Orchard Oriole, courtesy John K. Cassady

WINGS congratulates the Georgia Ornithological Society on its scholarship program for young birders! Once again this year, teenagers can apply for significant support to attend a national conference, this time in San Diego, California.

Programs like this work. I’ve been privileged to meet some earlier recipients of this scholarship–an experience that more than any other has given me hope for the future of North American birding.

Let your young friends know about this great opportunity. Applications are due March 16.