ABAS Event Calendar
Zionsville Citizen Science Day
Hussey-Mayfield Library 250 N 5th St, Zionsville, IN, United StatesZionsville Parks & Recreation and the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library have joined for the inaugural Zionsville Citizen Science Day, where volunteers can join scientists to answer real-world questions. Learn about upcoming science-based programs and research projects where you can contribute or volunteer. ABAS will be on hand to teach about eBird, iNaturalist, and bird banding.
Warbler ID Workshop
Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin Scott Enochs, warbler identification enthusiast and Field Trip Chair for ABAS, for a crash course in warbler identification. We will start in the Ornithology Center classroom and then head outside, weather permitting, to look for migrating warblers in Eagle Creek Park. This event is free with park admission. Drop-ins are welcome. If you have binoculars, please bring them. If you would like to look for warblers after the presentation, please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Smith’s Longspur Field Trip – Lye Creek Prairie Burn
Lye Creek Prairie Burn – Meet Old Marsh Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin ABAS on a trip to the Lye Creek Prairie Burn (aka “The Burn”) in search of migrating Smith’s Longspurs. The Burn is located in Montgomery County and is the most reliable place for viewing Smith’s Longspurs in Indiana, as the property is managed specifically for them.
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesEach 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.
Holliday Park Bird Hike
Holliday Park Nature Center 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesJoin 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 5624 South Carroll Rd, New Palestine, IN, United StatesCome 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.
Great Blue Heron Rookery Programs
The Rookery Preserve 25440 Scherer Ave, Arcadia, IN, United StatesJoin a naturalist at the Great Blue Heron rookery in Hamilton County. We will spend the majority of the time watching and talking about the Great Blue Herons, who should be busily courting and tending their nests.
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesThe 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 colonnade just west of Allison Mansion on the Marian campus at 8:00 am every Wednesday during March and April (excluding March 13), and will head into the EcoLab shortly after. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required.
Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hikes
Cool Creek Nature Center 2000-1 East 151st Street, Carmel, IN, United StatesJoin our naturalist staff and other guest leaders Sunday and Wednesday mornings and we will learn together. This will be a great opportunity for birdwatchers of all levels.
Spring Migration Bird Hikes at Cool Creek
Cool Creek Nature Center 2000-1 East 151st Street, Carmel, IN, United StatesCatch a peek at some beautiful birds as they make their return this spring. The hikes are led by well-known birder, Keith Starling. Hurry, some birds will not stay around long. After the hike, stop by the Nature Center’s Wildlife Viewing Area for coffee and doughnuts. Bring your binoculars! Migration bird hikes meet in the north parking lot of Cool Creek Park past the Nature Center.
Earth Day Indiana Festival
Military Park at White River State Park 601 West New York St, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesABAS will be exhibiting at this wonderful annual event. Come see us at historic Military Park at White River State Park. Come to the festival for local food vendors, kid's activities, over 125 exhibitors, live music, and a 5K run/walk.
Eagle Creek – Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesEach 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.
Great Blue Heron Rookery Programs
The Rookery Preserve 25440 Scherer Ave, Arcadia, IN, United StatesJoin a naturalist at the Great Blue Heron rookery in Hamilton County. We will spend the majority of the time watching and talking about the Great Blue Herons, who should be busily courting and tending their nests.
Southeastway Park Bird Hike
Southeastway Park 5624 South Carroll Rd, New Palestine, IN, United StatesCome 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.
Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN, United StatesThe 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 colonnade just west of Allison Mansion on the Marian campus at 8:00 am every Wednesday during March and April (excluding March 13), and will head into the EcoLab shortly after. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required.
Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hikes
Cool Creek Nature Center 2000-1 East 151st Street, Carmel, IN, United StatesJoin our naturalist staff and other guest leaders Sunday and Wednesday mornings and we will learn together. This will be a great opportunity for birdwatchers of all levels.
Sodalis Nature Park Warbler Hike
Sodalis Nature Park 7700 S. Co. Rd. 975E, Plainfield, IN, United StatesJoin Scott Enochs at Sodalis Nature Park in Hendricks County in search of migrating warblers and other Spring arrivals. Sodalis is known as one of the most productive birding hotspots in Hendricks County. 158 species have been recorded there, including 34 warbler species. Trails through the park are a mix of gravel and dirt and are normally an easy walk, but interior trails can become very muddy after even moderate rain. Appropriate footwear is recommended.
Brandywine Park Bird Hike
Brandywine Park 900 East Davis Rd, Greenfield, IN, United StatesJoin the Greenfield Birders for a bird hike. Beginners are welcome.
Spring Migration Bird Hikes at Cool Creek
Cool Creek Nature Center 2000-1 East 151st Street, Carmel, IN, United StatesCatch a peek at some beautiful birds as they make their return this spring. The hikes are led by well-known birder, Keith Starling. Hurry, some birds will not stay around long. After the hike, stop by the Nature Center’s Wildlife Viewing Area for coffee and doughnuts. Bring your binoculars! Migration bird hikes meet in the north parking lot of Cool Creek Park past the Nature Center.
Starkey Park Spring Walks
Starkey Park 667 Sugarbush Drive, Zionsville, IN, United StatesExplore Starkey Park in search of resident birds and spring migrants during a series of monthly morning bird walks led by Zionsville birders Jonathan and Whitney Yoerger. All skill levels are welcome. Meet at 8:00 am at the parking lot located on Sugarbush Drive.