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Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab

Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States

The Marian University Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sighted since 2000. The property contains a landscape designed by famous landscape architect Jens Jensen in 1911. The result of that design is a high quality natural area with lots of wetland, grassland, and lowland forest habitat. It’s a historical and ecological gem in the middle of the city! We will meet near the entrance to Allison Mansion at 8:00 a.m. every Wednesday. Parking is no trouble if you arrive just before 8:00 a.m. Bring binoculars and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet if it has rained recently.

Event Series CILTI Volunteer Day at Meltzer Woods

CILTI Volunteer Day at Meltzer Woods

CILTI Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve 1522 South County Road 600 East, Shelbyville, IN, United States

Join the Central Indiana Land Trust (CILTI) at Meltzer Woods as they work on invasive species control to protect this old growth forest in Shelbyville. Bring work gloves if you have them, and wear boots and long pants. If you don’t have gloves, CILTI will provide some. Please dress for the weather as we will work rain or shine. Registration is required.

Coffee – A History and Conservation

Holliday Park Nature Center 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Jessica Helmbold, ABAS Education Chair, loves coffee. Most people love coffee, though are most people as obsessed with coffee as she is? Jessica presents the history of coffee, and how to select and brew the best coffees. Clearing land for the production of staple crops such as bananas, pineapples, and coffee is one of the biggest threats to our rainforests. Coffee can grow in harmony with the rainforest. Learn how the small choices we make can make a difference. We will also sample different varieties of Rainforest Alliance coffees. Join us!

Whoop it Up! at Metazoa

Metazoa Brewing Company 140 South College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN

Join Metazoa Brewing Company for a special canning release party. They've brewed a beer especially for the Whooping Crane. Admission is free and 10% of can sales will go to the International Crane Foundation. There will be live music from David Evans and Byrne's Grilled Pizza food truck. Enjoy a beer and support the Whooping Cranes!

CILTI Thanksgiving Weekend Hike at Mossy Point

CILTI Mossy Point Nature Preserve 2732 Danforth Place,  Bloomingdale, IN, United States

Walk off your turkey and stuffing with CILTI as Executive Director Cliff Chapman leads us on a hike through this stunning Parke County nature preserve. Mossy Point’s dramatic high ridges offer views of beautiful Sugar Creek, where Bald Eagles often roost in winter months. This is a moderate hike with some slopes and hills. Participants should wear sturdy shoes for hiking on some slopes. Conditions may be muddy or wet. Space is limited for this hike, so please register.

Bird Walks in the Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab

Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States

The Marian University Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab is a wonderful place to bird watch, with over 165 different species sighted since 2000. The property contains a landscape designed by famous landscape architect Jens Jensen in 1911. The result of that design is a high quality natural area with lots of wetland, grassland, and lowland forest habitat. It’s a historical and ecological gem in the middle of the city! We will meet near the entrance to Allison Mansion at 8:00 a.m. every Wednesday. Parking is no trouble if you arrive just before 8:00 a.m. Bring binoculars and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet if it has rained recently.

Event Series CILTI Hike at Meltzer Woods

CILTI Hike at Meltzer Woods

CILTI Meltzer Woods Nature Preserve 1522 South County Road 600 East, Shelbyville, IN, United States

Join the Central Indiana Land Trust (CILTI) for a guided hike through the always compelling Meltzer Woods. CILTI’s stewardship specialist Joanna Woodruff will lead participants through this beautiful old growth forest just outside of Shelbyville. We will work on our bark identification and have some fun while learning about the trees at this nature preserve. This is an easy hike over level ground. Space is limited for this hike, so please register.

Event Series Beers with Birders

Beers with Birders

Ash & Elm Cider Co. 1301 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join the Amos Butler Audubon Society for an evening at Ash & Elm Cider Co. 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.