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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.1
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-1-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.1
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-1/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk at Oliver’s Woods with White River Docents
DESCRIPTION:Walk Oliver’s Woods with our White River Steward and docents to see the preserve’s wildflowers in bloom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOliver’s Woods is home to many spring wildflowers\, including an impressive display of native wild hyacinths. Enjoy a stroll through this riverine preserve to see what’s blooming in May. \nAll Ages \n\n\nFree of Charge – RSVP Required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). Wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check your email for updates.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and meet staff on foot in front of the house.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-olivers-woods-with-white-river-docents-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk at Oliver’s Woods with White River Docents
DESCRIPTION:Walk Oliver’s Woods with our White River Steward and docents to see the preserve’s wildflowers in bloom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOliver’s Woods is home to many spring wildflowers\, including an impressive display of native wild hyacinths. Enjoy a stroll through this riverine preserve to see what’s blooming in May. \nAll Ages \n\n\nFree of Charge – RSVP Required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective). Wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty.\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check your email for updates.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and meet staff on foot in front of the house.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wildflower-walk-at-olivers-woods-with-white-river-docents/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at White River Bluffs 5.15
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in a nature preserve! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy hike over a flat terrain trail.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nWhite River Bluffs Nature Preserve is located adjacent to Highland Golf and Country Club. Parking is by the tennis courts to the north of the club house. Our staff will meet you there. See attached map.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-white-river-bluffs-5-15/
LOCATION:White River Bluffs\, 1050 West 52nd Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at White River Bluffs 5.15
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in a nature preserve! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy hike over a flat terrain trail.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nWhite River Bluffs Nature Preserve is located adjacent to Highland Golf and Country Club. Parking is by the tennis courts to the north of the club house. Our staff will meet you there. See attached map.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-white-river-bluffs-5-15-2/
LOCATION:White River Bluffs\, 1050 West 52nd Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Indiana’s Amazing Amphibians & Reptiles\, Featuring Jim Horton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In May\, we’re featuring amphibians and reptiles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**This event is wait-listed.**\n\nJoin Jim Horton\, president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, to learn about Indiana’s many amphibians and reptiles. We will gather at the Daugherty House for a presentation and a live animal display. After the presentation\, we’ll walk the woods to listen and search for reptiles and amphibians that live in the nature preserve. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\n\n\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: \nJim Horton is president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, a nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of all reptiles and amphibians. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/indianas-amazing-amphibians-reptiles-featuring-jim-horton-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Indiana’s Amazing Amphibians & Reptiles\, Featuring Jim Horton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Golden Hour Summer Series at Oliver’s Woods. In May\, we’re featuring amphibians and reptiles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**This event is wait-listed.**\n\nJoin Jim Horton\, president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, to learn about Indiana’s many amphibians and reptiles. We will gather at the Daugherty House for a presentation and a live animal display. After the presentation\, we’ll walk the woods to listen and search for reptiles and amphibians that live in the nature preserve. \n\nAll Ages\n\n\nRSVP is required. The event is limited to 25 people\, including children over 2 years old.\n\n\nTickets are limited to 4 per reservation.\n\nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nIf you have a headlamp\, please bring it. We will have a few available to share with the group.\n\n\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\n\n\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\n\nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time. \nMore Information: \nJim Horton is president of the Hoosier Herpetological Society\, a nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of all reptiles and amphibians. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany thanks to our Golden Hour sponsor\, Robert Dietrick Company\, for making this series possible!
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/indianas-amazing-amphibians-reptiles-featuring-jim-horton/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Betley Woods - 5.22
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching at Betley Woods in Johnson County! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages (note the trails are considered moderate) \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nTrails are considered moderate and might not be suitable for all hikers.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nBring a water bottle\, preferably refillable.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nWe will meet at the hayfield across from 2960 County Rd 750 S\, Trafalgar. (After making the turn onto 750 South\, pull into the hayfield directly across from this address\, next to a brown barn labeled “Split Acre Farms.”) \nMap: \nHere is a map detailing how to get to our gathering place. \nTrail development was made possible thanks to the generosity of the Johnson County Community Foundation and the state’s Next Level Trails program\, in partnership with the Indiana Wildlife Federation.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-betley-woods-5-22-2/
LOCATION:Betley Woods at Glacier’s End\, W 750 South\, Trafalgar\, IN\, 46181\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Betley Woods - 5.22
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching at Betley Woods in Johnson County! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages (note the trails are considered moderate) \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nTrails are considered moderate and might not be suitable for all hikers.\nDress in long pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nBring a water bottle\, preferably refillable.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nWe will meet at the hayfield across from 2960 County Rd 750 S\, Trafalgar. (After making the turn onto 750 South\, pull into the hayfield directly across from this address\, next to a brown barn labeled “Split Acre Farms.”) \nMap: \nHere is a map detailing how to get to our gathering place. \nTrail development was made possible thanks to the generosity of the Johnson County Community Foundation and the state’s Next Level Trails program\, in partnership with the Indiana Wildlife Federation.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-betley-woods-5-22/
LOCATION:Betley Woods at Glacier’s End\, W 750 South\, Trafalgar\, IN\, 46181\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.29
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-29/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning with the Birds at Oliver's Woods - 5.29
DESCRIPTION:Join an expert birder to go birdwatching in Oliver’s Woods Nature Preserve! \nCentral Indiana Land Trust’s nature preserves offer a safe harbor for countless bird species. We’re teaming up with expert birder Rob Ripma\, co-owner of Sabrewing Nature Tours\, for this series. This is a rare chance to enjoy guided birding tours of our region’s most biodiverse places. Join us in searching for migratory birds and year-round avian residents. We will likely train our binoculars on waterbirds\, orioles\, bluebirds\, flycatchers\, raptors\, migratory warblers—and many more. \nWe’ll visit a variety of nature preserves\, exploring woodlands\, meadows\, streams\, and river frontage managed by Central Indiana Land Trust. \nAll are welcome\, including people with no birding experience. The best way to get started is to go with a seasoned guide like Rob. \nAll ages \nRSVP required \nWhat to Expect and Bring: \n\nEasy\, 0.6-mile hike over a flat\, loop trail.\nScope or binoculars. We will have a small quantity to share with the group.\nDress for the weather and be sure to wear pants thick enough to stand up to thorns\, brush\, poison ivy\, ticks\, and mosquitos (unfortunately leggings aren’t very protective).\nWear closed-toed shoes that can stand up to mud.\nNo restrooms available on site.\nIn case of inclement weather\, check email for updates.\n\nMore Information: \nRob Ripma and Sabrewing Nature Tours: sabrewingtours.com/guides/ \n“I’ve been birding in Indiana since I was a teenager and can say without a doubt that there’s no more thrilling time to birdwatch in our state than during spring migration. During the month of May\, the pace of migration picks up\, and there are new and amazing things to see every day. CILTI properties and other local natural areas are stopover sites that are critical to birds’ ability to feed and prepare for their next flight north.” –Rob Ripma\, in “The Greatest Spectacle in Birding\,” written for our spring 2021 newsmagazine \nDirections: \nOliver’s Woods is located at 8825 River Road Indianapolis\, Indiana. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to I-465 and follow the trail to the discussion circle. Please plan to arrive on time.
URL:https://conservingindiana.org/event/wednesday-morning-with-the-birds-at-olivers-woods-5-29-2/
LOCATION:Oliver’s Woods\, 8825 River Road\, Indianapolis\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Indiana Land Trust":MAILTO:sfox@conservingindiana.org
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