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Sunday, March 26 2 – 3 p.m. It’s spring birds are returning from their winter away.  Let’s welcome our feathered friends back.  Come build your very own bird house to take home, and learn about our local birds.  For children ages 6 and up with an actively participating adult. Members $5/person, family maximum $20; Non-members […]

Saturday, March 18 10 – 11 a.m. Learn how to identify birds by sight and sound.   Discover bird feeding habits and ways to attract them to your feeder. Preregistration required.  Call 203-259-6305 ext. 109 to register.  Backyard Birding is held at the Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street.  

Wednesdays, March 29 – May 24 (No class April 12) 3:30 – 5 p.m. Students in grades 6 and 7 Help care for the Center’s animals. From gross to glamorous, learn about animal husbandry care,  preparing and offering food and ensuring they have a healthy setting. Eight-week series: members $84/child: non-members $112/child.  Preregistration required.  To register […]

Wednesdays, March 29—June 7 (No class April 12) 3:45 – 5:00 p.m. Calling all 3rd and 4th graders! Do you like to eat? Have you ever wondered where the salad on you dinner plate came from? Does the smell of fresh earth tingle our nose? If this sounds like YOU … come join our garden […]

International Migratory Bird Day at Birdcraft, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield Saturday, May 20 7:30 – 8:45 a.m.   Master bander Judy Richardson and her team will demonstrate the bird banding process. Join us for bagels and watch the team at work. Get an up-close view of every aspect of bird banding! All ages welcome. $7/person.  This event […]

Thursdays, May 18 7 – 8 a.m. Join Milan Bull senior director of Science and Conservation, for an early morning bird walk. This walk and talk is an ideal opportunity to see an excellent variety of birds along the trails. All levels of birders are welcome. Free. 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield. Click here to view a […]

Saturday, April 1   9 a.m. Attention all scouts, you won’t want to miss this great opportunity to earn a new badge… or two!  Join Connecticut Audubon Society teacher-naturalists as they lead scouts on an exploratory hike through the beautiful Larsen Sanctuary all while satisfying badge requirements!  Badge Day is held at the Center at Fairfield, 2325 […]

April 10, 11 and 12 (Mon – Wed) 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Ages 4 – 6 Ages 7-8 no longer available School breaks are a great time to experience the hands-on learning activities offered at the   Center. Both outdoors and indoors, a variety of fun, nature-based offerings are planned for each day. Weather permitting, […]

Sunday, March 19 2 – 3 p.m. Tired of winter? Come make seed paper as we dream of warm sunny days to come. Using recycled paper, we’ll make our own plantable paper mixed with flower seeds. Appropriate for adults and families with children age 6 and up.  Members  $5/person, family maximum $20; Non-members   $7/person, family maximum $28 […]

Saturday, April 15  Center at Fairfield The Egg Hunt morning and afternoon sessions are sold out.  No Walk Ins.    

Saturday, May 13 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Ever wonder how banana peels, crackers,   coffee grounds and an apple core transform into soil? Stop by the Center and see our   composting bins, gather information sheets, and unravel the mysteries of composting and   vermicomposting. Crafts for kids, coffee for adults (yes we’ll compost the grounds!) and […]

Saturday, April 22 Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street Join our teacher/naturalists as they lead scouts on a hike in the Larsen Sanctuary all while satisfying badge requirements! Brownie Bugs 9 – 10 a.m.   10:15 – 11:15 a.m.  Brownie Hikers 9 – 10 a.m.   10:15 – 11:15 a.m.  Junior – Junior Animal Habitat 9 – 11 a.m.  […]

Sunday, February 19 2–3 p.m. The wilderness can be pretty dangerous for a critter. To help stay safe, many animals use camouflage to blend into their environment. Come learn about the many creatures who are masters of disguise. Children will create their own camouflaged creature to take home! For children between the ages of 4 […]

Friday. February 17 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Children ages 3-5 School’s out!  Wondering what to do?  We’ve got the recipe for fun!  The ingredients include indoor activities and crafts, preparing the daily menu for our education animals, and outdoor exploration of the winter beach. Come dressed for outdoor explorations. All participants should bring their […]

Sunday, February 26 2 – 3 p.m. Explore the simple feeders you can make with items from your kitchen. Learn to recognize the hungry diners at your feeder, and make your own special bird food mix for your feathered friends.  Appropriate for adults and families with children age 6 and up.  Members  $5/person, family maximum $20; […]