Terms of Use

Last Updated: September 8, 2026

Welcome to the website of Tom Bartlett. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

Purpose of This Website

This website is provided for educational and informational purposes and shares information about Tom Bartlett’s work, bird banding, ornithology, conservation, research, educational programs and related activities.

Information provided on this website is not intended to replace official guidance, regulations or protocols established by the U.S. Geological Survey Bird Banding Laboratory, state or federal wildlife agencies, research institutions or other governing organizations.

Bird Banding and Wildlife Activities

Bird banding is a regulated scientific activity that requires appropriate training, permits and authorization.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as permission or instruction to capture, handle, band or otherwise interact with wild birds in violation of federal, state or local laws or established wildlife research protocols.

Visitors are encouraged to observe wildlife responsibly and follow applicable laws, regulations and ethical birding practices.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, the text, photographs, graphics, educational materials, illustrations and other original content appearing on this website are owned by or used with permission by Tom Bartlett.

Content may not be copied, reproduced, republished, distributed, modified or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

Brief quotations or links to the website for educational, journalistic or nonprofit purposes are welcome when appropriate credit is provided.

Photographs and Research Materials

Certain photographs, bird banding data, research materials or other content may be provided by third parties, government agencies, researchers, photographers or partner organizations. Ownership and usage rights for such materials remain with their respective owners.

Accuracy of Information

Every reasonable effort is made to provide accurate and useful information. However, scientific knowledge, wildlife regulations, bird populations, migration data, research findings and external resources may change over time.

The website does not guarantee that all information will always be complete, current or error-free.

External Links

This website may include links to third-party websites, organizations, research resources or conservation programs. These links are provided for convenience and educational purposes.

Tom Bartlett does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, security or privacy practices of third-party websites.

Limitation of Liability

Use of this website is at your own discretion and risk.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tom Bartlett shall not be liable for any loss, injury, damage or expense arising from the use of this website, reliance on information provided through the website or use of any third-party resource linked from the website.

Changes to These Terms

These Terms of Use may be updated periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact

Questions about these Terms of Use may be directed to:

Tom Bartlett
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