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Event Series Bird Zionsville Week – Birding for Beginners

Bird Zionsville Week – Birding for Beginners

Starkey Park 667 Sugarbush Drive, Zionsville, IN, United States

Do you want to learn more about birds but don’t know where to start? This introductory class will cover the identification of common backyard birds, binocular use, and how to attract birds to your yard. This program features a Thursday evening webinar with an optional Saturday morning field day to practice what you’ve learned. A Zoom link to the Thursday webinar will be sent out to all registered participants the week of the program.

Event Series Bird Hike at Marott Park & Nature Preserve

Bird Hike at Marott Park & Nature Preserve

Marott Park & Nature Preserve 7350 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Experienced birders from ABAS will lead a bird hike sponsored by the Friends of Marott Woods Nature Preserve. Beginning birders welcome. This should be primetime for spring migration. The preserve has dirt trails and there are decent hill climbs so wear appropriate footwear. Don't forget to bring your binoculars. The bird hike is free and no advanced registration is required. We'll meet at the preserve parking lot.

Hague Road Nature Haven Bird Hike – FULL

Hague Road Nature Haven Hague Road, Noblesville, IN, United States

ABAS will lead a bird hike at Hague Road Nature Haven sponsored by the Noblesville Parks and Recreation. Beginning birders are welcome. This should be prime time for spring migration.  The bird hike is free but limited to 12 participants.

Event Series Bird Zionsville Week – Birding for Beginners

Bird Zionsville Week – Birding for Beginners

Starkey Park 667 Sugarbush Drive, Zionsville, IN, United States

Do you want to learn more about birds but don’t know where to start? This introductory class will cover the identification of common backyard birds, binocular use, and how to attract birds to your yard. This program features a Thursday evening webinar with an optional Saturday morning field day to practice what you’ve learned. A Zoom link to the Thursday webinar will be sent out to all registered participants the week of the program.

Event Series Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks

Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks

Fort Harrison State Park 6000 North Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join Don Gorney for his spring migration bird walks at Ft. Harrison. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify spring warblers. Walks are ninety minutes to two hours on relatively even terrain. There is no fee for the walk but standard gate admission applies. Meet in the northeast corner of the Delaware Lake parking lot.

Event Series Eagle Creek Bird Hikes

Eagle Creek Bird Hikes

Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Each Sunday year-round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet us at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.

Event Series Bird Hike at Marott Park & Nature Preserve

Bird Hike at Marott Park & Nature Preserve

Marott Park & Nature Preserve 7350 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Experienced birders from ABAS will lead a bird hike sponsored by the Friends of Marott Woods Nature Preserve. Beginning birders welcome. This should be primetime for spring migration. The preserve has dirt trails and there are decent hill climbs so wear appropriate footwear. Don't forget to bring your binoculars. The bird hike is free and no advanced registration is required. We'll meet at the preserve parking lot.

Sodalis Nature Park Spring Hike – FULL

Sodalis Nature Park 7700 S. Co. Rd. 975E, Plainfield, IN, United States

Join experienced birder and field trip leader, Scott Enochs, as he leads you on a bird hike at Sodalis Nature Park in search of migrating warblers and other spring arrivals.  Sodalis is known as one of the most productive birding hotspots in Hendricks County.  170 species have been recorded there, including 34 warbler species. Registration is required and there is a limit of 12 participants.

Event Series Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks

Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks

Fort Harrison State Park 6000 North Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join Don Gorney for his spring migration bird walks at Ft. Harrison. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify spring warblers. Walks are ninety minutes to two hours on relatively even terrain. There is no fee for the walk but standard gate admission applies. Meet in the northeast corner of the Delaware Lake parking lot.

Event Series Eagle Creek Bird Hikes

Eagle Creek Bird Hikes

Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Each Sunday year-round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet us at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.

Birding Belize: It’s UnBELIEZEable! – SOLD OUT

Zoom Meeting IN, United States

David Rupp, owner of IndiGo Birding Nature Tours in Bloomington, will give a presentation about birding in Belize, an emerging destination in Central America. David fell in love with Belize on his first visit and has led multiple birding tours to Belize since. The presentation will feature photos from recent tour participants as well as from Belizean photographers. Belize is only the size of Massachusetts but has a bird list of nearly 600 species. David will introduce you to the different regions of the country, some unique birds you can find, and give some examples of the variety of lodging that could fit a tight budget or provide a luxurious experience. This will be an online program using Zoom.

Event Series Garfield Park Urban Bird Walks – Canceled

Garfield Park Urban Bird Walks – Canceled

Garfield Park Conservatory 2432 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Garfield Park, while being a very urban park, is a sanctuary for wildlife. Join a park naturalist on a walk through the park in search of birds. Even if you have never been on a bird walk before or consider yourself an expert birder, this program is for everyone. Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring binoculars. If you don’t have binoculars, a limited number will be available for use to anyone who needs them. This Indy Parks event requires registration through their system. Meet at the Conservatory entrance.

Event Series Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks

Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks

Fort Harrison State Park 6000 North Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join Don Gorney for his spring migration bird walks at Ft. Harrison. During the walk Don will point out birds seen and heard and provide details on how to identify spring warblers. Walks are ninety minutes to two hours on relatively even terrain. There is no fee for the walk but standard gate admission applies. Meet in the northeast corner of the Delaware Lake parking lot.

Spring Birding at Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge

Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge 12985 East US Highway 50, Seymour, IN, United States

Join ABAS Education Chair Jessica Helmbold for a day of celebrating the best of spring.  Enjoy southern Indiana blooming, migration, and lunch after the outing. Meet at the Muscatatuck Visitors Center. Lunch will be at a local eatery with the location to be determined. There will be no fee for the field trip and it's open to the public.  Registration is required.