Recent debates over posting rare bird locations, baiting, and the general question of harassment caused WSO to update their guidelines and address those concerns. Our hope is that this revised Code of Ethics helps the Wisconsin birding community make better informed decisions while in the field, and promotes stewardship of Wisconsin birds. The revised Code of Ethics now includes the following updates: ⢠Information to help one recognize the signs of stress and suggestions on how to minimize stress while observing a bird; ⢠A list of special considerations when observing or photographing raptors, owls or rare birds; ⢠Proper procedures for dealing with illegal activities involving wild birds; ⢠Suggestions for increasing goodwill amongst the birding community. Check it out at wsobirds.org under the Conservation tab. Kim Kreitinger President, Wisconsin Society for Ornithology Madison, WI #################### You received this email because you are subscribed to the Wisconsin Birding Network (Wisbirdn). To UNSUBSCRIBE or SUBSCRIBE, use the Wisbirdn web interface at: //www.freelists.org/list/wisbirdn To set DIGEST or VACATION modes, use the Wisbirdn web interface at: //www.freelists.org/list/wisbirdn Visit Wisbirdn ARCHIVES at: //www.freelists.org/archives/wisbirdn