Birdathon is on! In its 39th year, ABAS is happy to declare continued cooperation with long-term partners and claim another, all to give beloved birds a fighting chance. Who will your donations support this year? Find out here.
ABAS and the Efroymson Family Fund helped Eagle Creek Park to put up more homes for Purple Martins. Read about the grant here.
The third Birdathon report of 2026 supports the work of a longtime international conservation partnership through Colombian nonprofit shutdowns and US government cuts. Read how your donations helped.
ABAS’ Woodcock watching program for local 20–40-year-old bird lovers acquainted participants with a strange bird, and new friends, under springtime sunset. Read about their experience here.
Why does one corner of Marion County feel more like Brown County than suburban Indianapolis? As Mud Creek Conservancy Executive Director explains, “where the terrain varies, habitats multiply.” Find out which birds have made this unique corridor a home.
Birding’s goated, no cap, bruh. Post-pandemic just took our favorite hobby from cringe to fire, so we think it’s time to introduce Indy’s new teen and tween birders. Come meet some young birders with me *and* read where our last flock is now.
The second Birdathon report of 2026 talks growing plants for birds, nature education, and improving life in underserved communities.
Are you familiar with Bud Starling? This Indiana birder, born almost 100 years ago, gave state birders more than just records and sightings; he gave attention, mentoring, and consistency. All he asked for in return were a few beers.
Meet Neil Brookhouse, new Board member and Birdathon Chair for ABAS!
Valentine’s Day was a lovely day to contribute to science during the Great Backyard Bird Count, as eight birders enjoyed this caravan to three parks in Hamilton County.