Join us at the OBFS Annual Meeting

📅 September 15–19, 2025 📍 Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL), Gothic, Colorado OBFS is thrilled to announce that our 2025 Annual Meeting will be held at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. This year’s gathering promises to be an inspiring and collaborative event, bringing together field station staff, researchers, educators, and partners. This…

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2025 OBFS Annual Meeting

The 2025 Annual Meeting will take place from September 15th to 19th at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory in Gothic, Colorado. This year’s theme, Resilience and Adaptation, Fear, and Triumph: A RAFT to Field Station Success in a Turbulent World, will be woven throughout the conference, with engaging plenary speakers, interactive workshops, and vibrant social…

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OBFS iNaturalist project nears 1 million observations!

Today we are featuring the Organization of Biological Field Stations’ (OBFS) iNaturalist Umbrella Project! 🌿🦋This collaborative effort brings together field stations from around the world to document and share biodiversity, fostering connections between researchers, conservationists, and citizens alike. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, your observations can make a difference. 🌏✨Join us in…

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Call for Nominations to the American Institute of Biological Sciences Board of Directors

Concerned about the future of biological science in the United States? The American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) is seeking nominations for its Board of Directors. AIBS plays a vital role in advancing the biological sciences through peer review of research, publishing BioScience, policy advocacy, and professional development. It is committed to fostering a broad, even-handed, and…

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AIBS Biological Sciences Congressional District Visits

The Organization of Biological Field Stations is pleased to announce that we are once again joining with the American Institute of Biological Sciences to sponsor the 16th annual Biological Sciences Congressional District Visits event. This national initiative is an opportunity for scientists across the country to meet with their federal or state elected officials to showcase…

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The Climate Toolkit Symposium!

The first in-person symposium for members of the Climate Toolkit, presented by Phipps Conservatory and Duke Farms. Since 2020, The Climate Toolkit has served as a network to gather cultural institutions to share, mentor and learn how to address climate change within their institutions and inspire the communities they serve. This fall, the Toolkit is…

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AIBS Biological Sciences Congressional District Visits

OBFS is once again sponsoring the AIBS Congressional District Visits event. Every year, the American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) organizes an opportunity for scientists to inform the nation’s science policy. The Biological Sciences Congressional District Visits event enables scientists to meet with their federal or state elected officials in their home state – not…

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Applied Bioacoustics in Conservation and Practice Field Course – July 2025

Hosted in collaboration with the Organization for Tropical Studies and the African Bioacoustics Community, this hands-on field course explores bioacoustics in terrestrial ecosystems. Participants will gain essential skills and knowledge to apply acoustic methodologies in ecological research and conservation. The two-week program combines theoretical foundations with practical techniques for field recording, biodiversity monitoring, and ecosystem assessment, with a…

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