Partner Organizations
There is a lot of work to be done in the name of birds and we couldn’t do it alone. Here are some organizations that help us accomplish our goals - and also have a little fun along the way!
Bird Conservation Network
COS is a founding member organization of BCN, a coalition of bird-oriented groups in the Chicago area. Its mission is to conserve birds and the habitats they need to survive. The organization conducts extensive monitoring of bird populations and trends, works in conservation and restoration efforts, and provides land management and policy recommendations.
Chicago Wilderness Alliance
COS is a member of Chicago Wilderness Alliance, a collaboration of organizations working across the Chicagoland area toward protecting ecosystems around the southern shores of Lake Michigan using landscape-scale approaches.
Chicago Bird Collision Monitors
Chicago Bird Collision Monitors (CBCM) is a volunteer conservation project dedicated to the protection of migratory birds through rescue, advocacy and outreach.
Illinois Ornithological Society
Founded in 1992 by birders and scientists, the Illinois Ornithological Society has grown to serve a wide variety of avian lovers with varying interests and backgrounds.
Chicago Bird Alliance
Chicago Bird Alliance connects people with birds and nature through educational programming, field trips, advocacy, stewardship and research. It is a chapter of the National Audubon Society that covers Chicago, and Cook County suburbs except for northwest and far south.
Chicago Park District
Enhancing the quality of life in Chicago by providing recreation and leisure opportunities in safe, inviting and beautifully maintained parks and facilities.
Feminist Bird Club
The Feminist Bird Club is dedicated to promoting inclusivity in birding while fundraising and providing a safe opportunity for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC, and women to connect with the natural world.
Forest Preserves of Cook County
The Forest Preserves of Cook County, with nearly 70,000 acres, is one of the oldest and largest forest preserve districts in the United States. Its mission is to preserve public open space with its natural wonders.
Chicago Piping Plovers
(CPP) was formed among three birding societies that were heavily involved in the organization of the volunteer effort to protect Monty & Rose: the Chicago Bird Alliance, the Chicago Ornithological Society and the Illinois Ornithological Society. In collaboration with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife (USFW), the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Chicago Park District (CPD), we organize volunteer monitors to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the Chicago Piping Plovers.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
To create a positive relationship between people and nature; to grow our region's connection to the world of nature and science.
Illinois DNR
Managing, conserving and protecting Illinois' natural, recreational and cultural resources, furthering the public's understanding and appreciation of those resources.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife
Working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.
Imperial Oak Brewing
Focused on imperial strength and barrel aged brews. Host to COS Fundraisers and creator of special Piping Plover Pale Ale.