Upcoming Programs

Our monthly programs are held in hybrid format–both face-to-face and online, via Zoom–on the third Wednesday of most months. In-person meetings are held at Ball State University’s Nature Lab, which is connected to the Rinard Orchid House. (Set your GPS for 2500 W. University Ave., Muncie. Turn north off of University, and at the “Y” go right.) Parking is available on the south side of the greenhouse and is free after 5 p.m. The building is wheelchair-accessible.

Zoom links are provided with each month’s program, and pre-registration is necessary. Some programs are recorded and can be viewed on our YouTube channel.

Winter meetings are subject to cancellation, in the case of inclement weather. For cancellations and updates, check the RCAS Facebook page and subscribe to our email list, at admin@cooperaudubon.org. Non-members are welcomed to all programs.

You can download a printable PDF of winter 2025/2026 programs and events and PDF of spring 2026 programs and events for easy reference!

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  What bird poop can reveal about microplastics
  Feb. 18 | 7 p.m. | BSU Nature Lab & Zoom Microplastics have become ubiquitous contaminants in our environments, with the potential to harm organisms,Continue reading “What bird poop can reveal about microplastics”
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  White River Freshwater Mussel Propagation Facility
  March 18 | 7-9 | BSU Nature Lab & Zoom On Wednesday, March 18, Laura Bowley will give a presentation entitled “The White River FreshwaterContinue reading “White River Freshwater Mussel Propagation Facility”
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  Good genes or good parenting: What’s preferred in a bird’s mate?
  Apr. 15 |  7 p.m.  |  BSU Nature Lab & Zoom For birds, choosing a mate can be a high-stakes decision, with impacts on bothContinue reading “Good genes or good parenting: What’s preferred in a bird’s mate?”
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  A link to the past: the Civilian Conservation Corps
  May 20 | 7 p.m. | BSU Nature Lab & Zoom Liz Marthaler, Assistant Property Manager at Mounds State Park, will discuss the Civilian Conservation CorpsContinue reading “A link to the past: the Civilian Conservation Corps”