The www.thayerbirding.com web site is built using a new program called dot net nuke. So the log in feature is something that is part of this. It asks you to log in each time you visit. BUT, you only need to log in if you plan on posting something to the Forums. The rest of the web site does NOT require that you log in.

The register and log in procedure is designed to let "good" guys into the Forum and post questions. This cuts way down on spam in the Forums. However, you can read the Forums without logging in.