A Special Message From the Founding Publishers
It's difficult to comprehend that we now embark on our fourth decade of publishing Bird Watcher's Digest. And it is especially rewarding to know that this magazine, which started with one mechanical typewriter in the living room of our home in Marietta, Ohio, played a significant role in making bird watching the most popular outdoor activity in North America today.
Welcome to Bird Watcher's Digest!
Because we're bird watchers just like you, our mission is to enhance your bird-watching enjoyment. Whether you're a backyard bird watcher or an avid field birder, we have created a resource that meets your bird-watching needs. Bird watching is exciting, and your birding resources should be exciting, too.
Find out more about us!
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Check out our photo contest!
See where our subscribers read our magazine in the Where do you read your BWD? photo contest gallery and submit your entry to show us where you read your BWD!
Check out the BWD appearance schedule!
The Thompsons are prominent speakers and field trip guides for birding and nature festivals.
Look at us now!
Check out photos of the Thompson family, the BWD staff, and our 30th Anniversary Open House!
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BWD: Celebrating 30 Years
Read more about BWD's 30th anniversary and how it all began.
It's Our Anniversary!
Send us your best wishes as we embark on another decade of publishing America's Favorite Bird Watching Magazine!
Contact Us
Mail, call, or e-mail us if you have any questions or concerns. We're happy to help!
"The First and Still the Best"
Read Jim McCormac's blog post about BWD's anniversary.