Join experienced birder, field trip leader, and IAS board member Scott Enochs as he leads you along the Indiana Lake Michigan lakeshore in search of wintering gulls, waterfowl, and any vagrants that may be in the area. We’ll meet at Washington Park Beach in Michigan City (41.7281N 86.9040W) at 8:00 am local time (9:00 am EST). We will spend the morning and early afternoon visiting various sites around the Indiana lakeshore. Little time will be spent hiking, though some hiking terrain would be considered moderate to rugged. Make sure you dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Most of the time will be spent traveling to as many sites as possible to scan the lake.

Participants can expect to return to the Indianapolis area around 6:00 pm EST.  There may be a break for lunch in the Gary/Chesterton area.

The field trip is free but is limited to 10 participants and registration is required. Priority registration is available to ABAS members through January 1, 2023. After that date, if any open spots remain, non-members may register. To sign up email Chuck Anderson at chucka1999@aol.com or text Chuck at (317) 767-5438.

If we experience inclement weather on January 14, January 28 will be our backup date.

Photo courtesy of Chuck Anderson.