?event=741&

04/03/2026

Hooks Woods Boardwalk Update! Shout out to Ron Huebner, TOS Engagement Committee Chair, for making the video. Special thanks to Shelia Hargis, Hooks Woods Manager, for coordinating the project.

If you like what you see, please let us know by making a donation to help us pay for sanctuary improvements and other initiatives like this. https://texasbirds.app.neoncrm.com/forms/recurring-donation

And if you stop by, don’t forget to snap a selfie on the boardwalk and tag us—we’d love to see your photos!

04/03/2026

Showstopper at Sabine – TOS sanctuaries have birds that dazzle year-round!

Vermilion Flycatcher at Sabine Woods, 3/28/26. Photo by John Mariani.

03/28/2026

Blucher Park Bird Walks in April - join us for spring migration!