Dorothy Lou Haines

Thank you, Dorothy, for your wisdom and guidance and for sharing your love of botds.

We can only hope to have such high levels of enthusiasm, kindness, and curiosity when we're older. Nearly every time we met with Dorothy, whether it was on her porch, at Goose Pond, or elsewhere, she was learning something new with a smile on her face. It is a privilege to have known her! Thanks Dorothy. Land Steward at Goose Pond Sanctuary Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance

Dorothy will be remembered for her love of nature, especially birds. She was our friend for so long, and we will carry her spirit with us for a lifetime. Thank you, Dorothy! Mark Martin & Susan Foote-Martin Managers, Goose Pond Sanctuary

Ken and Roberta, I am so sorry for your loss. Joan Downs

Topf Wells wrote a blog on Bird Champions and include Dorothy. "Bird Champion" Dorothy died on Earth Day of this year at the age of 102. Dorothy always had a wonderful sense of timing and style; both, I think, are reflected in the day of her death. She was a champion of the Earth, birds, and the Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance. I don't think SoWBA would exist without Dorothy. For decades, she fulfilled just about every function a volunteer conservation organization needs and was an incredibly generous benefactor. Goose Pond always held a special place in her heart. She delighted in being there and she worked tirelessly and generously to make it a secure haven for birds. And anyone lucky enough to know Dorothy was delighted to spend time with her. She enjoyed life, people, and Nature and her enthusiasm and energy were contagious. Topf Wells, Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance advocacy committee