Programs
LIVE! from the Bird Seedery:
Backyard Birding Workshop ZOOM Presentation
Monday, January 5, 2026
2 pm - 3 pm
Stay Home! Stay Warm! But join us online for a LIVE presentation from the Bird Seedery on Winter Backyard Birding. Owner, Jim Sullivan, will present all about seeds, feeders, and feeder care to attract winter birds.
RSVP to this event and you will receive an email with the Zoom information prior to the presentation.
LITTLE RIVER RAMBLERS
Tuesdays from 9:00 am - 11:00 am
January 6, 13, 20 - Eagle Marsh Barn
January 27 - Eagle Marsh East
Explore all facets of Eagle Marsh with a varied group of nature enthusiasts during this free hike. Don't forget to dress appropriately for the weather, and bring binoculars if desired. The starting point every Tuesday (except the last) in January, April, July and October will the Eagle Marsh barn (6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne). On the last Tuesday of the month, the starting point will be Eagle Marsh East.
BREAKFAST ON THE MARSH
LRWP Staff
Thursday, January 8, 2026 from 8:30-10 am
LRWP Office Conference Room
8315 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Admission is $8 or free for LRWP members.
Join Little River Wetlands Project staff as we reflect on highlights from 2025 and look ahead to what’s coming in 2026. Enjoy a relaxed morning on the marsh while connecting with staff and learning more about upcoming plans and programs.
SHORT HIKES FOR SHORT LEGS
Clouds
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Eagle Marsh Barn, 6801 Engle Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Join us at Eagle Marsh, 6801 Engle Road, on January 21st from 10:00 to 11:00 AM for a Clouds program. Participants will explore different types of clouds, weather patterns, and the sky above through hands-on activities and a guided hike. Dress for the weather and come prepared for outdoor exploration. This event is for children aged 3 to 5, accompanied by a responsible adult. RSVPs are appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome.
RSVP: https://www.lrwp.org/event-details-registration/short-hikes-for-short-legs-clouds
PUBLIC HIKE
Winter Wetland Birding Hike
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
LRWP Office, 8315 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804, USA
Join us for a guided winter birding hike in celebration of World Wetlands Day (February 2). We’ll explore why wetlands are critical habitats even in winter and see if we can spot full-time resident birds like chickadees, woodpeckers, waterfowl, and raptors. This relaxed hike is open to all experience levels and will focus on observing birds and learning how wetlands support wildlife year-round.
RSVP: https://www.lrwp.org/event-details-registration/winter-wetland-birding-hike