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SUMMARY:Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. Waterproof footwear is recommended for walking through dewy grass. For more information\, contact Don at dongorney@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/fort-harrison-state-park-spring-migration-walks-5/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Fort Harrison State Park\, 6000 North Post Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Local Bird Hikes,Marion Co
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SUMMARY:Carpenter Nature Preserve Field Trip (ABAS Exclusive Entrance)
DESCRIPTION:Join outstanding birder and hike leader\, Jonathan Bontrager\, for a pre-grand opening opportunity to explore the Carpenter Nature Preserve in Zionsville\, IN. The preserve\, which was formerly Wolf Run Golf Course\, is a 215-acre area that has been a project between the mayor of Zionsville\, Jim and Nancy Carpenter of Wild Birds Unlimited\, and the Zionsville Parks and Recreation Department. It is designed to be a sanctuary for wildlife that includes enhanced wetlands\, woodlands\, and prairies. Eagle Creek runs along the eastern portion of the park and should be a nice riparian habitat. \n  \nAmos Butler Audubon Society has been given special permission to visit the park before it opens up\, so we are asked to stay in areas that they deem safe. However\, it is close to completion so many of the trails and boardwalks should be completed. \n  \nThe hike is on Saturday\, May 2 and will run from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. The address for the park is 601 S. 900 East\, Zionsville\, IN 46077. There should be a Park Monument sign to direct you to the entrance and drive back to the parking lot where we will meet.  \n  \n  \nThere is a 10 participant limit so sign up early. To sign up\, please email laurievoss25@gmail.com and please include your phone number and whether or not you are a member.  ABAS members will have priority before April 15. Non-members will be added first come first serve after April 15\, but sign up early to get on the list.  \n  \nWhat: Pre-opening hike at the new Carpenter Nature Preserve \nWhen: May 2\, 2026 from 8:00-11:00 am \nWhere: Carpenter Nature Preserve. 601 S. 900 East\, Zionsville\, IN 46077 \nRegister: laurievoss25@gmail.com
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/carpenter-nature-preserve-field-trip-abas-exclusive-entrance/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Preserve\, 601 S. 900 East\, Zionsville\, 46077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boone Co,Featured Events,Field Trips,Local Bird Hikes
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SUMMARY:Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. Waterproof footwear is recommended for walking through dewy grass. For more information\, contact Don at dongorney@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/fort-harrison-state-park-spring-migration-walks-5/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Fort Harrison State Park\, 6000 North Post Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Local Bird Hikes,Marion Co
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SUMMARY:Global Big Day at Prophetstown SP with Thirty\, Birdy & Thriving
DESCRIPTION:The best way to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day\, also known as Global Big Day\, is counting birds (—for science) with your peeps. And since it is peak spring migration\, your trusty TBT leader Olivia Bautch is taking you out of the region to meet up with outstanding Tippecanoe County birder\, Vivek Govind Kumar\, who will lead this field trip at Prophetstown State Park. \n  \nProphetstown SP is home to interpretive history\, camping\, and aquatics\, but we’re here for the sprawling grasslands\, wetlands\, and young forest tracts that draw both exciting migrants and vulnerable breeding birds. Blue Grosbeak\, Dickcissel\, Sedge Wren\, Yellow-breasted Chat\, Northern Bobwhite\, Yellow-billed Cuckoo\, and Ring-necked Pheasant are just some of the special species across stops at this park. \n  \nSeveral pairs of binoculars will be available for those who need them. We may caravan between stops. Trail surfaces include wide paved trails (find access information here) and crushed gravel paths along the grassland\, and narrow dirt trails with many inclines/declines in the forest/wetland. Our route and stops will vary based on day-of bird productivity\, and more information will be emailed to participants closer to the event. We will do our best to ensure any special needs are met\, so do not hesitate to ask about accommodations! \n  \nThe Thirty\, Birdy & Thriving group is designed for bird-lovers age 20-40\, as a space to observe birds with new friends from the Central Indiana community. To register\, email Olivia Bautch at falcon_515@outlook.com\, stating if you are a ABAS member or not.  \nThis program is limited to 12 participants and is free\, but there is a gate fee per vehicle for the state park. To lower the fee for everyone\, we will meet at the shops off I-65 in West Lafayette at 7:50am and carpool about 10 minutes into the park. Please bring $2 to contribute to the gate fee for your car.\n\nPre-registration is required. ABAS members get priority registration until April 25\, but non-members should sign up early\, as once registration is open\, it is first come first serve.\n  \nWhat: Global Big Day at Prophetstown SP with Thirty\, Birdy & Thriving \nWhen: Saturday\, May 9\, 2026 from 8:00-10:00 am \nWhere: Prophetstown State Park. 5545 Swisher Road\, West Lafayette\, IN 47906 \nRegister: falcon_515@outlook.com
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/global-big-day-at-prophetstown-sp-with-thirty-birdy-thriving/
LOCATION:Prophetstown State Park\, 5545 Swisher Road\, West Lafayette\, 47906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdy & Thriving,Featured Events,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. Waterproof footwear is recommended for walking through dewy grass. For more information\, contact Don at dongorney@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/fort-harrison-state-park-spring-migration-walks-5/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Fort Harrison State Park\, 6000 North Post Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Local Bird Hikes,Marion Co
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SUMMARY:Ritchey Woods Spring Migration Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Olivia Bautch\, Editorial Chair for ABAS\, is taking us back to Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve for a morning searching for migratory birds and summer breeders. This Fishers preserve boasts multiple quality habitats ranging from old-growth forest to swamp to prairie\, making it a natural stopping place and breeding ground for sensitive species. \n  \nThis field trip is limited to 10 participants and registration is required. Priority registration is available to ABAS members until April 1\, but non-members should sign up early\, as once registration is open\, it is first come first serve. \n  \nWe will meet near the picnic tables and cabin at the trailhead\, and several pairs of binoculars will be available for those who need them. Trail surfaces include rough gravel\, boardwalks\, and dirt paths with roots/rocks. While gravel trails in grassland and swamp portions only have one incline\, there is greater variation in terrain in the forest habitat. Our route will vary in length based on the species encountered. \n  \nWhen you sign up\, please indicate if you are a member or not and include your phone number. The phone number is in case of needing to cancel due to weather. To register\, email Laurie Voss at laurievoss25@gmail.com.  \n  \nWhat: Ritchey Woods Spring Field Trip \nWhen: Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 from 8:00-10:00 am \nWhere: Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. 10410 Hague Rd\, Fishers\, IN 46038 \nRegister: laurievoss25@gmail.com
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/ritchey-woods-spring-migration-field-trip/
LOCATION:Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve\, 10410 Hague Rd\, Fishers\, IN\, 46038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Field Trips,Hamilton Co
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SUMMARY:Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. Waterproof footwear is recommended for walking through dewy grass. For more information\, contact Don at dongorney@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/fort-harrison-state-park-spring-migration-walks-5/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Fort Harrison State Park\, 6000 North Post Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Local Bird Hikes,Marion Co
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SUMMARY:Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. Waterproof footwear is recommended for walking through dewy grass. For more information\, contact Don at dongorney@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/fort-harrison-state-park-spring-migration-walks-5/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Fort Harrison State Park\, 6000 North Post Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Local Bird Hikes,Marion Co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260531T100000
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SUMMARY:Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. Waterproof footwear is recommended for walking through dewy grass. For more information\, contact Don at dongorney@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/fort-harrison-state-park-spring-migration-walks-5/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Fort Harrison State Park\, 6000 North Post Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Local Bird Hikes,Marion Co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260912T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260912T100000
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SUMMARY:September Lake Watch Experience (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Join field trip leaders John Cassady and Richard Garrett for a Saturday at Lake Michigan to look for fall migrants. This is an opportunity for anyone curious or interested in how to do a lake watch to learn from two of the state’s most experienced lake watchers.  \n  \nFor those curious about what a lake watch is\, it is an opportunity to witness the southern movement of passerines\, shorebirds\, gulls\, waterfowl\, and if lucky\, witness the power and aerial maneuvering of a Jaeger. There are three possible Jaegers that have been viewed from Lake Michigan—Long-tailed\, Parasitic\, and Pomarine Jaeger. In September\, our best chance would be to see a Parasitic Jaeger. Pomarine Jaegers are seen in late fall\, if at all.  \n  \nThis field trip will take place on Saturday\, September 12\, beginning a half hour before dawn and run until 10:00 am Central Time. Participants are welcome to stay longer if desired.  \n  \nPREPARATION & ACCESS CONSIDERATIONS: The terrain is sand dunes and difficult to walk on. A scope is necessary for this field trip as many of the birds will be far out into the lake. Be sure to bring sunscreen\, water\, food\, and possibly a folding chair. You can stand or sit and use a scope as well. Plan for many stationary hours in the sun and weather and expect the air temperature to be 10 degrees cooler than inland. \n  \nLOCATION: Meet at Marquette Park on the sand dune behind the concession stand\, if weather is agreeable. If there is a strong wind\, we will meet on the east side of the concession stand. Parking is along the side of the road that parallels the lakefront. This year the parking is quite expensive and requires an app to park there. \n  \nTo help with the expense\, participants can carpool if desired by meeting at the Flying J Travel Center on IN 51 and I 94 in Lake Station. It is about 10 minutes from Marquette Park.  \nThis address is: 1401 Ripley Street\, Lake Station\, IN 46405. I would suggest meeting there at 5:30 am CT. Parking here should not be an issue but I would park away from the entrance to the building. \n  \nREGISTRATION: There is a maximum of 8 people who can register for this trip. BACI(ABAS) members will have priority until August 15\, but don’t hesitate to sign up if you are interested as non-members are first come first serve. This event is full but to get on the wait list email Laurie Voss\, Field Trip Chair\, at laurievoss25@gmail.com. When registering\, please provide your phone number in case of last-minute changes. \n  \nIf you wish to come up on Friday\, there are hotels in Porter\, Chesterton\, and Michigan City. We will cancel for severe weather so check communications.  \n  \nWhat: Lake Watch Experience \nWhen: A half-hour before dawn Central Time (about 5:45 am CT) until 10:00 am but participants may stay as long as they like. \nWhere: Marquette Park on Lake Michigan behind the Concession Stand on the dunes. \nRegister: Full event but to join wait list email laurievoss25@gmail.com 
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/september-lake-watch-experience/
LOCATION:Marquette Park\, 7132\, Oak Avenue\, 46403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Field Trips
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Join field trip leaders John Cassady and Richard Garrett for a Saturday at Lake Michigan to look for fall migrants. This is an opportunity for anyone curious or interested in how to do a lake watch to learn from two of the state’s most experienced lake watchers.  \n  \nFor those curious about what a lake watch is it is an opportunity to witness the southern movement of passerines shorebirds gulls waterfowl and if lucky witness the power and aerial maneuvering of a Jaeger. There are three possible Jaegers that have been viewed from Lake Michigan—Long-tailed Parasitic and Pomarine Jaeger. In September our best chance would be to see a Parasitic Jaeger. Pomarine Jaegers are seen in late fall if at all.  \n  \nThis field trip will take place on Saturday September 12 beginning a half hour before dawn and run until 10:00 am Central Time. Participants are welcome to stay longer if desired.  \n  \nPREPARATION & ACCESS CONSIDERATIONS: The terrain is sand dunes and difficult to walk on. A scope is necessary for this field trip as many of the birds will be far out into the lake. Be sure to bring sunscreen water food and possibly a folding chair. You can stand or sit and use a scope as well. Plan for many stationary hours in the sun and weather and expect the air temperature to be 10 degrees cooler than inland. \n  \n Meet at Marquette Park on the sand dune behind the concession stand if weather is agreeable. If there is a strong wind we will meet on the east side of the concession stand. Parking is along the side of the road that parallels the lakefront. This year the parking is quite expensive and requires an app to park there. \n  \nTo help with the expense participants can carpool if desired by meeting at the Flying J Travel Center on IN 51 and I 94 in Lake Station. It is about 10 minutes from Marquette Park.  \nThis address is: 1401 Ripley Street Lake Station IN 46405. I would suggest meeting there at 5:30 am CT. Parking here should not be an issue but I would park away from the entrance to the building. \n  \nREGISTRATION: There is a maximum of 8 people who can register for this trip. BACI(ABAS) members will have priority until August 15 but don’t hesitate to sign up if you are interested as non-members are first come first serve. This event is full but to get on the wait list email Laurie Voss Field Trip Chair at laurievoss25@gmail.com. When registering please provide your phone number in case of last-minute changes. \n  \nIf you wish to come up on Friday there are hotels in Porter Chesterton and Michigan City. We will cancel for severe weather so check communications.  \n  \nWhat: Lake Watch Experience \nWhen: A half-hour before dawn Central Time (about 5:45 am CT) until 10:00 am but participants may stay as long as they like. \nWhere: Marquette Park on Lake Michigan behind the Concession Stand on the dunes. \nRegister: Full event but to join wait list email laurievoss25@gmail.com ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7132:geo:-87.2529475,41.6202764
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SUMMARY:Lye Creek Prairie Burn Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 17\, 2026 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am \n  \nThe flooding from the heavy rains in August caused The Burn to close for a time due to high water there\, but it has reopened as of this writing. The water has receded but may still offer some waterfowl or shorebirds this year at Lye Creek Prairie Burn aka “The Burn” for the fall field trip there on October 17\, 2026 from 8:30-11:00am. We are glad to have hike leader Nick Kiehl back for the field trip to “The Burn” in search of fall sparrows\, migrant waterfowl\, and possible shorebirds. \n  \nREGISTRATION: The field trip is limited to 12 people and registration is required. Priority registration is available to ABAS/BACI members until September 17\, but non-members should sign up early\, as once registration is open\, it will be first come first serve. When you sign up\, please indicate whether you are a member or not and your phone number. The phone number is in case of cancelation if the weather is too severe. To register\, email Laurie Voss at laurievoss25@gmail.com. \n  \nPREPARATION & ACCESS CONSIDERATIONS: The mowed grass trail terrain ranges from flat to uneven. The ground can be muddy in some areas which may make hiking difficult\, and is not wheelchair accessible. Hiking shoes will help with the terrain. There is a small shelter with a roof and benches near the bird feeders. Please note that there are no restroom facilities on the property\, and all trails are exposed to direct sun.  \n  \nLOCATION: The participants will meet at The Burn at 8:30 am in the parking lot. The Burn is on County Road 650 N in Montgomery County near Crawfordsville. To get there from I74 take the US 231 exit and go north just under 3 miles to County Road 550 N. Turn right on County Road 550 N for just over a mile to County Road 150 E. Turn left on County Road 150 E and continue to County Road 650 N. Turn right on County Road 650 N for less than a mile to The Burn which will be on your right. Look for the tree line that runs north and south. The GPS coordinates are: 40.135048\, -86.863575 \n  \nWhat: Lye Creek Prairie Burn Field Trip for sparrows\, migrant waterfowl\, and possible shorebirds.  \nWhen: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026 from 8:30 – 11:00 am  \nWhere: Lye Creek Prairie Burn\, Montgomery County \nRegistration: laurievoss25@gmail.com
URL:https://www.birdallianceofcentralindiana.org/event/lye-creek-prairie-burn-field-trip-3/
LOCATION:Lye Creek Prairie Burn\, 240 East County Road 650 North\, Cherry Grove\, IN\, 47933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Field Trips
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Saturday October 17 2026 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am \n  \nThe flooding from the heavy rains in August caused The Burn to close for a time due to high water there but it has reopened as of this writing. The water has receded but may still offer some waterfowl or shorebirds this year at Lye Creek Prairie Burn aka “The Burn” for the fall field trip there on October 17 2026 from 8:30-11:00am. We are glad to have hike leader Nick Kiehl back for the field trip to “The Burn” in search of fall sparrows migrant waterfowl and possible shorebirds. \n  \nREGISTRATION: The field trip is limited to 12 people and registration is required. Priority registration is available to ABAS/BACI members until September 17 but non-members should sign up early as once registration is open it will be first come first serve. When you sign up please indicate whether you are a member or not and your phone number. The phone number is in case of cancelation if the weather is too severe. To register email Laurie Voss at laurievoss25@gmail.com. \n  \nPREPARATION & ACCESS CONSIDERATIONS: The mowed grass trail terrain ranges from flat to uneven. The ground can be muddy in some areas which may make hiking difficult and is not wheelchair accessible. Hiking shoes will help with the terrain. There is a small shelter with a roof and benches near the bird feeders. Please note that there are no restroom facilities on the property and all trails are exposed to direct sun.  \n  \n The participants will meet at The Burn at 8:30 am in the parking lot. The Burn is on County Road 650 N in Montgomery County near Crawfordsville. To get there from I74 take the US 231 exit and go north just under 3 miles to County Road 550 N. Turn right on County Road 550 N for just over a mile to County Road 150 E. Turn left on County Road 150 E and continue to County Road 650 N. Turn right on County Road 650 N for less than a mile to The Burn which will be on your right. Look for the tree line that runs north and south. The GPS coordinates are: 40.135048 -86.863575 \n  \nWhat: Lye Creek Prairie Burn Field Trip for sparrows migrant waterfowl and possible shorebirds.  \nWhen: Saturday October 17 2026 from 8:30 – 11:00 am  \nWhere: Lye Creek Prairie Burn Montgomery County \nRegistration: laurievoss25@gmail.com;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=240 East County Road 650 North:geo:-86.863575,40.135048
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