BIRD FEST | Spring Evening Accessible Birding | Eagle Creek
Eagle Creek Park • 7840 West 56th Street Indianapolis, IN 46254 Organized by Indianapolis Parks & Recreation DepartmentAbout this event
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Description
Come join local birder Olivia Bautch for an evening of birding for every body! Evenings are a special time to observe many birds as they become active before roosting for the night. The prairie on the west side of Eagle Creek Park is the perfect habitat for many elusive species such as Henslow’s Sparrow and Blue Grosbeaks, as well as fan-favorites like Red-headed Woodpecker and warblers. This outing is open to all ages and all levels of birders! 10 people maximum, FREE with West Side gate admission ($6) but pre-registration is required.
This accessible outing will take place on the Eagle’s Crest one-mile ADA Loop Trail and will last one hour. We will travel at a slow pace, with many opportunities to stop and enjoy the birds. We will remain within the first .3 miles of the loop, but both pace and distance can be adjusted based on the needs of the group. Van-accessible parking and one chair-accessible portable restroom is available near the trailhead. Binoculars will be available for loan; please remember to bring all other gear and aids necessary to enjoy this outing.
The Eagle’s Crest location is less populated and noisy than most of the park, and an evening outing will allow for observation of active birds without the overwhelm of a dawn chorus. There is a clear line of sight throughout the loop. The outing is also scheduled for the evening to minimize exposure to heat, humidity, and peak sunlight. We will be exploring a grassland, so please bring any hats, sunglasses or other necessary gear. For detailed accessibility information of the trail, please visit the Birdability Site Review linked here.
Please feel free to reach out with any specific accommodation needs you have! Call the Ornithology Center at 317-327-2473 or email Olivia at falcon_515@outlook.com
This program is part of the 8th Annual Birding Festival taking place at Eagle Creek Park Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11. Search "Bird Fest" for the full schedule!
Age Category
All Ages
Location
Eagle's Crest ADA trail parking - 7201 Fishback Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46278