Interlibrary Loan (ILL) & Delivery
Interlibrary Loan (ILL)
Nicolet Federated Library System and the OWLS member libraries borrow materials directly from each other and from the libraries that belong to OWLSnet. If an item is not available in the area, the librarian can ask system staff to borrow the material from other libraries throughout Wisconsin and beyond. Materials located through interlibrary loan are sent directly to the local system for the patron’s use.
ILL quick links​ |
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ILL and WISCAT information
- Introducing the Revised Interlibrary Loan Code for the United States with Explanatory Text (11/13/2023 webinar)
- Borrowing instructions and common ILL issues
- WISCAT 101: Instructional videos
- Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for Libraries Libraries | Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
- How to lend in WISCAT
Delivery
Nicolet Federated Library System and OWLSnet Deliveries
Through an agreement between the NFLS and the OWLSnet Libraries, the public and academic libraries of WI, MN, ND & SD are all connected via the following Delivery Networks: SCLS (South Central Library System) and Minitex. (MN, ND, & SD)
OWLS’ delivery program is committed to putting desired materials in the hands of library patrons as quickly as possible. To achieve that goal, the system engages in several different activities. OWLS contracts with Waltco, Inc. to deliver materials to all member libraries five times per week. The system also exchanges materials daily with the Nicolet Federated Library System in Green Bay in order to facilitate borrowing among the members of OWLSnet. In addition, OWLS participates in an intersystem delivery service that facilitates sharing materials throughout the state; this service picks up and delivers materials at OWLS five times a week. The system also mails materials to libraries not served by any of the above services.
OWLS’ delivery program is committed to putting desired materials in the hands of library patrons as quickly as possible. To achieve that goal, the system engages in several different activities. OWLS contracts with Waltco, Inc. to deliver materials to all member libraries five times per week. The system also exchanges materials daily with the Nicolet Federated Library System in Green Bay in order to facilitate borrowing among the members of OWLSnet. In addition, OWLS participates in an intersystem delivery service that facilitates sharing materials throughout the state; this service picks up and delivers materials at OWLS five times a week. The system also mails materials to libraries not served by any of the above services.
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Transit slips & tub tags
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Waltco delivery information
For questions relating to Waltco's delivery service, contact the Waltco Dispatch office at 920-405-0892 if Holly Handt is unavailable. |
Brown County Library
- WISCAT login for Brown County
- Delivery guidelines between NFLS and BCL: Prepare BCL tub/bag exchange
Delivery tub demonstration video
This video is intended to show OWLSnet member libraries how to use the delivery tub that went into circulation in 2020.
This video is intended to show OWLSnet member libraries how to use the delivery tub that went into circulation in 2020.
CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO TRANSCRIPT
This is a demonstration of the new delivery bins for OWLSnet libraries.
- Align cover tabs with container slots, then push cover inward to make sure they connect.
- Gently lower the other end of the cover until closed.
- Insert the tub tag inside the tub’s clear pouch.
- On the other end, make sure the cover and tub holes line up. Insert the zip tie through both holes, then fasten.
- The cover should be secure enough so it stays closed while the tub is moved around.
- With the tool provided, cut and remove the zip tie. You may now open the cover and remove materials.
- Contact NFLS or OWLS delivery contacts with questions.
Printable tub tags
"Waltco - Do Not Open" Tags
Use "Waltco - Do Not Open" tags if your library needs to send containers of items without transit slips to other locations, such as cataloging or if you need to secure a container for other reasons.
