Bird Alliance of Central Indiana

Great Blue Heron Rookery Programs
2018-04-26 16:00 - 17:30, 2018-04-21 15:00 - 16:30, 2018-04-11 15:30 - 17:00, 2018-04-07 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | 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

Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hikes
2018-04-25 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-04-22 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-04-18 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-04-11 08:30 - 10:00, 2018-04-08 08:30 - 10:00 | 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.

Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab
2018-04-25 08:00 - 11:00, 2018-04-18 08:00 - 11:00, 2018-04-11 08:00 - 11:00, 2018-04-04 08:00 - 11:00 | Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46222, United States
The Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sightings being recorded since 2002. No experience is necessary, and the hike will be led by one of our very own bird experts at Marian. The only things that are necessary are binoculars and a little bit of patience!
Meet at the St. Francis statue next to Allison Mansion on the north end of campus at 8 a.m., every Wednesday from March 14 to May 2. We will head into the EcoLab shortly after. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable shoes. No reservation is required. Contact David Benson, dbenson@marian.edu, with questions.

Z'Green Fest
2018-04-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Zionsville Christian Church, 120 N 9th St, Zionsville, IN, 46077, United States
ABAS will be exhibiting at the Zionsville Christian Church where the Boone County Voices for Change (BCVC) Environmental Committee is hosting Zionsville’s 12th annual Z’GreenFest. This year’s Earth/Arbor day festival will take place in the parking lot, near Zionsville’s Rails to Trails walkway with the potential to move the event inside if there is inclement weather. BCVC is excited to have a new location and new hosts which infuses new energy into the event this year!
This event is free and open to the public. They will have interactive activities for children, educational exhibitors, and live animal demonstrations and discussions.

Eagle Creek - Bird Hikes
2018-04-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-04-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-04-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2018-04-01 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.

Ft. Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
2018-04-22 08:00 - 10:00, 2018-04-15 08:00 - 10:00, 2018-04-08 08:00 - 10:00, 2018-04-01 08:00 - 10:00 | Fort Harrison State Park, 6000 North Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46216, United States
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 Delaware Lake parking lot. For more information, contact Don at dongorney@yahoo.com.

Earth Day Indiana Festival
2018-04-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Military Park at White River State Park, 601 West New York St, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
ABAS will be exhibiting at this wonderful annual event. Come see us at historic Military Park at White River State Park. Come to the festival for local food vendors, kid’s activities, over 125 exhibitors, live music, and a 5K run/walk.

Holliday Park Bird Hike
2018-04-17 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!

Thornwood Nature Preserve Bird Hike
2018-04-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Thornwood Nature Preserve, 1597 South Morristown Pike, 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!

A Journey to the Bottom of the World
2018-04-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Holliday Park Nature Center, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States
Join Lynea Hinchman, of La Porte County, Indiana, for A Journey to the Bottom of the World. Antarctica, the White Continent, is a wealth of wildlife and wonder. Imagine walking among penguins or being within feet of nesting Albatross or on a beach covered with Elephant Seals or having your dinner interrupted by a pod of Orcas on a feeding frenzy. Join ABAS and Lynea as we take a brief journey to this vast world of breathtaking beauty and amazing wildlife spectacles.
Lynea Hinchman has been birding for more than 35 years. While she is a local expert in the Indiana Dunes, she is a world birder and has birded on all seven continents. Her travels permit her to photograph birds as well as other fauna and flora. Over the years, she has enjoyed sharing her photos and stories with birding groups throughout in Indiana and its surrounding states.

Smith’s Longspur Field Trip – Lye Creek Prairie Burn
2018-04-08 08:00 - 13:00 | Lye Creek Prairie Burn – Meet Old Marsh, Indianapolis, IN, 46052, United States
Join Amy Hodson on a trip to the Lye Creek Prairie Burn (aka “The Burn”) in search of migrating Smith’s Longspurs. The Burn is located in Montgomery County and is the most reliable place for viewing Smith’s Longspurs in Indiana, as the property is managed specifically for them. We will meet at 8 a.m. at the Marsh parking lot, located at 6965 W. 38th Street in Indianapolis, and carpool to The Burn. While in the area, we will also seek out any raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds that may be present. Participants can expect to return to Indianapolis around 1 p.m. Please contact Amy at aehodson@gmail.com if you have any questions. Registration is not required and the event is open to everyone.

Owl Prowl & Woodcock Walk
2018-04-04 20:00 - 21:30 | Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46222, United States
Join us for an early spring night hike to learn about woodcock, owls, and other native Indiana wildlife active in the spring! Come out to the NMP EcoLab to enjoy an evening hike looking for owls, woodcock, and to see the handiwork of our resident beaver colony. We’ll start with a hike at dusk, looking and listening for the elaborate aerial displays and calls of the woodcock that reside in the EcoLab, do some owl calling, and look for other signs of early spring wildlife activity. We’ll learn about owl adaptations and the role of owls in the ecosystem, and will learn some really cool facts about woodcock too.
All ages welcome and encouraged! Bring flashlight, binoculars, and dress appropriately for the weather since we will be outside.
Parking is available near the Allison Mansion and in the Marian Hall lot across from Allison Mansion. We will meet at the St. Francis statue on the west side of the mansion, and then head down to the EcoLab shortly after.
This event is free and family friendly! Registration is not required, but is appreciated. You can register here. Questions can be directed to Stephanie Schuck, sschuck@marian.edu.

Strawtown Koteewi Park Beginning Bird Hikes
2018-04-04 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!

Southeastway Park Bird Hike
2018-04-02 09:10 - 11:10 | Southeastway Park, 5624 South Carroll Rd, New Palestine, IN, 46163, United States
Come explore Southeastway Park during spring migration. Join Theresa Wilson every Monday in April and May. This is a family friendly, beginner to intermediate nature walk, weather permitting. Don’t forget bug spray and sunblock!
Meet at the Nature Center at Southeastway Park. For more information, call 317-327-2473.
