With this issue of Western Birds, I am reinitiating the President’s Message, which is my chance to communicate with you and to promote dialogue between the Western Field Ornithologists’ directors and membership.
I first want to recognize David Yee for his leadership as president over the past three years. Under David’s leadership, we accomplished much, and although at times it might have seemed like herding cats, it has paid off for the directors and the organization as well. Thank you for your persistence, patience, and guidance these past three years, and for your 18 consecutive years of contributions to this organization on our board of directors!