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Teter Retreat and Organic Farm Recap

On September 17, 2022, eight birders gathered at 8:00 am at Teter Retreat and Organic Farm in Noblesville for a morning of birding. Earlier this year towards the end of April, several ABAS volunteers partnered with members from the Indiana Wildlife Federation and volunteers from Teter Retreat to canvass the 120-acre property and identify the bird species present. We were so impressed with the diversity of vegetation that we scheduled an ABAS fall field trip there to coincide with the fall bird migration.

Teter Retreat and Organic Farm RecapLogan Lakins2022-09-21T20:06:20-04:00

Strawtown Koteewi Park Fall Trip Recap

On September 10, 2022, a small, but enthusiastic group of birders, joined field trip leader Terry Ballenger for a morning of birding at Strawtown Koteewi Park. The weather was ideal. It was sunny with little to no wind, making it easier to spot the fast-moving birds hunting for breakfast.

Strawtown Koteewi Park Fall Trip RecapTed Meyer2022-09-19T19:13:16-04:00

ABAS Welcomes Three New Directors

Please join us in welcoming three new Directors to the Board of ABAS. Logan Lakins, Sam Newkirk, and Chandler Roberts were elected to three year positions at the September membership meeting and program.

ABAS Welcomes Three New DirectorsTed Meyer2022-09-16T13:12:41-04:00

Becoming a Bird Trainer

Jenna McElroy is a Certified Professional Bird Trainer. What does that mean? In this month's feature article learn from Jenna what that means and how she got there.

Becoming a Bird TrainerTed Meyer2022-08-31T12:18:29-04:00

Global Big Day October 8

It’s your opportunity to celebrate birds by participating in this event sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Wherever you go on October 8, take a few minutes to observe birds.

Global Big Day October 8Logan Lakins2022-08-22T19:05:23-04:00

Indiana’s Whooping Cranes: A Brief History and Call to Action

Learn more about Whooping Cranes in Indiana and what the International Crane Foundation is doing to help them.

Indiana’s Whooping Cranes: A Brief History and Call to ActionTed Meyer2022-08-01T19:03:07-04:00

Birding Johnson County

Learn about Stephen and Susan Nawrocki's recommendations for birding in Johnson County.

Birding Johnson CountyTed Meyer2022-07-18T18:54:09-04:00

Announcing the 2022 Birdathon Species Count Champs

With all the 2022 Birdathon teams reporting in, we have a new first-time winner for the honor of Species Count Champs — the Noddy Little Gulls! Congratulations to all of the Birdathon teams and sincere gratitude to all of their sponsors who have made donations to fund the 2022 Birdathon grants.

Announcing the 2022 Birdathon Species Count ChampsTed Meyer2022-06-30T20:43:36-04:00

Eagle Creek Celebrates 50 Years

Eagle Creek Park is celebrating its 50-year anniversary on June 10. Admission that day is $1, and there is a free concert with food trucks at the beach starting at 5:30 pm. Eagle Creek Park is a 5,300-acre park blessed with a variety of habitats that make for excellent birding all year. One can see 30+ warbler species during spring and fall migration, lots of waterfowl, forest and grassland species, and even shorebirds when the reservoir levels are right. Eagles once again nest in the park.

Eagle Creek Celebrates 50 YearsTed Meyer2022-05-31T06:29:04-04:00

The Harmful Effects of Mosquito Fogging

In the past few years in Indianapolis, the number of companies promising to rid backyards of mosquitos has gone up dramatically. Read on to see what Mary Ellen Gadski has learned about the harmful effects on ourselves and the birds.

The Harmful Effects of Mosquito FoggingTed Meyer2022-05-29T22:51:05-04:00