Calendar of Events

Thursday Mornings – April 25 – June 6 from 6:30-7:30AM

The Larsen Sanctuary contains a mix of habitats that attract diverse wildlife – particularly birds. Over 180 species of birds visit the sanctuary throughout the year, including a variety of birds that stop during their long migrations. Join Milan for an early Thursday morning guided bird walk that explores the varied habitats of the Larsen Sanctuary including wetlands, woodlands, ponds, and native grass meadows that are home to Broad-winged Hawks, Indigo Buntings, Scarlet Tanagers, and many more species. This walk and talk is an ideal opportunity to see an excellent variety of birds along the trails and near the water features as well as feeder species found at the Center’s feeders.

Milan Bull is senior director of science and conservation for the Connecticut Audubon Society. He is a long-time expedition leader to destinations throughout the Americas, and to Australia, Antarctica, and Africa. He currently is a member of the Citizens Advisory Council to Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and was founding director and past president of the Connecticut Ornithological Association. He has published numerous articles and speaks statewide on topics relating to ornithology and the environment.

The weekly Thursday morning walk normally takes about an hour. All levels of birders are welcome to participate. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Walks will be cancelled if there is rain. All walks meet in the parking lot. Stop in the Nature Store after the walk for a cup of coffee. For reservations call 203-259-6305 ext. 109 or email jwinter@ctaudubon.org.

Thursday Mornings – through June 6 from 6:30-7:30AM

The Larsen Sanctuary contains a mix of habitats that attract diverse wildlife – particularly birds. Over 180 species of birds visit the sanctuary throughout the year, including a variety of birds that stop during their long migrations. Join Milan for an early Thursday morning guided bird walk that explores the varied habitats of the Larsen Sanctuary including wetlands, woodlands, ponds, and native grass meadows that are home to Broad-winged Hawks, Indigo Buntings, Scarlet Tanagers, and many more species. This walk and talk is an ideal opportunity to see an excellent variety of birds along the trails and near the water features as well as feeder species found at the Center’s feeders.

Milan Bull is senior director of science and conservation for the Connecticut Audubon Society. He is a long-time expedition leader to destinations throughout the Americas, and to Australia, Antarctica, and Africa. He currently is a member of the Citizens Advisory Council to Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and was founding director and past president of the Connecticut Ornithological Association. He has published numerous articles and speaks statewide on topics relating to ornithology and the environment.

The weekly Thursday morning walk normally takes about an hour. All levels of birders are welcome to participate. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Walks will be cancelled if there is rain. All walks meet in the parking lot. Stop in the Nature Store after the walk for a cup of coffee. For reservations call 203-259-6305 ext. 109 or email jwinter@ctaudubon.org.

4 - 4:30 p.m.
Gulp, crunch, slurp, chomp! It’s meal time for the turtles at the Center at Fairfield. Come see what’s on the menu for the Center’s resident red-eared slider. The “dime-store” red-eared slide is an invasive nonnative species in Connecticut. Learn important facts about invasive species and how they compete with native species for food and habitat. All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Suggested family donation is $5. To register and for more information, call 203-259-6305 ext. 109.