You’ve likely seen the art of Mel Bryant at birding and nature festivals across the state. She spoke with ABAS about everything from her artistic origins to motherhood to advice for new creatives. Read here!

ABAS welcomes our long-time Board member Jessica Helmbold into her new role of President.

When insects are in decline, birds aren't far behind. Birder Andy Belt talks the science and ecology behind one of the biggest, most under-the-radar modern threats to bird populations.

Bill Sharkey led eight participants in an exciting morning of shorebirds, waterfowl, and camaraderie on Lake Michigan.

Meet Deb Patrick, new Board member and Bird Safe Indy Chair for ABAS!

The visionaries behind Wild Birds Unlimited and Boone County’s “town within a park” are turning back the clock on hundreds of acres of developed land. Find out how it will impact birds and birders here.

In 2026, millions of dollars originally allocated towards acquiring and preserving the last of Marion County forests could be redistributed, leaving natural lands unprotected. Read a statement from the Indiana Forest Alliance here and contact your officials before it’s too late.

At the Eagle Creek Ornithology Center, we love vultures and we think you should too! Get to know the newest Avian Ambassador at the park, and read how to protect the vultures in your own backyard.

Central Indiana's birding marathon is over and the totals are in- did your favorite team raise the most in donations? And did Noddy Little Gulls keep their top species spot? Check out the full recap here and get ready for the Birdathon auction that begins September 10!