# Event Details - **Event Name**: Leading Bird Walks: Spicer Lake Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn to guide bird walks people enjoy by perfecting group dynamics, shared views, and smooth pacing in this free, hands-on workshop.About this EventLearn how to keep a bird walk moving smoothly and enjoyably for every participant. We meet at 10 a.m. ET/9 a.m CT inside the Spicer Lake Nature Center for an interactive hour on planning, group dynamics, pacing, safety, and guiding tools. We'll spend the next 90-120 minutes outdoors, rotating into the lead and receiving real-time coaching, so you leave ready to guide bird walks for Indiana Audubon or your local parks.Attentive guides notice how the group is feeling, keep encouragement flowing, and describe each bird so clearly that every pair of binoculars finds it. This workshop sharpens those skills through hands-on practice, and once you complete it you'll be eligible for Indiana Audubon leader stipends if you later lead your first outings with us as a new guide.This free session is presented in partnership with the St. Joseph County Parks. Attendees can learn more about Indiana Audubon's Bird Ambassador Guide Program.About the InstructorYour instructor is Sarah Barnes, Indiana Dunes Project Owlnet Coordinator for Indiana Audubon. Sarah bands Northern Saw-whet Owls at the Dunes station each fall, guides field trips at the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival, and brings a field-biologist background that includes research on Dark-eyed Juncos in California and Mountain and Western Bluebirds in Montana. Her passion is helping people connect with birds through hands-on experiences.Park AdmissionEntry to Spicer Lake Nature Center is free.RegistrationThe workshop is free with park admission, but registration is required and capped at 15 participants. If your plans change, please let us know so someone else can attend.If you use Apple's "Hide My Email" feature, forwarding may stop after 30 days, which can block event correspondence. Use a regular email to make sure you receive all event info. We do not add you to our mailing list unless you opt in during registration.Terms and ConditionsBy registering for this field trip, you agree to Indiana Audubon's In-State Field Trip Terms and Conditions. Please review the complete terms before registering.AccessibilitySpicer Lake Nature Preserve offers a paved path from the lot that reaches the boardwalk on Spicer Lake. Other loops are soft-surface woodland trails with occasional roots and short grades. The Nature Center is wheelchair accessible.QuestionsEmail info@indianaaudubon.org or call 765-205-1255 with any questions about this event. If you require accommodations to participate, contact us as early as possible; while we may not be able to meet every request, we will make every reasonable effort to do so. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-carlisle/leading-bird-walks-spicer-lake-workshop/100001982892425623 - **Event Categories**: workshops, festivals, music, art, crafts, trips-adventures, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Spicer Lake Nature Preserve - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 50, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New Carlisle - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Spicer Lake Nature Preserve - **lat**: 41.754602 - **long**: -86.5226079 - **full address**: Spicer Lake Nature Preserve, 50840 County Line Road, New Carlisle, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Leading Bird Walks: Spicer Lake Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0ff8db6642b015b70d8a45789bdcf3692995889db6f5e147a5911d538bd6cd1b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc183828-gmir.jpg?v=1786705569 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Leading Bird Walks: Spicer Lake Workshop being held? - **A:** Leading Bird Walks: Spicer Lake Workshop takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Spicer Lake Nature Preserve, 50840 County Line Road, New Carlisle, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Leading Bird Walks: Spicer Lake Workshop? - **A:** Leading Bird Walks: Spicer Lake Workshop is organized by Indiana Audubon Society. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Indiana Audubon Society's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Indiana Audubon Society a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Indiana Audubon Society has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Leading Bird Walks: Spicer Lake Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Carlisle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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