Maryland RBA Text Group

[Les R. Becker]

Good Morning List Members,

I’m wondering if anyone would provide contact information on joining the group mentioned in the subject line. My initial efforts have not met with success.

TY

Sent from my iPhone 11 Pro Max

Les

[JAMES SPEICHER]

I'd be curious to know how many such groups exist.

Jim S

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[Daniel Sloan]

For Maryland and DC, there are a few groups. Some are localized to a single county or a group of adjacent counties, while others cover the entire state. Each one has its own set of rules, most of which are pretty straight forward. Some are stricter than others. 

Most groups are pretty consistent when it comes to keeping conversations to a minimum and sharing information specifically about birds that are notable for the region in question. 

As far as I know, information about the DC and MD groups are not shared in a central location, like PA (e.g.: https://pabirds.org/index.php/birding/rare-bird-alerts/12-birding/306-regional-rare-bird-alerts)

I moderate a Maryland list with Orietta Estrada and Lynne Parks, "IDEA: Maryland RBA"

To sign-up, we require that you join our Facebook group first. If you do not have Facebook, message Orietta or myself directly and we'll figure something out. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/IDEABirdersMDDC

(Please actually read the rules. I know it may seem like a lot, but it's common sense stuff built around respect and inclusion.)

There is also an unmoderated DC RBA. 

If you would like further information on the above groups, please message me directly.

As for the other MD groups, the respective owners are welcome to share that information. As I mentioned, all groups have different rules and are maintained by individuals who put in the time needed to make these groups run well. None of these groups are owned/sanctioned by MOS, Audubon, etc. 

I hope this is helpful.

Thanks!

Dany Sloan

WDC