ABAS Event Calendar
Local Bird Hikes
Calendar of Events
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Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Join Don Gorney for his 20th year of leading fall bird walks at Ft. Harrison State Park. Fall migration is lively and full of warblers, raptors, sparrows, and other songbirds. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify cryptic fall warblers, drab flycatchers, and LBJ’s (Little Brown Jobs, also known as sparrows).
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Each Sunday year round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.
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Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Come explore Southeastway Park during spring migration. Join Theresa Wilson every Tuesday in April and May. This is a family friendly, beginner to intermediate nature walk, weather permitting. Don’t forget bug spray and sunblock! Meet at the Nature Center at Southeastway Park.
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Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
The Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sightings being recorded since 2002. No experience is necessary, and the hike will be led by one of the bird experts at Marian. The only things that are necessary are binoculars and a little bit of patience! We will meet at the St. Francis statue just west of the Allison Mansion on the Marian campus at 8:00 am every Wednesday starting August 28th and ending the week before Thanksgiving. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required.
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Bird Photography Walk at Eagle Creek
Bird Photography Walk at Eagle Creek
Join Amy Hodson on a walk at Eagle Creek Park to photograph birds. All levels of photography are welcome, especially beginners! Don’t have camera gear quite yet, but still want to learn? This will be a great opportunity to learn about the basics of bird photography.The group will meet at the Ornithology Center to practice shooting at the feeders. We will then head into the park to see what lingering spring migrants and resident nesting birds we can find!Registration is required. Please RSVP for this event by emailing info@amosbutleraudubon.org. Although there is no fee for this walk, park entrance fees apply.
Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Join Don Gorney for his 20th year of leading fall bird walks at Ft. Harrison State Park. Fall migration is lively and full of warblers, raptors, sparrows, and other songbirds. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify cryptic fall warblers, drab flycatchers, and LBJ’s (Little Brown Jobs, also known as sparrows).
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Each Sunday year round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.
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1 event,
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Come explore Southeastway Park during spring migration. Join Theresa Wilson every Tuesday in April and May. This is a family friendly, beginner to intermediate nature walk, weather permitting. Don’t forget bug spray and sunblock! Meet at the Nature Center at Southeastway Park.
1 event,
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
The Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sightings being recorded since 2002. No experience is necessary, and the hike will be led by one of the bird experts at Marian. The only things that are necessary are binoculars and a little bit of patience! We will meet at the St. Francis statue just west of the Allison Mansion on the Marian campus at 8:00 am every Wednesday starting August 28th and ending the week before Thanksgiving. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required.
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Fall Migration Hike
Fall Migration Hike
Join Rob Ripma on a series of hikes around Eagle Creek Park in search of fall migrants. We should find a different mix of migrants as we move through the month.
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Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Join Don Gorney for his 20th year of leading fall bird walks at Ft. Harrison State Park. Fall migration is lively and full of warblers, raptors, sparrows, and other songbirds. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify cryptic fall warblers, drab flycatchers, and LBJ’s (Little Brown Jobs, also known as sparrows).
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Each Sunday year round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.
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2 events,
Holliday Park Bird Hike
Holliday Park Bird Hike
Join us at Holliday Park for a bird hike through the woods and along the White River. Beginning birders welcome!
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Come explore Southeastway Park during spring migration. Join Theresa Wilson every Tuesday in April and May. This is a family friendly, beginner to intermediate nature walk, weather permitting. Don’t forget bug spray and sunblock! Meet at the Nature Center at Southeastway Park.
1 event,
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
The Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sightings being recorded since 2002. No experience is necessary, and the hike will be led by one of the bird experts at Marian. The only things that are necessary are binoculars and a little bit of patience! We will meet at the St. Francis statue just west of the Allison Mansion on the Marian campus at 8:00 am every Wednesday starting August 28th and ending the week before Thanksgiving. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required.
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Newfields Bird Hike
Newfields Bird Hike
ABAS is excited to partner with The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park at Newfields for bird hikes on this beautiful property along the White River and Central Canal. The first hike will be led by ABAS President Rob Ripma. Meet at Lake Terrace in the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park: 100 Acres. The hike is free and open to the public. Registration is requested by emailing us at info@amosbutleraudubon.org. Join us as we explore the nesting species of this wonderful property.
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Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Join Don Gorney for his 20th year of leading fall bird walks at Ft. Harrison State Park. Fall migration is lively and full of warblers, raptors, sparrows, and other songbirds. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify cryptic fall warblers, drab flycatchers, and LBJ’s (Little Brown Jobs, also known as sparrows).
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Each Sunday year round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.
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1 event,
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Come explore Southeastway Park during spring migration. Join Theresa Wilson every Tuesday in April and May. This is a family friendly, beginner to intermediate nature walk, weather permitting. Don’t forget bug spray and sunblock! Meet at the Nature Center at Southeastway Park.
1 event,
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
The Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sightings being recorded since 2002. No experience is necessary, and the hike will be led by one of the bird experts at Marian. The only things that are necessary are binoculars and a little bit of patience!
We will meet at the St. Francis statue just west of the Allison Mansion on the Marian campus at 8:00 am every Wednesday starting August 28th and ending the week before Thanksgiving. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required.
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Bird Hikes at McCloud Nature Park
Bird Hikes at McCloud Nature Park
Join Hendricks County Parks and Recreation Naturalists for an easy and informal walk to spot birds. Learn clues for identifying by sight and sound while also enjoying the beauty of McCloud Nature Park in the fall. All levels of birding experience are welcome, from beginner to expert. This is an opportunity to explore and learn together. Dress for the weather and prepare to walk about 1 mile over moderate surfaces.
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2 events,
Starkey Park Fall Bird Walk
Starkey Park Fall Bird Walk
Explore Starkey Park in search of fall migrants with Zionsville birders Jonathan and Whitney Yoerger. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own binoculars and meet at 8:30 a.m. in the parking lot located at 667 Sugarbush Drive.
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Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Fort Harrison State Park Fall Migration Walks
Join Don Gorney for his 20th year of leading fall bird walks at Ft. Harrison State Park. Fall migration is lively and full of warblers, raptors, sparrows, and other songbirds. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify cryptic fall warblers, drab flycatchers, and LBJ’s (Little Brown Jobs, also known as sparrows).
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Each Sunday year round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center.
This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.
0 events,
1 event,
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Come explore Southeastway Park during spring migration. Join Theresa Wilson every Tuesday in April and May. This is a family friendly, beginner to intermediate nature walk, weather permitting. Don’t forget bug spray and sunblock! Meet at the Nature Center at Southeastway Park.
1 event,
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
The Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sightings being recorded since 2002. No experience is necessary, and the hike will be led by one of the bird experts at Marian. The only things that are necessary are binoculars and a little bit of patience!
We will meet at the St. Francis statue just west of the Allison Mansion on the Marian campus at 8:00 am every Wednesday starting August 28th and ending the week before Thanksgiving. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required.
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Zionsville Birding Trifecta and Social
Zionsville Birding Trifecta and Social
Join Zionsville birders Jonathan and Whitney Yoerger for a birding trifecta to search for fall migrants, followed by an optional happy hour at Cobblestone Grill on Main Street. During the trifecta, you'll get an overview of three town parks offering small-scale scrub, riparian, and grassland habitats. Bring your own binoculars and meet at 1:00 pm in the Elm Street Green parking lot at 165 North Elm Street. Please note this is a 2.5-mile, afternoon birding walk.