Tributes to Dr. John Munshower
A collection of tributes to honor the life and legacy of Dr. John Munshower.
Indiana Young Birders Network
The Indiana Young Birders Network (IYBN) is a free Indiana Audubon Society (IAS) and Amos Butler Audubon Society (ABAS) sponsored community that began in 2022. We are working to connect Indiana youth birders and nature enthusiasts alike to the birding world.
Holliday Park Monthly Bird Walk
Holliday Park, Indianapolis, is host for the monthly Amos Butler Audubon Society led bird walks. These take place on the third Tuesday of each month. On January 17, past ABAS President Rob Ripma led 12 birders on the 90-minute bird walk thru the park.
Indiana Lakefront Field Trip
Seven diehard birders arrived at Washington Park in Michigan City for a morning of birding. The group was led by Scott Enochs, experienced field trip leader and Indiana Audubon Society board member.
Winter Finches – Color in the Grey
It seems to be well understood that once the holiday hype passes, most of us are left with a winter emptiness. The air has a chill and fallen leaves have left the trees bare and vulnerable. It's time for the winter finches. Read on to see what might be in store for us this winter.
Meet Chandler Roberts
Chandler Roberts joined the Board in September in anticipation of taking over Birdathon on January 1. Taking over from Donna McCarty is a tough act to follow. However, Chandler is well-positioned to succeed.
Audubon Great Lakes Advocacy Day
Learn about how you can make a difference for birds by participating in the Audubon Great Lakes Advocacy Day, which takes place on January 30, 2023 at the Indiana Statehouse.
Donna McCarty Retiring as Birdathon Chair
There probably aren’t enough superlatives to describe what Donna has accomplished during her tenure as Birdathon Chair. Over $800,000 in donations that have been granted to worthy recipients over 37 events. How did all this get started?
Goose Pond FWA Field Trip
Nine birders joined field trip leaders Logan and Kristina Lakins for an afternoon of birding at Goose Pond FWA.
Coxhall Gardens Project
Thanks to collaborative funds from National Audubon Society, in 2022 ABAS was able to sponsor a bird friendly “pocket garden” at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel.