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AVIAN ALLIES

About the Club

Founded in September 2023, Avian Allies is the official birders’ club of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus. The club offers a rich mix of nature walks, birding trails, discussions, and hands-on workshops designed to deepen understanding of the avian world. Beyond the joy of birdwatching, Avian Allies works to broaden awareness of local bird species, strengthen connections within the birding community, disseminate vital conservation information, and foster environmental consciousness. It has grown into a vibrant community for those passionate about birds and bird conservation, operating across multiple creative and educational verticals.

Our Team

Ms. Victoria Abhilasha

Counsellor
Centre for Counselling and Health Services (CCHS)
Faculty Coordinator

Vision
To broaden awareness of local bird species, facilitate connections with the wider birding community, share vital information for bird conservation, and instill a deep sense of environmental consciousness.
Mission
  • Create a welcoming space for bird watchers at CHRIST Lavasa.
  • Inculcate wonder and responsibility towards birds and nature.
  • Draw inspiration from the call to observe and care for creation, “Look at the birds of the air…” (Matthew 6:26).

Objectives

  • Expand knowledge of local bird species
  • Encourage networking within the birding community
  • Support bird conservation through information sharing
  • Foster environmental consciousness

Events Conducted

  1. Murmurations – Newsletter Launch

The inaugural issue of Murmurations, titled “Welcome to the Flock!”, marked the beginning of the club’s newsletter journey, celebrating discovery, patience, and the joy of connecting with birds through reflection and storytelling.

  1. Lavasa Nature Walk

A guided walk exploring local flora and avifauna, featuring species such as kingfishers, spotted doves, common mynas, and red-whiskered bulbuls, fostering curiosity and appreciation for biodiversity.

  1. Campus Bird Count 2025

Held on 15 February 2025 as part of the Great Backyard Bird Count, the event documented over 30 bird species on campus, blending data collection with conservation awareness.

  1. Avian Allies Stall – 10-Year Campus Celebration

The club showcased creative merchandise such as postcards, bookmarks, and stickers, engaging the university community and promoting avian awareness during the milestone celebration.

Club Mail ID: avianallies.lavasa@christuniversity.in


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Overview

About the Club

Founded in September 2023, Avian Allies is the official birders’ club of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus. The club offers a rich mix of nature walks, birding trails, discussions, and hands-on workshops designed to deepen understanding of the avian world. Beyond the joy of birdwatching, Avian Allies works to broaden awareness of local bird species, strengthen connections within the birding community, disseminate vital conservation information, and foster environmental consciousness. It has grown into a vibrant community for those passionate about birds and bird conservation, operating across multiple creative and educational verticals.

Our Team

Ms. Victoria Abhilasha

Counsellor
Centre for Counselling and Health Services (CCHS)
Faculty Coordinator

Vision
To broaden awareness of local bird species, facilitate connections with the wider birding community, share vital information for bird conservation, and instill a deep sense of environmental consciousness.
Mission
  • Create a welcoming space for bird watchers at CHRIST Lavasa.
  • Inculcate wonder and responsibility towards birds and nature.
  • Draw inspiration from the call to observe and care for creation, “Look at the birds of the air…” (Matthew 6:26).

Objectives

  • Expand knowledge of local bird species
  • Encourage networking within the birding community
  • Support bird conservation through information sharing
  • Foster environmental consciousness

Events Conducted

  1. Murmurations – Newsletter Launch

The inaugural issue of Murmurations, titled “Welcome to the Flock!”, marked the beginning of the club’s newsletter journey, celebrating discovery, patience, and the joy of connecting with birds through reflection and storytelling.

  1. Lavasa Nature Walk

A guided walk exploring local flora and avifauna, featuring species such as kingfishers, spotted doves, common mynas, and red-whiskered bulbuls, fostering curiosity and appreciation for biodiversity.

  1. Campus Bird Count 2025

Held on 15 February 2025 as part of the Great Backyard Bird Count, the event documented over 30 bird species on campus, blending data collection with conservation awareness.

  1. Avian Allies Stall – 10-Year Campus Celebration

The club showcased creative merchandise such as postcards, bookmarks, and stickers, engaging the university community and promoting avian awareness during the milestone celebration.

Club Mail ID: avianallies.lavasa@christuniversity.in

CHRIST
(Deemed to be University)

Christ University Road, 30 Valor Court At Post: Dasve Lavasa,Taluka: Mulshi Pune 412112, Maharashtra

Tel: 1800-123-2009

Email: mail.lavasa@christuniversity.in

Web: https://lavasa.christuniversity.in

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