Find your birdwatching association!

You are far from being alone in your interest in birds! The influx of members to various birdwatching associations has been very significant in recent years. Having been a strictly male domain, we now see the greatest increase in bird interest among young people, women, and retirees (those available during the day). There is a great acceptance that we can watch birds in many different ways and that the level of knowledge varies. Beginners are welcomed with an inclusive attitude. Birdwatching, chatting, and having coffee together are fundamental aspects of birdwatching organizations' work. It is only when we know what beautiful things are out there and can name the birds we see that the realization of the importance of protecting them truly manifests itself. 

Welcome to the group! 

Birdlife Sweden

Birdlife Sweden is the national association for all bird enthusiasts! As a member, you receive the beautiful magazine "Our Bird World." The number of members is increasing!
Link to Birdlife Sweden

The Strandskatorna

The Strandskatorna is a national network of people who enjoy birds and nature together in a calm and relaxed manner. No membership fees.
Link to Strandskatorna

Rapphönan

Rapphönan is an independent national network for girls who birdwatch. The purpose of Rapphönan is to coach girls who are birdwatching or want to start, as well as to facilitate them getting to know each other and becoming involved in birdwatching associations. Local Rapphönan groups are present in several parts of the country. There is no cost to become a member.
Link to Rapphönan

Club 300

Club 300 is an association for those who greatly enjoy the thrill of rare and stray birds. They are responsible for Birdalarm, the birdwatchers' own "alarm system" for when unusual birds are spotted. On the website, you can read articles about rare birds in Sweden, view lists from other birdwatchers, and more. They also publish the magazine Roadrunner.
Link to Club 300

Local Associations and Clubs

Local and regional associations and clubs are plentiful throughout the country. They organize excursions where people birdwatch together, most publish membership newsletters and regional journals, and increasingly, many have active websites as well. Search for your local bird club, regional association, or contact Birdlife Sweden to help you find the right one.

Artportalen

Artportalen is a database where anyone can enter their observations. Thousands of bird observations of common and rare species are recorded daily! Here, you can easily see which birds have been reported during the day in your region. Or, using more advanced search functions, find out, for example, how many robins were present in Östergötland from December to February in 1998.
Link to Artportalen

The Bird Guide is the absolute best identification guide for birds in Sweden and Europe. It is now also available as an app and doesn’t cost much. 
Another app that is very good is Merlin. It very accurately identifies sound recordings and images you make with your mobile phone. 

At naturbutiken.se (owned by Birdlife Sverige), you will find a wide range of binoculars, books, etc. And very honest and good service!