Calendar of Events

June 2013
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National Trails Day Hike

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10:00 am11:30 am

10:00am-11:30am

Join us for a nature walk in celebration of American Hiking Society’s 19th annual National Trails Day.® Take a leisurely, guided 1.5 mile hike through the Connecticut Audubon Society’s Larsen Sanctuary and discover its temperate deciduous forest, ponds, garden marsh, meadow and swamp. We’ll explore several bird habitats and points of ecological interest and discuss efforts to conserve, protect, and enhance their habitats. The varied terrain is of easy-to-moderate difficulty. Meet in the Nature Store.

In addition to the walk, there will be special in-store promotions in the Nature Store. Store hours are 10:00am-3:00pm. Pre-registration is recommended. 203-259-6305 ext.109. Rain or shine but heavy rain cancels. Sturdy footwear required for variable terrain.

Connecticut Trails Day is part of National Trail Day. It is part of National Trails Day, a nationwide hiking initiative established by the American Hiking Society in 1993.

National Trails Day Hike

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Pee Wees

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10:00 am11:00 am
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Composting

Pee Wees

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Wees, Ages 3-5

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10:00 am11:00 am
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Getting into the swing of summer

Wees, Ages 3-5

Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Wednesday Noon Walks

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12:00 pm1:30 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Join Connecticut Audubon Society staff for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Cost: Free to CAS members; $3 non-members.

Discoverers, Ages 5-9

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4:00 pm5:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Getting into the swing of summer

Discoverers, Ages 5-9

Wednesday Photo Walks and Working Sessions

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5:00 pm7:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Have you wanted to work on your nature photography skills and did not know where to start? Come on out and walk with experienced photography volunteers Fran Baranski and Sandee Harraden. Take advantage of the soft light of the late afternoon and early evening and start taking your own fantastic photography. Work developing field guides for the sanctuary will also occur. Cost Free for CAS members; $5 non-members.

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Bird Walk with Milan Bull

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6:30 am7:30 am

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.

Bird Walk with Milan Bull

Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Coffee House Concert: The Guinea Pigs

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7:30 pm9:30 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Coffee House Concert: The Guinea Pigs

Coffee House Concert: The Guinea Pigs

Lori McKenna in Concert

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7:30 pm9:30 am
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

A Massachusetts native, Lori McKenna has long been a staple of the Boston folk music scene. Her exquisite songwriting caught the attention of Nashville and the likes of Faith Hill, Alison Krauss, Tim McGraw and Keith Urban to name a few. She sings of love, family, community and place. We can’t wait to hear her voice soar here at the Center!
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Limited seating. Preregistration suggested. Call 860 928-4948 to sign up.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Pee Wees

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10:00 am11:00 am
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Gardening

Pee Wees

Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Evening Bird Walk 1

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6:00 pm8:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Join Andy Rzeznikiewicz as we look for different species of birds. We might find newly fledged young birds. Cost: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members.

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Wees, Ages 3-5

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10:00 am11:00 am
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Getting into the swing of summer

Wees, Ages 3-5

Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Wednesday Noon Walks

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12:00 pm1:30 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Join Connecticut Audubon Society staff for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Cost: Free to CAS members; $3 non-members.

Discoverers, Ages 5-9

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4:00 pm5:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Getting into the swing of summer

Discoverers, Ages 5-9

Wednesday Photo Walks and Working Sessions

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5:00 pm7:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Have you wanted to work on your nature photography skills and did not know where to start? Come on out and walk with experienced photography volunteers Fran Baranski and Sandee Harraden. Take advantage of the soft light of the late afternoon and early evening and start taking your own fantastic photography. Work developing field guides for the sanctuary will also occur. Cost Free for CAS members; $5 non-members.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Owl Garden Party

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6:00 pm8:30 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Come Celebrate With Us! Feast on hors d’oeuvres featuring locally grown and created foods and drink. Horizon Wings will have their magnificent live birds of prey for all to see. Your presence enables us to help ignite the stewardship flame in our present and future generations.
Each $60 per person contribution ($45 is fully deductible) will go in its entirety toward environmental programming at the Center at Pomfret. Reservations limited. Call 860-928-4948 to save your spot!

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Third Sunday Walks

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2:00 pm4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Stretch your legs, breath in the fresh air and look for interesting bugs, butterflies, birds, and blossoms. The sanctuary rarely disappoints. Longtime volunteer, tracker and nature photographer Fran Baranski will lead the charge. Bring your binoculars and/or your camera if you are so inclined. Cost: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Whip-poor-will Walk

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8:45 pm10:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

A new bird walk - join Andy Rzeznikiewicz as he attempts to find calling whip-poor-wills. A new preserve in Thompson has nesting whip-poor-wills. We will attempt to call in Owls as well. In the event of bad weather, a rain date will be scheduled. Meet at the Center in Pomfret and we will carpool from there. Bring small flashlight or headlamp. Please call to pre-register. Cost: $10 CAS members;$20 non-members.

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Wees, Ages 3-5

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10:00 am11:00 am
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Getting into the swing of summer

Wees, Ages 3-5

Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Wednesday Noon Walks

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12:00 pm1:30 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Join Connecticut Audubon Society staff for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Cost: Free to CAS members; $3 non-members.

Discoverers, Ages 5-9

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4:00 pm5:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Getting into the swing of summer

Discoverers, Ages 5-9

Wednesday Photo Walks and Working Sessions

Close
5:00 pm7:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Have you wanted to work on your nature photography skills and did not know where to start? Come on out and walk with experienced photography volunteers Fran Baranski and Sandee Harraden. Take advantage of the soft light of the late afternoon and early evening and start taking your own fantastic photography. Work developing field guides for the sanctuary will also occur. Cost Free for CAS members; $5 non-members.

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Bird Walk at Trail Wood

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8:00 am10:00 am
Trail Wood
93 Kenyon Rd
Hampton, 06247
860-928-4948

Join Andy Rzeznikiewicz as he finds various nesting birds at our Hampton sanctuary. Hooded warblers, chestnut-sided warblers, indigo buntings, and blue-winged warblers should be found. Cost: $5 members/$10 nonmembers.

Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Flora and Fauna Walk

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10:00 am

10:00 – 11:00am

Join us for the first seasonal flora and fauna walk on Saturday, June 22, 10-11am at the Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street in Fairfield CT. Milan Bull, Senior Director of Science and Conservation, will join Fairfield Forestry Committee members, Mary Hogue and Misty Beyer, for a guided walk in the Larsen Sanctuary at the Center at Fairfield. Over 30 trees and shrubs will be identified on the walk, pointing out native and invasive species. The walk will focus on the animals and insects that live and eat the trees and shrubs. We will examine how they work together to keep the forest in or out of balance. Issues concerning climate change and its impact on the forest will be explored. This is the first of four seasonal flora and fauna walks that will be offered this year.

Fee: Free for Connecticut Audubon Society Members and $5 for Nonmembers. To register or for more information, call 203-259-6305 ext. 109.

Flora and Fauna Walk

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Full Moon walks at Trail Wood

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7:30 pm9:00 pm
Trail Wood
93 Kenyon Rd
Hampton, 06247
860-928-4948

Trail Wood is beautiful by day and downright magical by night. Pull yourself away from the demands of the day, slow down for a bit on our trails and listen for the denizens of the night. Cost: free CAS members: $10 non-members.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Wednesday Noon Walks

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12:00 pm1:30 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Join Connecticut Audubon Society staff for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Cost: Free to CAS members; $3 non-members.

Wednesday Photo Walks and Working Sessions

Close
5:00 pm7:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Have you wanted to work on your nature photography skills and did not know where to start? Come on out and walk with experienced photography volunteers Fran Baranski and Sandee Harraden. Take advantage of the soft light of the late afternoon and early evening and start taking your own fantastic photography. Work developing field guides for the sanctuary will also occur. Cost Free for CAS members; $5 non-members.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

Save The Frogs!

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7:00 pm8:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

SAVE THE FROGS Advisory Committee Chairman and Ecologist Michael Starkey will give a presentation about the "Wild World of Frogs" Learn about amphibian ecology and conservation and what can be done to help save amphibians from extinction. Cost: $5 members; $10 non-members.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

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10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Spirituality Through Nature by Susan Emerson-Hill

Close
10:00 am4:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The Quiet Corner is replete with rolling meadows, whispering pine groves, and ancient vernal pools, all of which have served to inspire Susan’s lifelong infatuation with the visual feast of flora and fauna that she has come to appreciate as none other than the handiwork of a higher power. A portion of all sales benefits the Center at Pomfret. June 2 through June 30.

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Gardening

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9:30 am12:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Ages 4-8

Gardening

Composting with Children

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9:30 am12:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Time to start your garden

Composting with Children

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Gardening with Children

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9:30 am12:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Plant your favorite vegetables

Gardening with Children

Gardening

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9:30 am12:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Ages 4-8

Gardening

Wednesday Noon Walks

Close
12:00 pm1:30 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Join Connecticut Audubon Society staff for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Cost: Free to CAS members; $3 non-members.

Wednesday Photo Walks and Working Sessions

Close
5:00 pm7:00 pm
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Have you wanted to work on your nature photography skills and did not know where to start? Come on out and walk with experienced photography volunteers Fran Baranski and Sandee Harraden. Take advantage of the soft light of the late afternoon and early evening and start taking your own fantastic photography. Work developing field guides for the sanctuary will also occur. Cost Free for CAS members; $5 non-members.

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Gardening

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9:30 am12:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Ages 4-8

Gardening

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Gardening

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9:30 am12:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Ages 4-8

Gardening

Fun Foods from the Garden

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9:30 am12:00 pm
Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT 06033

Try a few simple recipes

Fun Foods from the Garden

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