Bird Alliance of Central Indiana

Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hikes
2018-07-25 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-07-18 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-07-15 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-07-11 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-07-01 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-06-27 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-06-20 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-06-17 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates | Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States
Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures, however, can be frustrating and learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming! Join our naturalist staff and other guest leaders Sunday and Wednesday mornings and we will learn together. This will be a great opportunity for birdwatchers of all levels. You may begin anytime during the season and come as often as you like. Pre-registration is not required. Don’t forget your binoculars!
These hikes meet in the north parking lot of Cool Creek Park, past the nature center.

Eagle Creek - Bird Hikes
2018-07-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-07-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-07-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-07-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-06-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-06-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-06-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-06-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States
Each Sunday year-round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center.
Free though gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.

Garfield Park Urban Bird Walks
2018-07-21 08:00 - 09:45, 2018-06-16 08:00 - 09:45 | Garfield Park Conservatory, 2432 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis, IN, 46203, 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. Meet at the Conservatory entrance. Registration is required and there is a cost of $5 per person. To register, visit indy.gov/playindy

Summer Bird Hike
2018-07-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Scott Starling Nature Sanctuary at Eagle Creek Park, 8571 Wilson Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States
Join Amy Hodson in search of summer nesting species at Scott Starling Nature Preserve and Eagle’s Crest in Marion County, Indiana. Both of these spots are located on the north side of Eagle Creek Park. The group will meet at Scott Starling Nature Preserve at 8:00 a.m. and will head over to Eagle’s Crest to finish out the morning. Targets include Indigo Bunting, Henslow’s Sparrow, Grasshopper Sparrow, Yellow-breasted Chat, Blue Grosbeak, Baltimore Oriole, and Orchard Oriole.
This event is free and open to the public. RSVP via email or Facebook. Contact Amy with questions at aehodosn@gmail.com.

Holliday Park Bird Hike
2018-07-17 08:00 - 09:30, 2018-06-19 08:00 - 09:30 | Holliday Park Nature Center, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States
Join us at Holliday Park for a bird hike through the woods and along the White River. Meet in front of the nature center. For more information call (317) 327-7180. Beginning birders welcome!

Beckenholdt Family Park
2018-07-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Beckenholdt Family Park, 2770 North Franklin St, Greenfield, IN, 46140, United States
Join the Greenfield Birders for a bird hike. Beginners are welcome.
These walks are opportunities to meet other birders, hopefully see new birds, have new experiences, and learn from each other. All walks will start at 8:00 am and dates are weather pending. You can keep up to date with any changes, rescheduling or local bird happenings at: www.facebook.com/groups/GreenfieldBirders. Feel free to join!

Brandywine Park Bird Hike
2018-06-23 08:00 | Brandywine Park, 900 East Davis Rd, Greenfield, IN, 46140, United States
Join the Greenfield Birders for a bird hike. Beginners are welcome.
These walks are opportunities to meet other birders, hopefully see new birds, have new experiences and learn from each other. All walks will start at 8:00 am and dates are weather pending. You can keep up to date with any changes, rescheduling, or local bird happenings at: www.facebook.com/groups/GreenfieldBirders. Feel free to join!

Thornwood Nature Preserve Bird Hike
2018-06-09 08:00 - 10:00 | Thornwood Nature Preserve, 1597 South Morristown Pike, Greenfield, IN, 46140, United States

Beers with Birders
2018-06-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Metazoa Brewing Company, 140 South College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46202
Join ABAS for an evening at Metazoa Brewing Company. We will meet from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm to collectively share our birding experiences and adventures at this informal gathering. This event is open to the public. Please email info@birdallianceofcentralindiana.org or RSVP to our event on Facebook if you plan to join us so we can be aware of how many will be attending.

Strawtown Koteewi Park Beginning Bird Hikes
2018-06-06 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-06-03 08:30 - 10:00 | Strawtown Koteewi Park, 12308 Strawtown Avenue, Noblesville, IN, 46060, United States
Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures, however, can be frustrating and learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming! Join our naturalist staff and we will learn together. This will be a great opportunity for birdwatchers of all levels.
Meet in the parking lot of the Taylor Center of Natural History.
Pre-registration is not required. Don’t forget your binoculars!

Great Blue Heron Rookery Programs
2018-06-01 15:30 - 17:00 | The Rookery Preserve, 25440 Scherer Ave, Arcadia, IN, 46030, United States
Join a naturalist at the Great Blue Heron rookery in Hamilton County. We will meet and stay at the Stoops Observation Deck and discuss details about the park. We will spend the majority of the time watching and talking about the Great Blue Herons, who should be busily courting and tending their nests. You are encouraged to bring binoculars, spotting scopes, and photography equipment. Some equipment will be available.
The event is free though Pre-registration is preferred.
Register by calling 317-774 -2574 or emailing amanda.smith@hamiltoncounty.in.gov
