Shorebirds are the poster-bird of summertime, but in July they’re already thinking of fall! Ryan Sanderson walks us through the most important field marks for distinguishing between these brown birds here.

Mathew Krohn was able to attend the summer Hog Island Audubon Camp with help from a grant sponsored by ABAS. Please enjoy reading about his once in a lifetime experience.

In 2023, ABAS submitted a $1,000 Collaborative Grant request to the National Audubon Society to purchase a Purple Martin House. The martin house was to be erected in Strawtown Koteewi Park near the lake on the south side of the park.

What if taking your mind off of the lists and tallies could improve your health and give you deeper connections with the birds you love? Eagle Creek Ornithology Center assistant manager and apprentice in forest therapy, Donna Riner, invites you to slow down for the summer in this month’s featured article.

Please read the article "Marian University's Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab Conservation Efforts Boosted by Amos Butler Audubon Society Grant" that details the relationship.

On May 8, Indiana State Senator Cyndi Carrasco, R-36th District, joined Amos Butler Audubon Society alongside Audubon Great Lakes for a bird hike at Garfield Park Conservatory & Gardens in Indianapolis.

Join Conner Prairie for a week-long program dedicated to uplifting Black nature enthusiasts while highlighting the visibility of Black birders in nature. We welcome those who identify as BIPOC, allies, and anyone who wants to enjoy an outdoor experience that is inclusive.

Supporting birds in the most dangerous season of their lifecycle is a collaborative effort, and research shows metropolitan areas like Indianapolis are an underrated player in their success. Read about what makes the perfect patch here.

ABAS is proud to support the inaugural Black Birders Week at Conner Prairie. In affiliation with the BlackAFinSTEM Collective, this week-long program is dedicated to uplifting and amplifying Black nature enthusiasts.