While the artists in this contest are younger than those who typically compete federally, the artwork was no less impressive. In fact, I was blown away by the talent of artists as young as 9 years old.
Inside Indiana’s Junior Duck Stamp Contest
A Hawkwatch Day: 4/17/26
Friday’s longshore count at Indiana Dunes State Park had a little extra juice. What started as a usual spring morning turned into a surprisingly strong raptor flight along the lakefront, with 94 species tallied over 7 hours and 20 minutes, including a Golden Eagle and a long list of...
March 2026 Longshore Migration Summary
While it seems like we’re knee deep in April’s transition to neo-tropical madness, it’s worth taking a look at the last month, which is always a wild weather ride. Spring came in waves at the Indiana Dunes State Park Longshore Tower this March. Over 14 count days, observers tallied...
Meet a Member: Evie Kirkwood
I’m an active volunteer for Shirley Heinze Land Trust, whose work protects natural areas in northwestern Indiana. I believe helping conserve and restore habitats is one of the best things we can do for birds and other wildlife.
A Tale of Two Fish Crows
A nearly four day north wind finally flipped this week, and allowed for a few days of south winds before shutting the door again for the weekend. However, this set the stage this week at the tower for a couple of interesting days at the Longshore Tower. Fish Crows...
Hoosiers for Whoopers: Youth Crane Birding Backpacks
With support of Indiana Audubon’s Mumford and Keller grant award, ICF distributed 18 “Birding Backpacks” throughout western and central Indiana to libraries, fish and wildlife areas, and nature centers.
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