Authors- Listed Alphabetically

Jim Hines

Computer Programmer-Developed program VUBBS, which was used to generate most of the maps and index graphs in the home page. Co- wrote trend analysis programs. Did all the hard stuff associated with programming and systems work for analyses, graphics, and summary programs. E-mail:

Sandy Schwartz

Geographic Information System Specialist-In charge of preparing maps and summary and display of all geographic components of the survey.

Bruce Peterjohn

BBS Coordinator-Takes care of all aspects of coordinating the survey and preparing data for analysis. Primary source of information regarding the survey, and writer of all discussion involving birds. E-mail:

John R. Sauer

Wildlife Biologist/Statistician-Conducted analyses, contributed to development of maps and index graphs. Primary writer for technical discussions of analyses, and overall designer of Home Page. Call him with complaints. E-mail:

Most of these people can be reached at:

USGS, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center,
12100 Beech Forest Rd,
Laurel, MD, 20708.

Acknowledgments

Many people have contributed to the success of both the BBS and the development of this Home Page. Chan Robbins developed the survey, and has played a major role in maintaining it over time. Paul Geissler developed the trend analysis procedure, and Bill Link has extended the methods in recent years. Edith Thompson designed the BBS logo, and Barbara Dowell contributed the photograph of Chan Robbins. Paul Keywood provided important assistance with graphics and scanning. Brett Hoover runs the server, and provides valuable advice on how to make things work. Many people have peer-reviewed aspects of the home page. We particularly thank Deanna Dawson, Mike Erwin, Gregory Gough, Chan Robbins and Marcia Wilson for comments, reviews, and other contributions.

Finally, we thank the BBS volunteer observers, who have donated their time and effort to monitoring North American Birds. We hope that this Home Page is evidence that their efforts provide vital support for bird conservation.