During its first year, The Ornithologist has grown from a simple idea into a serious independent publication. What began as an editorial experiment has gradually developed into a space for careful science communication, reflective field observation, and conversations about birds that extend beyond daily news cycles.
The publication now approaches its first anniversary with nearly one hundred articles published and a growing readership of birders, researchers, and conservationists. Many readers have written thoughtful responses, shared articles widely, and encouraged the continuation of the project. Some have also asked whether there is a way to support the publication more directly.
Today, we introduce The Thousand Birder Circle.
The Circle is not a club built on exclusivity. Instead, it is a community of readers who choose to support the continued development of The Ornithologist. Membership contributions help sustain the editorial work behind the publication and provide the stability needed to continue producing careful, independent writing about birds.
Most articles will remain freely accessible, as they always have. The Circle simply offers one way for readers who value the work to stand behind it.
For those who wish to learn more, a dedicated page now explains the idea in greater detail and outlines the different ways readers can participate.
If the publication has resonated with you over the past year, you are warmly invited to take a look. You can explore The Thousand Birder Circle here:
Gyorgy Szimuly
