Monthly Program

Join distinguished birder and photographer Doug Vine as he relates his experiences from his 2022 trip to Costa Rica. While there he added 236 birds to his life list and observed 30 hummingbird species.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to bird by kayak? Then join well respected birder and photographer Robin Walden-Janson as she explains the ins and outs of birding on the water.

Join Jessica Irvine, Environmental Education & Outreach Coordinator with IDEM, to learn about the benefits of vermicomposting.

Join Gerrian Ablers, INDR, for a presentation on coyotes and their place in Indiana.

Join our monthly ABAS Program for a presentation on the water quality of the Indiana water streams. High school student Vidhatri will share their passion for the water of Indiana.

Join Mike Timmons on a photographic voyage around Alaska.  Mike will present photos and discuss his time in various places around Alaska.

Join David Benson as he recounts his thrilling Lower 48 Big Year adventure on a budget. He amassed 611 species and 75 lifers across 35 states, securing a 12th place ranking.

Join Rae Garret for a presentation that will cover the various research projects and goals which encompasses the HEE, as well as results.

Please join Allisyn Gillet on a presentation about Indiana's Peregrine Falcon monitoring program, focusing on the epic romances between the falcons in downtown Indianapolis.

Join Donna Riner, Ornithology Center Assistant Manager, for a presentation on her experience at Avian Behavior International’s Bird of Prey Training and how avian behavior science is applied at the Ornithology Center.

Join John "Barny" Dunning to hear his thoughts on The American Ornithological Society proposing to change the common names of all birds that were named after specific people