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The Ohio Young Birders Club is a program of Black Swamp Bird Observatory (BSBO). Learn more about BSBO's mission and commitment to education HERE.
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OYBC News and Updates:
11/21/25 - `Black Swamp Bird Observatory's 17th annual Ohio Young Birders Conference Highlights and Photo Gallery now live!
What an unforgettable day!
The 17th Annual Ohio Young Birders Conference at the Toledo Zoo was our largest conference in club history, and it overflowed with joy, inspiration, and community. Our incredible student presenters amazed us with their knowledge, passion, and positivity.
From Lifelist bird card trading to private aviary tours and the always-fun Kaufman ID Quiz, the energy never stopped. Thanks to record raffle and auction donations, we raised over $2,000 for student scholarships!
A huge thank you to the Toledo Zoo for their beautiful venue and partnership, to our keynote speaker Killian Sullivan, to all our student presenters: Joel, Baron, Silas, Anya, Catalina, Emily, Sophie, Desmond and Marcella. To Kenn Kaufman and quiz helpers, to our amazing MC Wendell, and to every sponsor and donor who made this day possible. Your support lifts up the next generation of conservation leaders.
And of course, thank you to the parents, advisors, and community members who believe in these young birders and help their passion take flight.
We can’t wait to see you on November 7, 2026 as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Ohio Young Birders Club!
Read the full write up and view photos here: Black Swamp Bird Observatory's 17th Annual Ohio Young Birders Club Conference - BSBO
What an unforgettable day!
The 17th Annual Ohio Young Birders Conference at the Toledo Zoo was our largest conference in club history, and it overflowed with joy, inspiration, and community. Our incredible student presenters amazed us with their knowledge, passion, and positivity.
From Lifelist bird card trading to private aviary tours and the always-fun Kaufman ID Quiz, the energy never stopped. Thanks to record raffle and auction donations, we raised over $2,000 for student scholarships!
A huge thank you to the Toledo Zoo for their beautiful venue and partnership, to our keynote speaker Killian Sullivan, to all our student presenters: Joel, Baron, Silas, Anya, Catalina, Emily, Sophie, Desmond and Marcella. To Kenn Kaufman and quiz helpers, to our amazing MC Wendell, and to every sponsor and donor who made this day possible. Your support lifts up the next generation of conservation leaders.
And of course, thank you to the parents, advisors, and community members who believe in these young birders and help their passion take flight.
We can’t wait to see you on November 7, 2026 as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Ohio Young Birders Club!
Read the full write up and view photos here: Black Swamp Bird Observatory's 17th Annual Ohio Young Birders Club Conference - BSBO
OYBC Central Chapter member Killian Sullivan named ABA Young Birder of the Year! Join us in congratulating Killian on this major achievement!
Check out these great articles and interviews with Killian!
ABA Young Birder of the Year
All Sides: Fascinating Teens
Good Day Columbus
Check out these great articles and interviews with Killian!
ABA Young Birder of the Year
All Sides: Fascinating Teens
Good Day Columbus
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OYBC Northeast Chapter member Anya Poe was featured in The Chronicle and details her birding and conservation passion. Read the awesome write up here.
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Young Birder field trips were a BIG hit at the Biggest Week in American Birding Festival! The Toledo Free Press gave a great writeup about the club! Check it out here!
OYBC Summer Field Trip Fun!
The Ohio EPA's Ohio Environmental Education Fund (OEEF) awarded Black Swamp Bird Observatory full funding of $35,000 for our Ohio Young Birders Club expansion.
The OEEF grant fund will enable BSBO to achieve measurable objectives that support the overall goal of expanding and enhancing the OYBC, building a brighter future for bird conservation.
The OEEF grant fund will enable BSBO to achieve measurable objectives that support the overall goal of expanding and enhancing the OYBC, building a brighter future for bird conservation.
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