Join accomplished birder Richard Garrett as he leads us on a field trip to Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area (FWA) in search of waterfowl and raptors.  In addition to viewing multiple species of ducks and geese, we should see Northern Harriers hunting low over the fields. Just before dusk, Short-eared Owls will likely appear. Richard is a member of the “Indiana300 Club” having seen over 300 species of birds in the state in a single calendar year.

We’ll meet at the Goose Pond Visitor’s Center parking lot at 12:00 pm. The center has modern, indoor restrooms. The majority of the field trip will be by car with multiple stops to get out to view birds. As always, bring your binoculars and spotting scope if you have one. A couple of pairs of binoculars will be available to lend for the outing.

There is no fee for the field trip. However, it is limited to 10 participants, and registration is required. Priority registration is available to ABAS members through November 1, 2023, at which time if there are any spots open, registration will be open to non-members.  Email Chuck Anderson at chucka1999@aol.com or text (317) 767-5438 to be put on a standby list for this FULL field trip.

Photo Courtesy of Chuck Anderson.