{ "title": { "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f013i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "Photograph of bird watchers at Hendrickson Marsh", "caption": null, "credit": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society Collection" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society Collection Timeline", "text": "Established in 1968 as the Ames Audubon Society, the Big Bluestem Audubon Society adopted its current name in 1982, when it became an official chapter of the National Audubon Society. The society promotes the enjoyment and study of birds, other wildlife, and plants and engages in educational activities related to the conservation of the natural environment. The collection comprises newsletters, fliers and brochures, correspondence, and other records of the society." } }, "events": [ { "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f007i0006_sm.jpg", "alt": "A group of documents related to the 1977 Ames Audubon Christmas Bird Count, including general instructions to the group leader (Wilmer and Lotus Miller) and a completed form of group participants with the party hours by habitat, miles, and time listed. Also included is checklist of birds seen during the last seven Ames Christmas Bird Counts annotated with the birds observed during the 1977 count.", "caption": "Documents regarding the Ames Audubon Christmas bird count, 1977", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem3.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1977", "year": "1977" }, "text": { "headline": "Documents regarding the Ames Audubon Christmas bird count, 1977", "text": "A group of documents related to the 1977 Ames Audubon Christmas Bird Count, including general instructions to the group leader (Wilmer and Lotus Miller) and a completed form of group participants with the party hours by habitat, miles, and time listed. Also included is checklist of birds seen during the last seven Ames Christmas Bird Counts annotated with the birds observed during the 1977 count." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f006i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "A list of the most regularly observed bird species found in Story County as well as at Ledges State Park and in Greene County compiled by John Faaborg and Jim Rod, March 1970. Included is a list of the better birding locations found in Story, Boone, Greene, and Hamilton Counties including directions to the habitats as well as species commonly located at each destination. Also of note is a chart for the months of March, April, and May which shows the average arrival dates of common Iowa spring migrant birds.", "caption": "Checklist of the birds of Story County, Iowa, 1970", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem14.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1970", "year": "1970" }, "text": { "headline": "Checklist of the birds of Story County, Iowa, 1970", "text": "A list of the most regularly observed bird species found in Story County as well as at Ledges State Park and in Greene County compiled by John Faaborg and Jim Rod, March 1970. Included is a list of the better birding locations found in Story, Boone, Greene, and Hamilton Counties including directions to the habitats as well as species commonly located at each destination. Also of note is a chart for the months of March, April, and May which shows the average arrival dates of common Iowa spring migrant birds." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f004i0009_sm.jpg", "alt": "Draft constitution for the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, stating the objectives of the organization as well as the by-laws and basic administrative information for the society, January 20, 1987. Also includes a list of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society board members.", "caption": "Draft constitution and board member list of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem28.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "20", "year": "1987" }, "text": { "headline": "Draft constitution and board member list of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society", "text": "Draft constitution for the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, stating the objectives of the organization as well as the by-laws and basic administrative information for the society, January 20, 1987. Also includes a list of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society board members." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f005i0004_sm.jpg", "alt": "A group of documents related to the 1992 Boone Christmas Bird Count, including the count areas with leaders and participants, a map of the area to be surveyed, a general information and statistics form, and an area report form with several bird species listed.", "caption": "Documents regarding the Boone Christmas bird count, 1992", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem33.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1992", "year": "1992" }, "text": { "headline": "Documents regarding the Boone Christmas bird count, 1992", "text": "A group of documents related to the 1992 Boone Christmas Bird Count, including the count areas with leaders and participants, a map of the area to be surveyed, a general information and statistics form, and an area report form with several bird species listed." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f004i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "The constitution of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society stating the objectives of the organization as well as the by-laws and basic administrative information for the society. The constitution was passed on December 14, 1982.", "caption": "Constitution of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem42.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "12", "day": "14", "year": "1982" }, "text": { "headline": "Constitution of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society", "text": "The constitution of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society stating the objectives of the organization as well as the by-laws and basic administrative information for the society. The constitution was passed on December 14, 1982." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f005i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "Letter from Erik Munson to the members of Big Bluestem Audubon Society regarding the Boone County Christmas Bird Count. The letter requests participation from the members of the society to assist with the annual survey of winter resident birds in Boone County and the habitat along the Des Moines River. Also included is a postcard for members to return to Munson indicating their level of interest in helping with the count.", "caption": "Erik Munson letter to the members of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society regarding the Boone County Christmas bird count", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem55.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1990", "year": "1990" }, "text": { "headline": "Erik Munson letter to the members of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society regarding the Boone County Christmas bird count", "text": "Letter from Erik Munson to the members of Big Bluestem Audubon Society regarding the Boone County Christmas Bird Count. The letter requests participation from the members of the society to assist with the annual survey of winter resident birds in Boone County and the habitat along the Des Moines River. Also included is a postcard for members to return to Munson indicating their level of interest in helping with the count." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f005i0011_sm.jpg", "alt": "Letter from Mark Widrlechner to Boone County Bird Count Participants regarding the 1999 Christmas Bird Count results, January 9, 1999. The letter thanks the participants for their efforts in assisting in the count during inclement weather and provides count numbers on the 58 species of birds that were seen on count day as well as three others seen during count week. Of special note were the observations of two species reported for the first time that year: Hooded Merganser and Merlin. Also included are the results from the first twelve Boone County Christmas Bird Counts, January 1, 1986 through January 1, 1998.", "caption": "Mark Widrlechner letter to the Boone County bird count participants regarding the 1999 Christmas bird count results, January 9, 1999", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem59.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "09", "year": "1999" }, "text": { "headline": "Mark Widrlechner letter to the Boone County bird count participants regarding the 1999 Christmas bird count results, January 9, 1999", "text": "Letter from Mark Widrlechner to Boone County Bird Count Participants regarding the 1999 Christmas Bird Count results, January 9, 1999. The letter thanks the participants for their efforts in assisting in the count during inclement weather and provides count numbers on the 58 species of birds that were seen on count day as well as three others seen during count week. Of special note were the observations of two species reported for the first time that year: Hooded Merganser and Merlin. Also included are the results from the first twelve Boone County Christmas Bird Counts, January 1, 1986 through January 1, 1998." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f007i0003_sm.jpg", "alt": "Letter from Ben Bereskin to Wilmer J. Miller, Lotus Miller and other Ames Audubon Society members regarding a birding field trip, September 22, 1969. The letter details a birding trip to Hendrickson Marsh to observe the fall waterfowl migration. The letter also includes an announcement of a special meeting of the executive board of the society and a possible sighting of Whooping Cranes in Ames.", "caption": "Ben Bereskin letter to Wilmer J. Miller and Lotus Miller regarding a birding field trip, September 22, 1969", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem62.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "22", "year": "1969" }, "text": { "headline": "Ben Bereskin letter to Wilmer J. Miller and Lotus Miller regarding a birding field trip, September 22, 1969", "text": "Letter from Ben Bereskin to Wilmer J. Miller, Lotus Miller and other Ames Audubon Society members regarding a birding field trip, September 22, 1969. The letter details a birding trip to Hendrickson Marsh to observe the fall waterfowl migration. The letter also includes an announcement of a special meeting of the executive board of the society and a possible sighting of Whooping Cranes in Ames." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f001i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "The constitution of the Ames Audubon Society, including 13 articles with administrative information for the society. The constitution with the final amendments and additions passed on May 22, 1970.", "caption": "Constitution of the Ames Audubon Society", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem68.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "22", "year": "1970" }, "text": { "headline": "Constitution of the Ames Audubon Society", "text": "The constitution of the Ames Audubon Society, including 13 articles with administrative information for the society. The constitution with the final amendments and additions passed on May 22, 1970." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f007i0005_sm.jpg", "alt": "A statement from Lotus Miller on behalf of the Ames Audubon Society in preparation for a public hearing on September 26, 1973, regarding the potential flooding of Ledges State Park due to the Saylorville Reservoir and dam project. The members of the society are concerned the flooding of the lower valley at Ledges State Park would destroy the habitat of the birds inhabiting the park, many of them rare species found nowhere else in Iowa. The members believe the best alternative to prevent the drastic change to the habitat and appearance of the lower canyon is a channel change barrier dam.", "caption": "Position of Ames Audubon Society on Saylorville Reservoir with reference to Ledges State Park", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem69.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "26", "year": "1973" }, "text": { "headline": "Position of Ames Audubon Society on Saylorville Reservoir with reference to Ledges State Park", "text": "A statement from Lotus Miller on behalf of the Ames Audubon Society in preparation for a public hearing on September 26, 1973, regarding the potential flooding of Ledges State Park due to the Saylorville Reservoir and dam project. The members of the society are concerned the flooding of the lower valley at Ledges State Park would destroy the habitat of the birds inhabiting the park, many of them rare species found nowhere else in Iowa. The members believe the best alternative to prevent the drastic change to the habitat and appearance of the lower canyon is a channel change barrier dam." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f005i0010_sm.jpg", "alt": "Letter from Mark Widrlechner to Hank Zaletel regarding the Boone County Christmas Bird Count. The letter provides details for the bird count in Boone County on January 1, 1997.", "caption": "Mark Widrlechner letter to Hank Zaletel regarding the Boone County Christmas bird count", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem70.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1996", "year": "1996" }, "text": { "headline": "Mark Widrlechner letter to Hank Zaletel regarding the Boone County Christmas bird count", "text": "Letter from Mark Widrlechner to Hank Zaletel regarding the Boone County Christmas Bird Count. The letter provides details for the bird count in Boone County on January 1, 1997." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f010i0004_sm.jpg", "alt": "A flyer for a Big Bluestem Audubon Society Birdathon held on May 9, 1998. The Birdathon was a pledge drive in which participants formed teams, collected pledges for each species observed during the 24 hour count period, and raised money for local Audubon efforts. Also included is a blank National Audubon Birdathon official sponsor sheet to record names, addresses, and pledge information.", "caption": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society birdathon flyer", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem73.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "09", "year": "1998" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society birdathon flyer", "text": "A flyer for a Big Bluestem Audubon Society Birdathon held on May 9, 1998. The Birdathon was a pledge drive in which participants formed teams, collected pledges for each species observed during the 24 hour count period, and raised money for local Audubon efforts. Also included is a blank National Audubon Birdathon official sponsor sheet to record names, addresses, and pledge information." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b002f013i0006_sm.jpg", "alt": "A revised list of the most productive birding areas found in Story County and a few other easily accessible destinations in Hamilton, Boone, and Greene Counties compiled by Jim Rod and John Faaborg, March 1972. The list includes directions to the habitats as well as species commonly located at each destination.", "caption": "Birding areas of Story County, Iowa, 1972", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem78.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1972", "year": "1972" }, "text": { "headline": "Birding areas of Story County, Iowa, 1972", "text": "A revised list of the most productive birding areas found in Story County and a few other easily accessible destinations in Hamilton, Boone, and Greene Counties compiled by Jim Rod and John Faaborg, March 1972. The list includes directions to the habitats as well as species commonly located at each destination." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f011i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "A summary of information about the Ames Audubon Society which was organized in April, 1968. Included are details about the society's objectives, activities, the cost and benefits of membership, meetings, the 1968 officers and directors, and an application of membership.", "caption": "General Information concerning the Ames Audubon Society", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem82.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1968", "year": "1968" }, "text": { "headline": "General Information concerning the Ames Audubon Society", "text": "A summary of information about the Ames Audubon Society which was organized in April, 1968. Included are details about the society's objectives, activities, the cost and benefits of membership, meetings, the 1968 officers and directors, and an application of membership." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b002f008i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "A list of 116 bird species that were observed on Ames Christmas Bird Counts for the years 1971-2003. The total number of bird counts on which each species was seen is available for the years 1971-1990 and 1991-2003. Also on the list is the number of each bird species seen on a particular count for every year between 1991-2003.", "caption": "Ames Christmas bird count data", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem85.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "12", "day": "22", "year": "2003" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Christmas bird count data", "text": "A list of 116 bird species that were observed on Ames Christmas Bird Counts for the years 1971-2003. The total number of bird counts on which each species was seen is available for the years 1971-1990 and 1991-2003. Also on the list is the number of each bird species seen on a particular count for every year between 1991-2003." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b002f007i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "Photo of past presidents of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, May 1998. In the back row, from left right: James A. \"Jim\" Murdock (1984-1986), David C. Edwards (1986-1988), Mike Meetz (1988-1990), and Mark Widrlechner (1994-1996). In the front row, from left to right: Maridel Jackson (1992-1994), Lotus Miller, and Sherry Dragula (1990-1992).", "caption": "Photograph of Big Bluestem Audubon Society past presidents", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem88.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1998", "year": "1998" }, "text": { "headline": "Photograph of Big Bluestem Audubon Society past presidents", "text": "Photo of past presidents of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, May 1998. In the back row, from left right: James A. \"Jim\" Murdock (1984-1986), David C. Edwards (1986-1988), Mike Meetz (1988-1990), and Mark Widrlechner (1994-1996). In the front row, from left to right: Maridel Jackson (1992-1994), Lotus Miller, and Sherry Dragula (1990-1992)." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b002f013i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "A revised list of the most regularly observed bird species found in Story County as well as at Ledges State Park and in Greene County compiled by John Faaborg and Jim Rod, March 1972.", "caption": "Checklist of the birds of Story County, Iowa, 1972", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem94.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1972", "year": "1972" }, "text": { "headline": "Checklist of the birds of Story County, Iowa, 1972", "text": "A revised list of the most regularly observed bird species found in Story County as well as at Ledges State Park and in Greene County compiled by John Faaborg and Jim Rod, March 1972." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f010i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "Flyer calling for area birders to join in a special spring bird census north of Ames on May 10, 1970, sponsored by the Ames Audubon Society. The census was directed by Jim Rod.", "caption": "Special spring bird census flyer", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem97.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "10", "year": "1970" }, "text": { "headline": "Special spring bird census flyer", "text": "Flyer calling for area birders to join in a special spring bird census north of Ames on May 10, 1970, sponsored by the Ames Audubon Society. The census was directed by Jim Rod." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f012i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "A directory of birders in Iowa who were instrumental in the recovery of Eastern Bluebirds in the state in 1990. Includes Bluebird nest box data, information on Bluebird clutches and nests as well as the names and locations of participants with their observations on number of houses, number of eggs, number hatched, and the number fledged. The directory also contains a list of predators and problems that may be encountered on the Bluebird trail with possible solutions, design plans for a Sparrow trap and a Bluebird slot box and a blank 1991 Nest Box Record form to return the next year.", "caption": "Iowa bluebird directory, 1990: bluebird recovery program", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem135.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1990", "year": "1990" }, "text": { "headline": "Iowa bluebird directory, 1990: bluebird recovery program", "text": "A directory of birders in Iowa who were instrumental in the recovery of Eastern Bluebirds in the state in 1990. Includes Bluebird nest box data, information on Bluebird clutches and nests as well as the names and locations of participants with their observations on number of houses, number of eggs, number hatched, and the number fledged. The directory also contains a list of predators and problems that may be encountered on the Bluebird trail with possible solutions, design plans for a Sparrow trap and a Bluebird slot box and a blank 1991 Nest Box Record form to return the next year." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f010i0007_sm.jpg", "alt": "A brochure with a membership application to join the Big Bluestem Audubon Society. The brochure includes information on the local chapter of the Audubon as well as details on meetings, field trips, the Christmas Bird Count, and other activities.", "caption": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society brochure and membership application", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem138.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "08", "day": "01/2007", "year": "2007" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society brochure and membership application", "text": "A brochure with a membership application to join the Big Bluestem Audubon Society. The brochure includes information on the local chapter of the Audubon as well as details on meetings, field trips, the Christmas Bird Count, and other activities." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f010i0003_sm.jpg", "alt": "A flyer for Tall Prairie, an illustrated lecture given by Ames native John Madson on the campus of Iowa State University on March 17, 1974.", "caption": "Tall prairie: an illustrated lecture by John Madson flyer", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem139.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "17", "year": "1974" }, "text": { "headline": "Tall prairie: an illustrated lecture by John Madson flyer", "text": "A flyer for Tall Prairie, an illustrated lecture given by Ames native John Madson on the campus of Iowa State University on March 17, 1974." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b001f010i0006_sm.jpg", "alt": "The spring 1998 calendar of events for the Big Bluestem Audubon Society. The calendar provides details on several general meetings, speakers, and field trips of the society for mid-January though early June 1998, including outings to Red Rock Dam, Des Moines River bottom, and Grand Island, Nebraska as well as waterfowl and shorebird trips.", "caption": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar, spring 1998", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem141.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "15/1998", "year": "1998" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar, spring 1998", "text": "The spring 1998 calendar of events for the Big Bluestem Audubon Society. The calendar provides details on several general meetings, speakers, and field trips of the society for mid-January though early June 1998, including outings to Red Rock Dam, Des Moines River bottom, and Grand Island, Nebraska as well as waterfowl and shorebird trips." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f006i0145_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 35, Number 1, September/October 1999. Highlights of the newsletter include an article about the renaming of the Colo Ponds to the Colo Bogs Wetland Complex and the many species of waterfowl that took up residence in the new habitat, the results of the society's Birdathon, a new column \"Cyber Birding: Surf'n the Net with Paul (Bystrak) and Kevin (Healy)\" featuring ways the internet can enhance the birding experience, and an article on an Osprey reintroduction program conducted by the MacBride Raptor Project. Also included is the Big Bluestem Audubon Society Events Calendar for fall 1999.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 35, number 1, September/October 1999", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem151.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1999", "year": "1999" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 35, number 1, September/October 1999", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 35, Number 1, September/October 1999. Highlights of the newsletter include an article about the renaming of the Colo Ponds to the Colo Bogs Wetland Complex and the many species of waterfowl that took up residence in the new habitat, the results of the society's Birdathon, a new column \"Cyber Birding: Surf'n the Net with Paul (Bystrak) and Kevin (Healy)\" featuring ways the internet can enhance the birding experience, and an article on an Osprey reintroduction program conducted by the MacBride Raptor Project. Also included is the Big Bluestem Audubon Society Events Calendar for fall 1999." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0013_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 28, Number 5, January 1993. Highlights of the newsletter include a call for society members to support Iowa's Nongame Wildlife Programs, an update on the funding of the Iowa Resource Enhancement and Protection Program (REAP), and the results of the 1992 Ames Christmas Bird Count.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 5, January 1993", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem156.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1993", "year": "1993" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 5, January 1993", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 28, Number 5, January 1993. Highlights of the newsletter include a call for society members to support Iowa's Nongame Wildlife Programs, an update on the funding of the Iowa Resource Enhancement and Protection Program (REAP), and the results of the 1992 Ames Christmas Bird Count." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0095_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 6, March 1995. Highlights of the newsletter include details on an upcoming field trip to Ringgold County to view and photograph Prairie Chickens, a report of a February field trip to the Des Moines River valley, and an article on the celebration of International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD) happening on May 13.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 6, March 1995", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem161.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1995", "year": "1995" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 6, March 1995", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 6, March 1995. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program \"Natural Areas of Ames: A Closer Look at Our Own Backyard presented by Bill Norris, the results from the 1994 Boone County and Saylorville Christmas Bird Counts, and an update on the benefits of the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) which may be lost if the Congress fails to preserve the federal agricultural program in the 1995 Farm Bill.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 5, February 1995", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem174.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "02", "day": "01/1995", "year": "1995" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 5, February 1995", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 5, February 1995. 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Highlights of the newsletter include a report of a Pelican and Hawkwatch field trip to Saylorville Lake in which 60 species of birds were observed, an acid rain update by Mike Meetz, details on Audubon Adventures which is the youth program of the National Audubon Society, and a calendar of events for the fall of 1988.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 23, number 2, October 1988", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem212.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1988", "year": "1988" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 23, number 2, October 1988", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 23, Number 2, October 1988. 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Also of interest are birder's notes on the fall migration of shorebirds and Warblers and a summer report of unusual sightings of a Mountain Plover and a Western Sandpiper.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 21, number 1, September 1986", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem217.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1986", "year": "1986" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 21, number 1, September 1986", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 21, Number 1, September 1986. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings and events, including an Aldo Leopold centennial celebration, the 1986 society program schedule, and a list of September field trips. 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Members were encouraged to attend the film which promises to be educational entertainment for the entire family.", "caption": "Note to Ames Audubon members regarding an Audubon wildlife film, February 1972", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem227.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "02", "day": "01/1972", "year": "1972" }, "text": { "headline": "Note to Ames Audubon members regarding an Audubon wildlife film, February 1972", "text": "A note to Ames Audubon members regarding the last Audubon Wildlife Film for the 1971-1972 season on February 14, 1972. Members were encouraged to attend the film which promises to be educational entertainment for the entire family." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0041_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 18, Number 9, June 1984. Highlights of the newsletter include updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues, notes on bird observations by Paul Martsching, and reports on the Iowa Ornithologists' Union and Iowa Audubon Council meetings.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 18, number 9, June 1984", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem232.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "06", "day": "01/1984", "year": "1984" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 18, number 9, June 1984", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 18, Number 9, June 1984. 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Dinsmore featuring Saylorville Reservoir which is the birding \"hot spot\" of the month, birder's notes on migrating shorebirds, and an article on bird feeding fundamentals.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 21, number 2, October 1986", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem250.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1986", "year": "1986" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 21, number 2, October 1986", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 21, Number 2, October 1986. Highlights of the newsletter include a report on September field trips, a column by Stephen J. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming May and summer field trips, the nominating committee report of the 1993-1994 slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, the society's finances for 1992-1993 and the budget plan for 1993-1994, and a report of March and April field trips.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 9, May 1993", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem274.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1993", "year": "1993" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 9, May 1993", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 28, Number 9, May 1993. 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Highlights of the newsletter include birding notes from central Iowa contributed by Maridel Jackson, information on upcoming Christmas Bird Counts, a report of October field trips to Ledges State Park and the Iowa Arboretum, and an appeal to society members to help in the effort to acquire the Ann Munn Heritage Woods thereby preserving forty acres of mature woodland.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, number 3, November 1991", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem464.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1991", "year": "1991" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, number 3, November 1991", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 27, Number 2, November 1991. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming shorebird, waterfowl, and warbler field trips, reports on March fields trips to Lake Red Rock and Little Wall Lake, details of the future American Ornithologists' Union meeting in Ames on June 24-27, 1992, and information on a meeting of the central Iowa Prairie Network.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, number 8, April 1992", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem525.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "04", "day": "01/1992", "year": "1992" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, number 8, April 1992", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 27, Number 8, April 1992. 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Highlights of the newsletter include an article \"Out and About in Boone County: Don Williams Park\" by Joyce Bahrenfus and Jon Bahrenfus, the proposed 1999-2000 budget of the society, reports on March and April field trips, the Nominations Committee report with the slate of society officer candidates for election at the May meeting, and an update on two new wildlife areas in Hamilton and Polk Counties.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 34, number 5, May/June 1999", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem562.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1999", "year": "1999" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 34, number 5, May/June 1999", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 34, Number 5, May/June 1999. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming meeting featuring a presentation on Raptors by Jon Stravers, a report of a field trip to Grammer Grove Park, an announcement of prairie stewardship opportunities, and a report from Peter Berle, the president of the National Audubon Society on declining membership in the society.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 2, October 1993", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem577.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1993", "year": "1993" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 2, October 1993", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 2, October 1993. 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Also included is the 1992 Winter Bird Feeder Survey with instructions and a documentation form to complete.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, numbers 4/5, December 1991/January 1992", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem609.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "12", "day": "01/1992", "year": "1991" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, numbers 4/5, December 1991/January 1992", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Highlights of the newsletter include a report from a waterfowl field trip, an appeal to society members to help with fundraising efforts for the Paul Errington Marsh Project thereby protecting and restoring a 200 acre prairie pothole, and details of upcoming Christmas Bird Counts. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program \"Long Term Study of Geese in the Arctic\" presented by Dr. Fred Cooke, an article on Snow Goose migration, and committee updates and upcoming events of the society including a meeting to discuss the controversial Garrison Diversion Project in North Dakota.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 17, number 3, November 1983", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem614.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1983", "year": "1983" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 17, number 3, November 1983", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 17, Number 3, November 1983. 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Highlights of the newsletter include a listing of upcoming prairie events, information on the Iowa Ornithologists' Spring Meeting taking place in Ames on May 20-22, a report of a March field trip in which 38 species of birds and many waterfowl were observed, and a call for interested society members to help with surveys of shorebirds, herons, egrets, and Bald Eagles being conducted in various parts of the Saylorville area.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 8, April 1994", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem619.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "04", "day": "01/1994", "year": "1994" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 8, April 1994", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 8, April 1994. 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The highlight of the newsletter was an article on birding in Story County contributed by Barney Cook.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, March 1975", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem622.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1975", "year": "1975" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, March 1975", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, March 1975. The highlight of the newsletter was an article on birding in Story County contributed by Barney Cook." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0076_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 19, Number 8, April 1985. 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Also included is an Ames Audubon Society membership list, September 1, 1979.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 12, number 1, September 1979", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem648.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1979", "year": "1979" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 12, number 1, September 1979", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 12, Number 1, September 1979. Highlights of the newsletter include a note from Ames Audubon president Richard Trump regarding an American Goldfinch nest, an article on a nesting Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, and a listing of society programs and field trips for 1979-1980. Also included is an Ames Audubon Society membership list, September 1, 1979." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f004i0127_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 26, Number 7, March 1991. Highlights of the newsletter include details of upcoming waterfowl and Woodcock watch field trips, a request for society members to take action regarding the proposed elimination of the Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) program, news from the Iowa Audubon Council, and a report of the Eagle watch field trip from Mike Meetz.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 26, number 7, March 1991", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem653.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1991", "year": "1991" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 26, number 7, March 1991", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 26, Number 7, March 1991. 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Highlights of the newsletter include updates on current and past services projects including caring for a neglected roadside prairie and roadside planting of trees, an acid rain sample update from Mike Meetz, a birder identification quiz, and details on the annual bird feeder survey.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 24, number 5, January 1990", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem658.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1990", "year": "1990" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 24, number 5, January 1990", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 24, Number 5, January 1990. 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Hill, a getting to know your society members article featuring Barney Cook, a report on birding in Story County by Barney Cook, and a list of the forty-eight species observed during September 1977.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, October 1977", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem663.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1977", "year": "1977" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, October 1977", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, October 1977. Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program \"Tomorrow's Energy: Where Will it Come From\" presented by Dr. John C. 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Highlights of the newsletter include an article summarizing a nature outing at River Valley Park, details of the next business meeting and program of the society, an account of the society's involvement in getting DDT banned in Ames, and a profile of John James Audubon.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 1, number 1, June 1968", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem666.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "06", "day": "01/1968", "year": "1968" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 1, number 1, June 1968", "text": "The first newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 1, Number 1, June 1968. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming meeting featuring a presentation by Jean Prior, details on upcoming waterfowl and Warbler field trips, a report of a field trip to Lake Rock Red in pursuit of Bald Eagles, and an announcement of prairie restoration activities.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 8, April 1993", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem671.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "04", "day": "01/1993", "year": "1993" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 8, April 1993", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 28, Number 8, April 1993. 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Also of note was a call for society members to consider filling one of the open chapter officers or board member positions for the 1988-1989 year.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 6, February 1988", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem676.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "02", "day": "01/1988", "year": "1988" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 6, February 1988", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 22, Number 6, February 1988. The highlight of the newsletter was the results of the Ames and Boone County Christmas Bird Counts with a list of participants, species seen, and total number of birds observed. Also of note was a call for society members to consider filling one of the open chapter officers or board member positions for the 1988-1989 year." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0092_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 3, November 1985. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings and events, an announcement of the completion of a brochure interpreting the features of the Audubon Trail at Brookside Park, and notes on the observation of the first jaeger in the state since 1966.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 3, November 1985", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem681.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1985", "year": "1985" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 3, November 1985", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 3, November 1985. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on the society's 2001 Birdathon event, an appeal for members to join in a statewide Prairie Rescue event, reports from January and February field trips, and a note from Rick Hollis about the rescue of a Downy Woodpecker that was caught in plastic netting.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 36, number 4, March/April 2001", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem692.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/2001", "year": "2001" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 36, number 4, March/April 2001", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 36, Number 4, March/April 2001. 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Muncy, a report on a successful Christmas Bird Count, and a review of the Rachel Carson Memorial Lecture.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 1, number 6, January 9, 1969", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem695.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "09", "year": "1969" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 1, number 6, January 9, 1969", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 1, Number 6, January 9, 1969. Highlights of the newsletter include details about a public forum featuring a discussion on dove hunting with moderator Dr. Robert J. Muncy, a report on a successful Christmas Bird Count, and a review of the Rachel Carson Memorial Lecture." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f007i0043_sm.jpg", "alt": "The spring 2001 calendar of events for the Big Bluestem Audubon Society. The calendar provides details on several general meetings, speakers, and field trips of the society for mid-January though early June 2000, including outings to Ledges State Park, Lake Red Rock, and Cone Marsh Wildlife Management area as well as waterfowl and shorebird trips. Includes a map of the general meeting location and a map of the field trip meeting location.", "caption": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar, spring 2001", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem698.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "18/2001", "year": "2001" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar, spring 2001", "text": "The spring 2001 calendar of events for the Big Bluestem Audubon Society. The calendar provides details on several general meetings, speakers, and field trips of the society for mid-January though early June 2000, including outings to Ledges State Park, Lake Red Rock, and Cone Marsh Wildlife Management area as well as waterfowl and shorebird trips. Includes a map of the general meeting location and a map of the field trip meeting location." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f001i0016_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 1, Number 8, March 10, 1969. Highlights of the newsletter include details on an illustrated talk, \"The Story County Parks and Preserves System\" by Robert R. Pinneke, information on a new project of surveying the features of the parks in Ames, and notes on bird migration.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 1, number 8, March 10, 1969", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem703.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "10", "year": "1969" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 1, number 8, March 10, 1969", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 1, Number 8, March 10, 1969. Highlights of the newsletter include details on an illustrated talk, \"The Story County Parks and Preserves System\" by Robert R. Pinneke, information on a new project of surveying the features of the parks in Ames, and notes on bird migration." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f004i0033_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 22, Number 9, May 1988. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming field trips, the 1988-1989 slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the annual meeting in May, updates on the annual society service project at East River Valley Park in Ames, and a report on an April Woodcock display field trip at Izaak Walton League Park.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 9, May 1988", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem708.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1988", "year": "1988" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 9, May 1988", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 22, Number 9, May 1988. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming field trips, the 1988-1989 slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the annual meeting in May, updates on the annual society service project at East River Valley Park in Ames, and a report on an April Woodcock display field trip at Izaak Walton League Park." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f006i0025_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 32, Number 3, January/February 1997. Highlights of the newsletter include a Birder of the Month column profiling past society president Mike Meetz, details on a book \"Birds of Iowa\" authored by Thomas H. Kent and James J. Dinsmore, the results of the 1996 Ames, Saylorville Reservoir, and Boone County Christmas Birds Counts, and the 1996 Watch List of approximately 90 species of birds with declining populations. Also included is the 1997 Winter Bird Feeder Survey with instructions and a documentation form to complete.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 32, number 3, January/February 1997", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem721.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1997", "year": "1997" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 32, number 3, January/February 1997", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 32, Number 3, January/February 1997. Highlights of the newsletter include a Birder of the Month column profiling past society president Mike Meetz, details on a book \"Birds of Iowa\" authored by Thomas H. Kent and James J. Dinsmore, the results of the 1996 Ames, Saylorville Reservoir, and Boone County Christmas Birds Counts, and the 1996 Watch List of approximately 90 species of birds with declining populations. Also included is the 1997 Winter Bird Feeder Survey with instructions and a documentation form to complete." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0125_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 31, Number 5, May/June 1996. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming May program \"Restoration Ecology: Science or Art?\" presented by Erwin Klaas, the Nominating Committee's report with the slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, the proposed 1996-1997 budget of the society, and the announcement of the availability of a book \"The Birds of Story County\" authored by Steve Dinsmore and Hank Zaletel.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 31, number 5, May/June 1996", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem726.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1996", "year": "1996" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 31, number 5, May/June 1996", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 31, Number 5, May/June 1996. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming May program \"Restoration Ecology: Science or Art?\" presented by Erwin Klaas, the Nominating Committee's report with the slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, the proposed 1996-1997 budget of the society, and the announcement of the availability of a book \"The Birds of Story County\" authored by Steve Dinsmore and Hank Zaletel." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0100_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 5, January 1986. Highlights of the newsletter include the results from the Christmas Bird Counts in Story and Boone Counties including unusual sightings of an Eastern Bluebird and a Hermit Thrush, updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues, and details of a field trip to Nebraska to see migrating Sandhill Cranes.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 5, January 1986", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem731.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1986", "year": "1986" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 5, January 1986", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 5, January 1986. Highlights of the newsletter include the results from the Christmas Bird Counts in Story and Boone Counties including unusual sightings of an Eastern Bluebird and a Hermit Thrush, updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues, and details of a field trip to Nebraska to see migrating Sandhill Cranes." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f006i0037_sm.jpg", "alt": "A table that contains the compiled data from the Ames Christmas Bird Counts from 1971-1996. The table is listed by species and contains three different counts: a total count combined for the years 1971-1990, a count for each individual year for 1991-1996, and the 1996 count broken down by specific area. The 26 year species count is 102.", "caption": "Ames Christmas bird count data table, 1971-1996", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem734.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "04", "year": "1997" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Christmas bird count data table, 1971-1996", "text": "A table that contains the compiled data from the Ames Christmas Bird Counts from 1971-1996. The table is listed by species and contains three different counts: a total count combined for the years 1971-1990, a count for each individual year for 1991-1996, and the 1996 count broken down by specific area. The 26 year species count is 102." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0037_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 3, November 1993. Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming meeting featuring a presentation by Hank Zaletel, a report of a Des Moines Register article featuring society member Dick Trump's innovative photography techniques, an update on the research of nesting Red-shouldered Hawks, and information on upcoming Christmas Bird Counts.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 3, November 1993", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem739.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1993", "year": "1993" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 3, November 1993", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 3, November 1993. Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming meeting featuring a presentation by Hank Zaletel, a report of a Des Moines Register article featuring society member Dick Trump's innovative photography techniques, an update on the research of nesting Red-shouldered Hawks, and information on upcoming Christmas Bird Counts." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f011i0002_sm.jpg", "alt": "A handwritten, annotated draft of the announcement of Dr. Barton Morgan as the recipient of the 2nd annual Conservationist of the Year Award from the Ames Audubon Society. The draft details Morgan's interest in photographing birds and his enthusiasm in presenting slide and lecture programs on birds and conservation education throughout the state.", "caption": "Draft of announcement for conservationist of the year award, Dr. Barton Morgan", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem742.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1970", "year": "1970" }, "text": { "headline": "Draft of announcement for conservationist of the year award, Dr. Barton Morgan", "text": "A handwritten, annotated draft of the announcement of Dr. Barton Morgan as the recipient of the 2nd annual Conservationist of the Year Award from the Ames Audubon Society. The draft details Morgan's interest in photographing birds and his enthusiasm in presenting slide and lecture programs on birds and conservation education throughout the state." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f004i0139_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 27, Number 1, September 1991. Highlights of the newsletter include an introduction to and brief history of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, a request of society members to write letters in support of a proposed Waterman Creek Prairie project, an introduction to a new Audubon program called the Armchair Activist, and the 1991-1992 society event schedule with program topics and speakers as well as field trips.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, number 1, September 1991", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem747.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1991", "year": "1991" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 27, number 1, September 1991", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 27, Number 1, September 1991. 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Also included is a list of the society's programs with the topics and speakers for October 1984 through June 1985.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 19, number 2, October 1984", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem753.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1984", "year": "1984" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 19, number 2, October 1984", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 19, Number 2, October 1984. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings and events, a report of September birding news including only the third documented sighting of a Red Knot in the Iowa, and a tribute to the Loess Hills by Tom Davis. Also included is a list of the society's programs with the topics and speakers for October 1984 through June 1985." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f007i0021_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 36, Number 3, January/February 2001. Highlights of the newsletter include reports from several fall field trips, bird sightings from several society members including observations of Gyrfalcon and Northern Shrike, an article in memory of Jim Rod who passed away on July 4, 1998, and the results of the Ames, Saylorville Reservoir, and Boone County Christmas Bird Counts. Counts from.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 36, number 3, January/February 2001", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem766.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/2001", "year": "2001" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 36, number 3, January/February 2001", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 36, Number 3, January/February 2001. Highlights of the newsletter include reports from several fall field trips, bird sightings from several society members including observations of Gyrfalcon and Northern Shrike, an article in memory of Jim Rod who passed away on July 4, 1998, and the results of the Ames, Saylorville Reservoir, and Boone County Christmas Bird Counts. Counts from." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0087_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 4, January 1995. Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming meeting featuring a presentation by Jim Pease, the results of the 1994 Ames Christmas Bird Counts, and the 1995 Winter Bird Feeder Survey with instructions and a documentation form to complete.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 4, January 1995", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem771.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1995", "year": "1995" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 4, January 1995", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 4, January 1995. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming monthly meetings and field trips, an article on the National Audubon Society's strategic plan and implementation of its vision for conservation of birds, wildlife, and habitat, and the details of the upcoming Christmas Bird Counts.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 31, number 2, November/December 1995", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem776.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1995", "year": "1995" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 31, number 2, November/December 1995", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 31, Number 2, November/December 1995. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming monthly meetings and field trips, an article on the National Audubon Society's strategic plan and implementation of its vision for conservation of birds, wildlife, and habitat, and the details of the upcoming Christmas Bird Counts." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0072_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, April 1978. Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program, \"Big Bend National Park\" presented by Bob Jefferson and Joan Jefferson, information on an upcoming field trip to Soper's Mill to walk the Green Belt Trail, notes on observations and banding of a Hoary Redpoll, and a list of the forty-six species of birds observed during March 1978.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, April 1978", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem779.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "04", "day": "01/1978", "year": "1978" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, April 1978", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, April 1978. Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program, \"Big Bend National Park\" presented by Bob Jefferson and Joan Jefferson, information on an upcoming field trip to Soper's Mill to walk the Green Belt Trail, notes on observations and banding of a Hoary Redpoll, and a list of the forty-six species of birds observed during March 1978." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0071_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 1, October 1994. Highlights of the newsletter include details on future events of the society for November 1994 through May 1995, a report of a field trip to the Chichaqua Wildlife Area where 40 species of birds were observed, and an announcement of Peter Berle resigning as president of the National Audubon Society. Also included is a Big Bluestem Audubon Society Membership Survey, Fall 1994.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 1, October 1994", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem784.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1994", "year": "1994" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 1, October 1994", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 1, October 1994. Highlights of the newsletter include details on future events of the society for November 1994 through May 1995, a report of a field trip to the Chichaqua Wildlife Area where 40 species of birds were observed, and an announcement of Peter Berle resigning as president of the National Audubon Society. Also included is a Big Bluestem Audubon Society Membership Survey, Fall 1994." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0058_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 19, Number 4, December 1984. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings and events including the Christmas Bird Count, reports of the last society meeting as well as other meetings and activities, and notes on observations of arriving winter birds along with a sighting of an immature Black-legged Kittiwake.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 19, number 4, December 1984", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem789.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "12", "day": "01/1984", "year": "1984" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 19, number 4, December 1984", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 19, Number 4, December 1984. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming field trips for a Hawk watch and waterfowl watches, a report of a field trip to Doolittle Prairie in which 20 species of birds and 25 species of prairie plants were observed, an update on acid rain samples by Mike Meetz, and an article on roadside vegetation management.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 24, number 2, October 1989", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem794.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1989", "year": "1989" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 24, number 2, October 1989", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 24, Number 2, October 1989. 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Highlights of the newsletter include a report on the annual May meeting of the society and a summary of a successful spring bird survey held within a 20 miles radius of Ames.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 1, June 8, 1969", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem799.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "06", "day": "08", "year": "1969" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 1, June 8, 1969", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 2, Number 1, June 8, 1969. Highlights of the newsletter include a report on the annual May meeting of the society and a summary of a successful spring bird survey held within a 20 miles radius of Ames." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f004i0049_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 23, Number 5, January 1989. Highlights of the newsletter include the announcement of an Owl walk field trip, an appeal to support non-game programs of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources through the Chickadee Checkoff contribution, an article on bird feeder sanitation, an acid rain update from Mike Meetz, and a calendar of events for February through September 1989.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 23, number 5, January 1989", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem804.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1989", "year": "1989" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 23, number 5, January 1989", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 23, Number 5, January 1989. Highlights of the newsletter include the announcement of an Owl walk field trip, an appeal to support non-game programs of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources through the Chickadee Checkoff contribution, an article on bird feeder sanitation, an acid rain update from Mike Meetz, and a calendar of events for February through September 1989." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f004i0005_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 22, Number 2, October 1987. Highlights of the newsletter include details on recent field trips including a Hawk Watch in which six species of hawks were observed, an update on acid rain monitoring by society members, and a report by Stephen J. Dinsmore of a birding Big Day in central Iowa in which 135 species of birds were observed in fifteen hours over a 145 mile route.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 2, October 1987", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem809.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1987", "year": "1987" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 2, October 1987", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 22, Number 2, October 1987. Highlights of the newsletter include details on recent field trips including a Hawk Watch in which six species of hawks were observed, an update on acid rain monitoring by society members, and a report by Stephen J. Dinsmore of a birding Big Day in central Iowa in which 135 species of birds were observed in fifteen hours over a 145 mile route." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0088_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 1, September 1985. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings and events, an announcement of the resignation of Edward Brigham as the vice president of the National Audubon Society's north midwest region, notes on the beginning of the fall Warbler migration, and updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 1, September 1985", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem814.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1985", "year": "1985" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 1, September 1985", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 1, September 1985. 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Also included is the Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar for fall 1997.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 1, September/October 1997", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem824.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1997", "year": "1997" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 1, September/October 1997", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 33, Number 1, September/October 1997. Highlights of the newsletter include a Birder of the Month column profiling Mary Doud, an article \"To The Rescue: Helping Parent Two Baby Orioles\" by Carolyn Guay, minutes submitted by Carol Robinson from the first meetings of the society in celebration of thirty years of existence, and an announcement of the renaming of the Ames High School Prairie to the Richard W. Pohl Memorial Preserve. Also included is the Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar for fall 1997." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f006i0175_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 35, Number 4, March/April 2000. Highlights of the newsletter include a letter written by Linda Bystrak on behalf of the society requesting assistance to secure federal funding in the purchase of a 1045 acre woodland in northeastern Iowa, reports from January and February field trips, an announcement of Linda Zaletal and Hank Zaletal receiving the 1999 Olav Smedal Award for their leadership in conservation efforts in central Iowa, and information on the society's Birdathon event.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 35, number 4, March/April 2000", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem839.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/2000", "year": "2000" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 35, number 4, March/April 2000", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 35, Number 4, March/April 2000. Highlights of the newsletter include a letter written by Linda Bystrak on behalf of the society requesting assistance to secure federal funding in the purchase of a 1045 acre woodland in northeastern Iowa, reports from January and February field trips, an announcement of Linda Zaletal and Hank Zaletal receiving the 1999 Olav Smedal Award for their leadership in conservation efforts in central Iowa, and information on the society's Birdathon event." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f006i0088_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 33, Number 5, May/June 1998. Highlights of the newsletter include details on March and April field trips, a Birders of the Month column profiling Ed Carbrey and Elizabeth Carbrey, information on a society Birdathon being held in conjunction with the celebration of International Migratory Bird Day, and an article \"Eddyville Dunes: a Natural Heritage of the State\" by Jane Clark.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 5, May/June 1998", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem850.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1998", "year": "1998" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 5, May/June 1998", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 33, Number 5, May/June 1998. Highlights of the newsletter include details on March and April field trips, a Birders of the Month column profiling Ed Carbrey and Elizabeth Carbrey, information on a society Birdathon being held in conjunction with the celebration of International Migratory Bird Day, and an article \"Eddyville Dunes: a Natural Heritage of the State\" by Jane Clark." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0021_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 17, Number 6, February 1984. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings, events and the next program of the society \"The Love Life of House Sparrows\" presented by Peter Lowther, a call for participation in a 5 year project for a Breeding Bird Atlas, and a column \"An Owl Night\" by Tom Davis.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 17, number 6, February 1984", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem855.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "02", "day": "01/1984", "year": "1984" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 17, number 6, February 1984", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 17, Number 6, February 1984. 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Edwards of the book \"The Birder's Handbook: a Field Guide to the Natural History of North American Birds\" by Paul Ehrlich, David Dobkin, and Darryl Wheye, and an editorial \"On Beer and Old Forests\" by Edwards.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 24, number 3, November 1989", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem860.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1989", "year": "1989" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 24, number 3, November 1989", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 24, Number 3, November 1989. Highlights of the newsletter include an update on acid rain samples, a review by David C. Edwards of the book \"The Birder's Handbook: a Field Guide to the Natural History of North American Birds\" by Paul Ehrlich, David Dobkin, and Darryl Wheye, and an editorial \"On Beer and Old Forests\" by Edwards." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f006i0039_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 32, Number 4, March/April 1997. Highlights of the newsletter include reports for several January and February field trips, a Birder of the Month column profiling former society board member Kay Niyo, an update on concerns with the Endangered Species Act, and an article \"The Feral Domestic Pigeon\" authored by Wilmer J. Miller,.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 32, number 4, March/April 1997", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem869.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1997", "year": "1997" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 32, number 4, March/April 1997", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 32, Number 4, March/April 1997. Highlights of the newsletter include reports for several January and February field trips, a Birder of the Month column profiling former society board member Kay Niyo, an update on concerns with the Endangered Species Act, and an article \"The Feral Domestic Pigeon\" authored by Wilmer J. Miller,." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0051_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 6, February 1994. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming field trips and other society events, an update on Iowa's Resource Enhancement and Protection Program (REAP), and the results from the Boone County Christmas Bird Count.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 6, February 1994", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem874.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "02", "day": "01/1994", "year": "1994" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 6, February 1994", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 6, February 1994. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming Christmas Bird Counts for Ames and Boone County, an acid rain update by Mike Meetz, an article on how male Cowbirds learn to sing, and a calendar of events for December 1988 through September 1989.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 23, number 4, December 1988", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem879.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "12", "day": "01/1988", "year": "1988" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 23, number 4, December 1988", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 23, Number 4, December 1988. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings and events, notes on observations of several good winter birds, and updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues including the Garrison Diversion Project.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 19, number 6, February 1985", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem884.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "02", "day": "01/1985", "year": "1985" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 19, number 6, February 1985", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 19, Number 6, February 1985. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program \"The Ames Coal Project\" presented by Ray Fisher, details of a field trip to Saylorville Lake, an article on birding in Story County by Barney Cook, and a list of thirty-nine species of birds observed during October 1977.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, November 1977", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem888.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1977", "year": "1977" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, November 1977", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, November 1977. 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Highlights of the newsletter include reports for March field trips, a Birder of the Month column profiling Karl Jungbluth, a Nominating Committee report with the slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, the proposed 1997-1998 budget for the society, and an article on preparing bird feeders for spring and summer.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 32, number 5, May/June 1997", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem897.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1997", "year": "1997" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 32, number 5, May/June 1997", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 32, Number 5, May/June 1997. Highlights of the newsletter include reports for March field trips, a Birder of the Month column profiling Karl Jungbluth, a Nominating Committee report with the slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, the proposed 1997-1998 budget for the society, and an article on preparing bird feeders for spring and summer." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f006i0127_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 34, Number 4, March/April 1999. 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Highlights of the newsletter include a Birder of the Year column profiling a former member of the society, Florence Olyphant, who recently passed away, information on upcoming Christmas Bird Counts, reports from several recent field trips, and minutes submitted by Carol Robinson from the first meetings of the society in celebration of thirty years of existence.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 2, November/December 1997", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem944.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1997", "year": "1997" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 2, November/December 1997", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 33, Number 2, November/December 1997. 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Also includes the Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar for fall 2000.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 36, number 1, September/October 2000", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem957.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/2000", "year": "2000" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 36, number 1, September/October 2000", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 36, Number 1, September/October 2000. Highlights of the newsletter include details on the Osprey introduction project at Saylorville Lake, the results of the record setting Birdathon, information on the society's project proposal guidelines and chapter objectives, and an article \"Notes From a Novice Birder\" by Flo Ditzler. 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Highlights of the newsletter include reports from a Woodcock watch and a shorebird field trip, updates on the expansion of an acid rain network with the readings from a local collection station, the 1991-1992 slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the annual meeting in May, and the income and expenses of the society with the budget proposal for 1991-1992.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 26, number 9, May 1991", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem974.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1991", "year": "1991" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 26, number 9, May 1991", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 26, Number 9, May 1991. 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Also included is the 1998 Winter Bird Feeder Survey with instructions and a documentation form to complete.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 3, January/February 1998", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem983.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1998", "year": "1998" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 33, number 3, January/February 1998", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 33, Number 3, January/February 1998. Highlights of the newsletter include reports from several recent field trips, details from many bird sightings including a rare observation of a Ross's Gull, and the results from the Ames, Saylorville Reservoir, and Boone County Christmas Bird Counts. Also included is the 1998 Winter Bird Feeder Survey with instructions and a documentation form to complete." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0005_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 28, Number 2, October 1992. Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program \"Accidents Happen\" presented by Bob Myers, information on membership and joining the society, a report of a September field trip, and an article on bird feeding and the effect on bird populations.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 2, October 1992", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem988.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1992", "year": "1992" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 28, number 2, October 1992", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 28, Number 2, October 1992. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on the presentation of a film \"Three Young Americans: In Search of Survival,\" a report on the fall meeting of the Iowa Ornithologists' Union by Jim Rod, information on an upcoming Audubon Wildlife Film, \"Death Valley: Land of Contrast\" presented by Kent Durden, and reports on new members and recent Audubon events.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 5, October 5, 1969", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem993.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "05", "year": "1969" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 5, October 5, 1969", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 2, Number 5, October 5, 1969. 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Highlights of the newsletter include updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues, a column \"Only a Visitor\" by Tom Davis, and a report on places to go and birds to see including the first ever sighting of a Barrow's Goldeneye in Iowa.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 17, number 8, April 1984", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem998.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "04", "day": "01/1984", "year": "1984" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 17, number 8, April 1984", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 17, Number 8, April 1984. 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Highlights of the newsletter include an article in memory of renowned ornithologist Gladys Black, an article \"Out and About in Boone County: Sportsman Access\" by Joyce Bahrenfus and Jon Bahrenfus, details on the success of the first society Birdathon to be held in many years, and highlights of the first thirty years of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society (formerly Ames Audubon Society), Part 1.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 34, number 1, September/October 1998", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1007.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1998", "year": "1998" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 34, number 1, September/October 1998", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 34, Number 1, September/October 1998. Highlights of the newsletter include an article in memory of renowned ornithologist Gladys Black, an article \"Out and About in Boone County: Sportsman Access\" by Joyce Bahrenfus and Jon Bahrenfus, details on the success of the first society Birdathon to be held in many years, and highlights of the first thirty years of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society (formerly Ames Audubon Society), Part 1." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0063_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 9, May 1994. Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming meeting featuring a presentation by Elizabeth Stanley, a report from the nominating committee with the slate of 1994-1995 society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, information on the Iowa Ornithologists' Spring Meeting taking place in Ames on May 20-22, and the society's 1993-1994 finances and budget for 1994-1995.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 9, May 1994", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1012.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1994", "year": "1994" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 29, number 9, May 1994", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 29, Number 9, May 1994. Highlights of the newsletter include details on the upcoming meeting featuring a presentation by Elizabeth Stanley, a report from the nominating committee with the slate of 1994-1995 society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, information on the Iowa Ornithologists' Spring Meeting taking place in Ames on May 20-22, and the society's 1993-1994 finances and budget for 1994-1995." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0039_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, October 1976. Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program of the society, \"Skunk River Greenbelt Update\" presented by Steve Lekwa, information on an upcoming field trip to Hendrickson's Marsh, a report on birding in Story County by Barney Cook, and a list of the ninety species observed during September 1976.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, October 1976", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1017.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1976", "year": "1976" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, October 1976", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, October 1976. Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program of the society, \"Skunk River Greenbelt Update\" presented by Steve Lekwa, information on an upcoming field trip to Hendrickson's Marsh, a report on birding in Story County by Barney Cook, and a list of the ninety species observed during September 1976." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0150_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 21, Number 7, March 1987. Highlights of the newsletter include details on upcoming meetings and events, a report on a field trip to Big Creek and Ledge State Park where several species of Owls were observed, and birder's notes on the limited amount of bird activity due to warm and dry weather in February.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 21, number 7, March 1987", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1022.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1987", "year": "1987" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 21, number 7, March 1987", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 21, Number 7, March 1987. 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Also included is a Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar for fall 2001.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 37, number 1, September/October 2001", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1033.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/2001", "year": "2001" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 37, number 1, September/October 2001", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 37, Number 1, September/October 2001. Highlights of the newsletter include an article on the world's population and its effect on wildlife habitats, the results of the the society's 2001 Birdathon, and a report of numerous good bird sightings at Jester Park contributed by Ty Smedes. Also included is a Big Bluestem Audubon Society events calendar for fall 2001." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f003i0062_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 15, Number 7, March 1983. Highlights of the newsletter include details on an upcoming field trip to Hendrickson's Marsh, an article \"Cold Weather Strategy: Ruffle Your Feathers and Look the Other Way\" by Tom Davis, and a reminder that now is the time to search for and hear Owls. The newsletter is missing the bottom half of both pages.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 15, number 7, March 1983", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1036.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1983", "year": "1983" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 15, number 7, March 1983", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 15, Number 7, March 1983. Highlights of the newsletter include details on an upcoming field trip to Hendrickson's Marsh, an article \"Cold Weather Strategy: Ruffle Your Feathers and Look the Other Way\" by Tom Davis, and a reminder that now is the time to search for and hear Owls. The newsletter is missing the bottom half of both pages." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0018_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, May 1973. 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Berle, a list of the National Audubon priority issues, and a report of field trip to DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 3, November 1987", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1044.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "01/1987", "year": "1987" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 22, number 3, November 1987", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 22, Number 3, November 1987. Highlights of the newsletter include news from the National Audubon Society by NAS president Peter A.A. Berle, a list of the National Audubon priority issues, and a report of field trip to DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f001i0044_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 2, Number 7, December 3, 1969. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details of an April Owl calling at Ledges State Park, a note about the growing number of Northern Saw-whet Owls being discovered in the Des Moines River Valley, and updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues including information on the Garrison Diversion Project.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 7, March 1986", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1088.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1986", "year": "1986" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 7, March 1986", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 7, March 1986. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program \"The Water Situation 1977\" presented by Dr. Al Austin, a meet your members article featuring Griffith J. Buck, and an article on birding in Story County by Barney Cook.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, September 1977", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1161.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1977", "year": "1977" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, September 1977", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, September 1977. Highlights of the newsletter include details of the next program \"The Water Situation 1977\" presented by Dr. Al Austin, a meet your members article featuring Griffith J. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on the first National Audubon Wildlife Film program to be shown in Ames, \"Death Valley: Land of Contrast\" with Kent Durden, information about the next business meeting and program of the society, \"Conservation is Choices\" by Dr. Edward Brigham, and reports on new members and recent Audubon events.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 6, November 2, 1969", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1166.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "11", "day": "02", "year": "1969" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 6, November 2, 1969", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 2, Number 6, November 2, 1969. 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Highlights of the newsletter include a column by Tom Davis encouraging adults to involve children in observing nature and details on how society members can express opposition to the Garrison Diversion Project in North Dakota.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 15, number 10, June 1983", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1192.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "06", "day": "01/1983", "year": "1983" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 15, number 10, June 1983", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 15, Number 10, June 1983. 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Highlights of the newsletter include details on the Christmas Bird Count which will now include parts of Boone County, notes on bird observations with sightings of Evening Grosbeaks, Horned Larks, and Lapland Longspurs, and updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 4, December 1985", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1197.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "12", "day": "01/1985", "year": "1985" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 20, number 4, December 1985", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 20, Number 3, November 1985. Highlights of the newsletter include details on the Christmas Bird Count which will now include parts of Boone County, notes on bird observations with sightings of Evening Grosbeaks, Horned Larks, and Lapland Longspurs, and updates on conservation efforts and environmental issues." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f005i0103_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 8, May 1995. Highlights of the newsletter include the announcement of John Flicker as the next President and C.E.O. of the National Audubon Society, a reminder of International Migratory Bird Day which promotes the conservation of many species of neotropical birds that are at risk due to habitat loss, a nominating committee report with the slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, and the proposed 1995-1996 budget for the society.", "caption": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 8, May 1995", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1202.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "05", "day": "01/1995", "year": "1995" }, "text": { "headline": "Big Bluestem flyer, volume 30, number 8, May 1995", "text": "The newsletter of the Big Bluestem Audubon Society, Volume 30, Number 8, May 1995. Highlights of the newsletter include the announcement of John Flicker as the next President and C.E.O. of the National Audubon Society, a reminder of International Migratory Bird Day which promotes the conservation of many species of neotropical birds that are at risk due to habitat loss, a nominating committee report with the slate of society officer candidates to be voted on at the official annual meeting in May, and the proposed 1995-1996 budget for the society." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0007_sm.jpg", "alt": "Letter from Ben Bereskin to Ames Audubon Society members and friends regarding the September meeting and program, September 1971. Bereskin urges members of the society to attend the September meeting and program featuring a presentation, \"The Present and Future of the Ames Public Park System\" by Lloyd Kurtz.", "caption": "Ben Bereskin letter to Ames Audubon Society members and friends regarding the September meeting and program, September 1971", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1203.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1971", "year": "1971" }, "text": { "headline": "Ben Bereskin letter to Ames Audubon Society members and friends regarding the September meeting and program, September 1971", "text": "Letter from Ben Bereskin to Ames Audubon Society members and friends regarding the September meeting and program, September 1971. Bereskin urges members of the society to attend the September meeting and program featuring a presentation, \"The Present and Future of the Ames Public Park System\" by Lloyd Kurtz." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0022_sm.jpg", "alt": "An annotated list of Ames Audubon Society members from the October 1973 newsletter of the society, including addresses and phone numbers.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society membership list, October 1973", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1204.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "10", "day": "01/1973", "year": "1973" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society membership list, October 1973", "text": "An annotated list of Ames Audubon Society members from the October 1973 newsletter of the society, including addresses and phone numbers." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0012_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, March 1972. Highlights of the newsletter include the details of the next program of the society which will feature a refresher on bird identification skills and a report on spring 1972 migration.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, March 1972", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1205.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "03", "day": "01/1972", "year": "1972" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, March 1972", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, March 1972. Highlights of the newsletter include the details of the next program of the society which will feature a refresher on bird identification skills and a report on spring 1972 migration." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f014i0003_sm.jpg", "alt": "A brochure prepared by the Ames Conservation Council urging citizens to vote yes to lease the Ames High School Prairie to the Nature Conservancy for 49 years at one dollar per year at the school election on September 14, 1970.", "caption": "Save the prairie brochure", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1206.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "01/1970", "year": "1970" }, "text": { "headline": "Save the prairie brochure", "text": "A brochure prepared by the Ames Conservation Council urging citizens to vote yes to lease the Ames High School Prairie to the Nature Conservancy for 49 years at one dollar per year at the school election on September 14, 1970." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0033_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Summer 1975. Highlights of the newsletter include details about summer field trips and an article on birding in Story County by Barney Cook.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, summer 1975", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1207.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "06", "day": "01/1975", "year": "1975" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, summer 1975", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Summer 1975. Highlights of the newsletter include details about summer field trips and an article on birding in Story County by Barney Cook." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0034_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, September 1975. The highlight of the newsletter is a calendar of events from September 1975 through June 1976, including the subject and presenters of upcoming programs.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, September 1975", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1208.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1975", "year": "1975" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, September 1975", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, September 1975. The highlight of the newsletter is a calendar of events from September 1975 through June 1976, including the subject and presenters of upcoming programs." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f002i0023_sm.jpg", "alt": "Page 2 of the newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, September 1973. This page of the newsletter contains a calendar of coming events of the society for October 1973 through June 1974, including field trips and programs with the topics and the presenters. Pages 1 and 3 are found at: https://avian.lib.iastate.edu/documents/10180/view.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, September 1973", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1209.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "09", "day": "01/1973", "year": "1973" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, September 1973", "text": "Page 2 of the newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, September 1973. This page of the newsletter contains a calendar of coming events of the society for October 1973 through June 1974, including field trips and programs with the topics and the presenters. Pages 1 and 3 are found at: https://avian.lib.iastate.edu/documents/10180/view." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f011i0001_sm.jpg", "alt": "A flier for a public forum on whether Doves should be hunted in Iowa. Includes the scheduled panel of qualified speakers that will provide an in-depth discussion of the pros and cons of the issue.", "caption": "Public forum: should doves be hunted in Iowa?", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1210.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "01", "day": "16", "year": "1969" }, "text": { "headline": "Public forum: should doves be hunted in Iowa?", "text": "A flier for a public forum on whether Doves should be hunted in Iowa. Includes the scheduled panel of qualified speakers that will provide an in-depth discussion of the pros and cons of the issue." } },{ "media": { "url": "https://isuu00001library102stg.blob.core.windows.net/digital-objects/bigbluestem/small/ms0592b003f001i0060_sm.jpg", "alt": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 2, Number 11, April 2, 1970. Highlights of the newsletter include the selection of Dr. Barton Morgan and Margaret Morgan as the \"Conservationists of the Year,\" details on the final Audubon Wildlife Film program \"Village Beneath the Sea\" by Harry Pederson, a summary of a bird watching and identification program given by Jim Rod and John Faaborg, and a report on counting Bald Eagles on the Mississippi River by Jim Rod.", "caption": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 11, April 2, 1970", "link": "https://digitalcollections.lib.iastate.edu/bigbluestem/items/bigbluestem1217.html" }, "start_date": { "month": "04", "day": "02", "year": "1970" }, "text": { "headline": "Ames Audubon Society newsletter, volume 2, number 11, April 2, 1970", "text": "The newsletter of the Ames Audubon Society, Volume 2, Number 11, April 2, 1970. Highlights of the newsletter include the selection of Dr. Barton Morgan and Margaret Morgan as the \"Conservationists of the Year,\" details on the final Audubon Wildlife Film program \"Village Beneath the Sea\" by Harry Pederson, a summary of a bird watching and identification program given by Jim Rod and John Faaborg, and a report on counting Bald Eagles on the Mississippi River by Jim Rod." } } ] }