Summit Lake Spring Waterfowl Field Trip

Join Indiana Audubon for a morning of early spring birding among the often productive waterfowl haven found at Summit Lake State Park, in east central Indiana. Summit Lake covers 2,680 acres, including an 800-acre lake. The park is a mix of woodlands, old fields, wetlands, and prairie restoration areas which provide a wide range of flora and fauna. More than 100 species of birds reside in the park, and the area is popular among photographers and bird watchers.

The field trip is planned for those that have some waterfowl ID experience and are seeking to improve your ID skills. Registered participants will meet at 9:00 AM at the north boat ramp parking area. Simply turn right once you’re in the park and follow the road to the boat ramp.

In recent years, a good variety of waterfowl can be present on the sheltered lake including Bufflehead, Mergansers, Scaup, Ruddy Ducks, and more. We will also drive the nearby areas of the park in search of early migrants and raptors.

Registration is required and limited to 20 participants. Event tickets are $5 per person for Indiana Audubon members and $15 per person for non-members.

This outing includes short walking distances on paved and well maintained gravel paths within Summit Lake State Park. Most viewing can be done from parking lots, and with spotting scopes. Accessible restrooms are available near the main parking areas.

Admission to all Indiana State Parks are $7 for Indiana resident vehicles, and $9 for out-of-state vehicles. Event tickets cost $5 per person for Indiana Audubon members and $15 per person for non-members.

For any questions about this event email [email protected] or call 765-205-1255.

Wood Duck photo by Jason Jablonski

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