International Migratory Bird Day
Join us for International Migratory Bird Day at Eagle Creek Park's Ornithology Center on May 12 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Build a feeder from a recycled soda pop bottle; dissect an owl pellet; take a bird walk; meet a live hawk and owl; and more! Click on the image or HERE for more details.
May 2012 Newsletter
Featured in this edition:
- IPL's Green Option for electricity usage
- Field Trips and Programs
- Birdathon 2012
Birdathon 2012
It's spring, so once again it is time for the Audubon Birdathon. At least eleven teams will be out participating in their Big Day events in April and May. The teams raise funds for important conservation and education projects, both here in Indiana and in South America. To learn more about Birdathon 2012, visit HERE. To donate to Birdathon 2012, visit HERE.
USFWS and City of Indianapolis Announce Urban Bird Treaty Grant
On Thursday, October 27, officials from the City of Indianapolis and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service spoke about Indianapolis being named an Urban Bird City at the Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center. Amos W. Butler Audubon is a primary partner in the project.
The Urban Conservation Treaty for Migratory Birds is a program that works with cities and partners to conserve migratory birds through education, hazard reductions, citizen science, conservation actions, and conservation and habitat improvement strategies in urban/suburban areas. The City of Indianapolis is one of 19 cities to be recognized. Students from Cold Spring School, the IPS enviornmental magnet, were on hand to hear the great news and to learn about birds.
Looking For Some Excitement? Then Volunteer For Us!
Have some extra time and want to make a difference? Then we can use you! Amos W. Butler Audubon is seeking volunteers for several projects that are schedule in fall 2012 and spring 2013. Please check out our volunteer page HERE for more information. Your volunteer time will help implement conservation and education priorities of Amos W. Butler Audubon. That's something worth crowing about!
Upcoming Volunteer Day events:
May 5 - Spades Park, 10am to 2pm
Events & Activities
| Spring Migration Bird Hike -- Southeastway Park Wed May 16 @08:00AM |
| Cool Creek Park Saturday Bird Hikes Sat May 19 @08:00AM |
| Fort Harrison Bird Walk Sun May 20 @08:00AM |
| Eagle Creek Ornithology Center Sun May 20 @09:00AM |
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Birdathon
Birdathon 2012 is springing into action! Teams will be out participating in their Big Day events starting April 26. Donations will support several diverse projects which all benefit the birds of central Indiana.
Lights Out Indy
Help reduce the amount of extra lighting downtown during critical migration months to reduce bird mortality.
AWBAS Blog
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