Marc Milne: Spider anatomy, evolution, and behavior

Marc Milne is a Professor of Biology at the University of Indianapolis who specializes on sheet-web spider (Linyphiidae) taxonomy and biodiversity. In this presentation, Marc will give an overview of spider anatomy, evolution, and behavior. He will also discuss aspects ......More

Marc Milne is a Professor of Biology at the University of Indianapolis who specializes on sheet-web spider (Linyphiidae) taxonomy and biodiversity. In this presentation, Marc will give an overview of spider anatomy, evolution, and behavior. He will also discuss aspects of the most common spiders in Indiana and what to look for when you’re out in the field.

Holliday Park Nature Center, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States

Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hike

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist and other guest leaders Sunday and......More

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist 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.

Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC)

Join hike leader Becky Heck for the Great Backyard Bird Count which is a citizen science initiative that takes place over four days in February. The initiative, a collaboration between Cornell Lab of Ornithology, National Audubon Society, and Birds Canada, uses the data......More

Join hike leader Becky Heck for the Great Backyard Bird Count which is a citizen science initiative that takes place over four days in February. The initiative, a collaboration between Cornell Lab of Ornithology, National Audubon Society, and Birds Canada, uses the data to better understand the global populations of birds. This year our field trip will take place on Saturday, February 14, where you can show your “love” for birds by signing up and participating.   The hike will cover three sites on the northeast side of the city. The first is Hazel Landing Park, a mixed woodland and grassland area where the prairies could be good for hawks and sparrows. The next stop will be Prather Park, another mixed habitat location where woodland birds will be sought. And finally, the caravan will go to Founders Park which has a pond and more grasslands.   The event will run from 8:30 am to 11:00 am. Participants will meet at Hazel Landing Park located at 10601 Hazel Dell Pkwy, Carmel, IN 46033. Be sure to dress for the weather.   There is a limit of 10 participants, and ABAS members will get priority until January 14. Non-members should sign up early as they will be taken first come, first serve. To sign up, please email Laurie Voss at [email protected]. Please include your phone number when emailing.   What: Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) When: Saturday, February 14 from 8:30 am to 11:00 am Where: Hazel Landing Park — 10601 Hazel Dell Pkwy, Carmel, IN 46033 Prather Park — 12575 River Rd, Carmel, IN 46033 Founders Park — 11675 Hazel Dell Pkwy, Carmel, IN 46033

Hazel Landing Park, 10601 Hazel Dell Parkway, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Cool Creek Bird Hike

Join expert birder Keith Starling each Saturday for a hike through Cool Creek. No registration is required. Meet in the north parking lot past the Nature Center.

Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hike

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist and other guest leaders Sunday and......More

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist 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.

Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Eagle Creek Bird Hikes

Each Sunday year-round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet us at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.

Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States

Holliday Park Bird Hike

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!

Holliday Park Nature Center, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States

Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hike

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist and other guest leaders Sunday and......More

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist 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.

Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Cool Creek Bird Hike

Join expert birder Keith Starling each Saturday for a hike through Cool Creek. No registration is required. Meet in the north parking lot past the Nature Center.

Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Eagle Creek Bird Hikes

Each Sunday year-round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet us at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.

Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States

Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hike

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist and other guest leaders Sunday and......More

Birds are fascinating and watching them can be an awe-inspiring experience. Catching a glimpse of these gorgeous creatures can be frustrating. Learning how to identify all of them can be overwhelming Join a Hamilton Co Parks Naturalist 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.

Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Cool Creek Bird Hike

Join expert birder Keith Starling each Saturday for a hike through Cool Creek. No registration is required. Meet in the north parking lot past the Nature Center.

Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States

Eagle Creek Bird Hikes

Each Sunday year-round at Eagle Creek Park. Meet us at 9:00 am at the Ornithology Center. This event is free, though a gate fee to Eagle Creek Park applies.

Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States