The Indiana Audubon Society is pleased to offer a shorebird identification workshop, followed by a field portion to view shorebirds at Goose Pond FWA. The indoor portion will be led by Geoffrey Williamson on August 2 at Cool Creek Park.  One week later, we'll travel to Goose Pond to put our new found shorebird knowledge to the test.  Get more information, or to register, here!

The IAS Fall Festival is returning to the Indiana Dunes, October 4-6, 2013.  This year, a special rate has been secured for members wishing to stay nearby in Chesterton, IN.  The rates and rooms are being held at the Best Western Indian Oaks under the group name "DNR."  All reservations for this event will be made by calling the hotel directly.  The hotel number is (219) 926-2200 or toll free (800) 552-4232.  For more information on the hotel, visit their website here.  We hope to see you in October!

The Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary is asking for your support.

Imagine yourself wanting to attend one the spring meetings with all of the glorious birds and wildflowers on display at the sanctuary, but at some point in life, sleeping on the hard ground and hiking to the outhouse just doesn’t sound as idyllic as it once did.  Consider an alternative in which Markle Barn has comfortable sleeping quarters.  Or, picture the crabapple promenade near the bluebird meadow.  The trees lining this peaceful walkway have suffered in recent years and should be replaced with young, vigorous new starts.  Or, thinking of the youth of Indiana, envision a funded sanctuary director who would organize living-classroom teaching, create programs for wildlife study, and encourage guided field trips, exposing and developing the many fascinating and beautiful features of our 700+ acres. 

Find out how to donate!