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The Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) is the only statewide organization dedicated specifically to Connecticut’s birds, birders, and birding.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Connecticut Ornithological Association is the only statewide organization devoted to birds and birding in Connecticut. Since its founding in 1984, its membership has grown to well over 500 people who range from beginning\"\" birders to professional ornithologists. COA does not release its membership list to other organizations. Contributions and donations are tax deductible as allowed under law. COA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization.<\/p>\n

The only requirements for membership in COA are interest in birds and an ability to enjoy yourself. Does that sound like you? Then join us!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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COA Membership Options<\/strong><\/h3>\n

You must [maxbutton id=”1″ ] to purchase memberships and other COA products.
To renew your membership online, login to your COA account first.<\/p>\n

After purchasing a membership option, your COA account reflects your level of membership. COA members receive copies of COA’s two quarterly publications, The Connecticut Warbler<\/em> and COA Bulletin. <\/em>Members also support many COA services and activities<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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If you are not logged in, click here to login to your COA Account<\/a>.
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<\/td>Individual 1 year<\/td>$25.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Student<\/td>$15.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Family<\/td>$35.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Contributing<\/td>$50.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Donor<\/td>$75.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Benefactor<\/td>$100.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Life<\/td>$1000.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Gift<\/td>$25.00<\/td>
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<\/td>Donate to COA<\/td><\/td>
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<\/td>COA Annual Meeting 2023<\/td>$40.00<\/td>
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Please review the cart contents before payment checkout. You may delete items using the red minus sign.<\/p><\/td>

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Payment by US Mail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

While we prefer that members purchase new memberships and renewals online (above), especially during the current pandemic, we will continue to accept forms sent by US Mail. Mail will be processed, but on a somewhat irregular basis. Note that new members *must<\/strong>* also create a COA account<\/a> even if you choose to mail us a check.<\/p>\n

Send your contact information and a check payable to:
Connecticut Ornithological Association
314 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06824<\/strong><\/p>\n

Include name, address, city, state, zip code, phone number, and email address<\/em><\/strong> which are used for quarterly delivery of The Connecticut Warbler<\/em> and COA Bulletin<\/em>.<\/p>\n

You may also download a COA Membership Form<\/a> .pdf file.<\/p>\n

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Please contact the COA membership chairman<\/a><\/strong> ( membership@ctbirding.org<\/a> ) for questions about membership.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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