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Become a Sponsor and celebrate shorebird conservation throughout the Western Hemisphere. Sponsors have a great impact!
We invite you to advance the scientific study and conservation of shorebirds by sponsoring the 11th Meeting of Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group. This event will take place at the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Sur (UABCS) in La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico, from 9 to 13 November 2026.
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The WHSG Meeting is the premier gathering place in the Western Hemisphere for shorebird biologists, including students, early professionals, and managers advancing bird conservation and applied research from the Arctic to Tierra del Fuego. We are expecting over 175 attendees from academia, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and industry to convene at La Paz, B.C.S., México, to network and experience the natural wonders of Baja California Sur. We have plenary speakers, symposia, workshops, and a wide diversity of scientific sessions focused on putting conservation of shorebirds and their habitats into action on the ground. Talks can be delivered in either English or Spanish, and this meeting uniquely brings together participants from across the Americas in a way no other conference does. These events provide exceptional opportunities for student participation, mentorship, and professional development at the highest levels of academic and scientific exchange.
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Sponsorship levels vary in contributions, exposure, and exclusivity. Packages are both affordable and robust, ranging from less than USD $300 to $5,000, or may include donation of equipment that can be used to support our members. See below for more information on the sponsorship prospectus that outlines levels and benefits associated with each. By sponsoring, your organization or company will be in front of educators, agency researchers, nonprofit directors and scientists, early professional innovators, students, and consultants. Most of our members are avid bird watchers. From pre-event marketing exposure to extensive on-site visibility, sponsoring the WHSG 2026 meeting is a great way to reach the diverse professionals investigating shorebirds and their habitats. Benefits of Sponsorship at all levels include sponsorship acknowledgement on the website and at the meeting, and a certificate of Appreciation. Specific benefits depend on the contribution and are:
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Additional opportunities for acknowledgement are available based on the level of participation, including exhibit booths, presentation slots, advertisement space in program, logo placement in program, and complimentary registrations.
We recognize the critical role that contributions from our corporate, nonprofit and agency partners play in advancing the conservation of shorebirds. We thank you, our sponsors for your generous support. Please contact the following person to make inquiries:
Mark Drever (Finance Chair)
E-mail: mark.drever@ec.gc.ca
Phone: 1-604-351-2874
Securing Your Sponsorship
To secure your sponsorship opportunity (see above), it must be paid in full by 30 June 2026. However, funds will be accepted after this date.
In-kind donation of equipment or materials is also possible.
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Those wishing to support student travel awards can donate directly using credit cards to: Biome Friends or to the Endangered Habitat League to receive US 501c tax receipts, or to Biome Conservation for Canadian CRA receipts.
At the Biome sites, chose WHSG, general purpose or specific awards, as the Designated Purpose on the dropdown menu or in comments. For donations made to the Endangered Habitat League, specify “WHSG” in the “Memos and comments” box on the payment page, and/or send an email to jmorton@igc.org identifying the donation as for the WHSG meeting.
Sponsorship payments can also be made through checks or wire transfers. Request wire transfer information from Mark Drever: mark.drever@ec.gc.ca.
US checks can be sent with 'WHSG' as a memo to:
Biome Friends
Attn Lana Faulkner & Jackie Leppard
c/o Camden National Bank
344 Main St
Calais, Maine 04619-1047 USA
Endangered Habitats League
505 S Flower St #71001
PO Box 71001
Los Angeles, CA 90071 USA
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Canadian checks can be sent with ‘WHSG’ as a memo to:
Biome Conservation:
P.O. Box 40
Chester, NS BOJ 1JO, Canada
Canadians can also e-transfer with Interac to: payments@BiomeConservation.org. Please include your name and address and specify support for WHSG meeting in the comments.
Donors from all countries can contribute at the above sites, or donate directly to the Mexican NGO TerraPenninsular, who is supporting the meeting. Need more information for sponsorship? Contact Dr. Daniel Galindo-Espinosa (Conference Chair) by email dgalindo@uabcs.mx, dgalindoe@gmail.com, and/or phone: +52-612-154-0095.
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