Calendar of Events
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January 20, 2019(4 events) Arkansas's Cypress and Tupelo BayousArkansas's Cypress and Tupelo BayousJanuary 13, 2019 Jan 13th - Jan 20th -Join our tenth exciting expedition into a mature southern woodland that once hosted the Ivory-billed Woodpecker, and perhaps still does! Enjoy the private lodge while experiencing the history and tales of the elusive "Grail Bird." This tour is by special arrangement in an area that is not open to the public. Henslow's Sparrow, Red-cockaded Woodpecker, and clouds of waterfowl in the heart of America's rice belt! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $1,998 Members / $2,395 Nonmembers More information about Arkansas's Cypress and Tupelo Bayous East of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonEast of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonJanuary 16, 2019 Jan 16th - 27th -With its equatorial latitude and several distinct climates, Ecuador offers an amazing variety of birdlife: over 1,600 species, about 20 percent of the world's numbers - more diversity in less space than any other country in the world. The Ecuadorian Amazon is mainly tropical rainforest elevated 1,300 feet above sea level. White its borders contrain a mere slice of the Amazon, its rainforest is diverse, with quiet blackwater lagoons, raging chocolately rivers, dense tree canopies, and flooded forests. As a general rule, the farther you travel from civilization and roads, the more wildlife you'll see. The tour starts in Quito, crosses the Andes, and reaches remote areas of pristine Amazon habitats. Leader: TBD Optional post-trip extensions! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,998 Members / $5,798 Nonmembers More information about East of the Andes: Ecuador's Amazon Backyard Birding at the Coastal CenterBackyard Birding at the Coastal CenterJanuary 20, 2019 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Coastal Center at Milford PointCoastal Center at Milford Point 1 Milford Point Road Milford, CT 06460 This program has been cancelled due to predicted weather. Not all birds fly south for the winter. Many stay here in Connecticut and are showing off for you. The wonderful windows of the center’s observation room are your ticket to exploring the world of winter birds. Join our teacher-naturalist to learn the field marks that help you identify the birds. Discover which birds are at our feeders and yours during the winter season, what they like to eat, and their unique behaviors. Get tips on how to create a bird-friendly backyard and what seed and feeders to use. Members $5/person, Non-members $8/person. Pre-registration required. Map to Coastal Center at Milford Point More information about Backyard Birding at the Coastal Center Trail Wood Reflections: Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Opening ReceptionTrail Wood Reflections: Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Opening ReceptionJanuary 20, 2019 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year's class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year's artists and writers and their experiences at the Opening Reception Sunday, January 20th 2-4 PM. Exhibits will be on display until February 24th at the Center for Pomfret. Admissions to this event is free to all. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+More information about Trail Wood Reflections: Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Opening Reception |
January 21, 2019(2 events) East of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonEast of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonJanuary 16, 2019 Jan 16th - 27th -With its equatorial latitude and several distinct climates, Ecuador offers an amazing variety of birdlife: over 1,600 species, about 20 percent of the world's numbers - more diversity in less space than any other country in the world. The Ecuadorian Amazon is mainly tropical rainforest elevated 1,300 feet above sea level. White its borders contrain a mere slice of the Amazon, its rainforest is diverse, with quiet blackwater lagoons, raging chocolately rivers, dense tree canopies, and flooded forests. As a general rule, the farther you travel from civilization and roads, the more wildlife you'll see. The tour starts in Quito, crosses the Andes, and reaches remote areas of pristine Amazon habitats. Leader: TBD Optional post-trip extensions! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,998 Members / $5,798 Nonmembers More information about East of the Andes: Ecuador's Amazon A PLASTIC OCEANA PLASTIC OCEANJanuary 21, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Center at Pomfret218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 8609284948 Writer/director Craig Leeson's search for the elusive Blue Whale. What he finds instead is a sea of plastic waste. A team of scientists and researchers travel the globe to assess the fragile state of our oceans. Q&A after the film with Sena Wazer, member of the Cetacean Society and ocean advocate. FREE event and offered in partnership with the Pomfret Green Team. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about A PLASTIC OCEAN |
January 22, 2019(4 events) East of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonEast of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonJanuary 16, 2019 Jan 16th - 27th -With its equatorial latitude and several distinct climates, Ecuador offers an amazing variety of birdlife: over 1,600 species, about 20 percent of the world's numbers - more diversity in less space than any other country in the world. The Ecuadorian Amazon is mainly tropical rainforest elevated 1,300 feet above sea level. White its borders contrain a mere slice of the Amazon, its rainforest is diverse, with quiet blackwater lagoons, raging chocolately rivers, dense tree canopies, and flooded forests. As a general rule, the farther you travel from civilization and roads, the more wildlife you'll see. The tour starts in Quito, crosses the Andes, and reaches remote areas of pristine Amazon habitats. Leader: TBD Optional post-trip extensions! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,998 Members / $5,798 Nonmembers More information about East of the Andes: Ecuador's Amazon Little Natualists - Colors of WinterLittle Natualists - Colors of WinterJanuary 22, 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am Coastal Center at Milford PointCoastal Center at Milford Point 1 Milford Point Road Milford, CT 06460
Winter winds are blowing so come on down and get cozy at the Coastal Center. Explore the colors of winter and learn how animals and plants survive the winter months. From blue jays to purple urchins and more, join us for a different colorful adventure each week. Each class includes a story, hands-on activities, and a craft for child and adult to do together. For children age 2-4 years accompanied by an actively participating adult. Class fee includes one child and one adult. Members $8/class; Non-members $13/class. Pre-registration required. January 22: Click here to register. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=1+Milford+Point+Road++Milford+CT+06460+More information about Little Natualists - Colors of Winter Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!January 22, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off! Junior Animal Care KeeperJunior Animal Care KeeperJanuary 22, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pmMore information about Junior Animal Care Keeper |
January 23, 2019(7 events) East of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonEast of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonJanuary 16, 2019 Jan 16th - 27th -With its equatorial latitude and several distinct climates, Ecuador offers an amazing variety of birdlife: over 1,600 species, about 20 percent of the world's numbers - more diversity in less space than any other country in the world. The Ecuadorian Amazon is mainly tropical rainforest elevated 1,300 feet above sea level. White its borders contrain a mere slice of the Amazon, its rainforest is diverse, with quiet blackwater lagoons, raging chocolately rivers, dense tree canopies, and flooded forests. As a general rule, the farther you travel from civilization and roads, the more wildlife you'll see. The tour starts in Quito, crosses the Andes, and reaches remote areas of pristine Amazon habitats. Leader: TBD Optional post-trip extensions! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,998 Members / $5,798 Nonmembers More information about East of the Andes: Ecuador's Amazon Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!January 22, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off! Wednesday Noon WalksWednesday Noon WalksJanuary 23, 2019 12:00 pm -218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 8609284948 Join Connecticut Audubon Society volunteers for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Free to CAS members; $3 non-members. Map to Wednesday Noon WalksMore information about Wednesday Noon Walks After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session K-6After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session K-6January 23, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Trail WoodTrail Wood 93 Kenyon Rd Hampton, CT 06247 860-928-4948 Do your kids need to blow off steam after school? Send them to Trail Wood. After a quick snack, we will head out on the trails to explore and search for animal tracks and signs. The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. Wildlife lessons will be quietly inserted along the way. We will go outside, so warm winter clothing and boots are a must. Fee for the winter session (6 days total): $60 CAS members; $70 non-members https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=93+Kenyon+Rd++Hampton+CT+06247+More information about After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session K-6 Art and Nature After-School ProgramArt and Nature After-School ProgramJanuary 23, 2019 3:45 pm - 5:00 pmMore information about Art and Nature After-School Program Helping Birds in WinterHelping Birds in WinterJanuary 23, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pmLearn how to help birds in winter at Wild Birds Unlimited in Niantic. This is a joint program with Wild Birds Unlimited. More information about Helping Birds in Winter |
January 24, 2019(4 events) East of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonEast of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonJanuary 16, 2019 Jan 16th - 27th -With its equatorial latitude and several distinct climates, Ecuador offers an amazing variety of birdlife: over 1,600 species, about 20 percent of the world's numbers - more diversity in less space than any other country in the world. The Ecuadorian Amazon is mainly tropical rainforest elevated 1,300 feet above sea level. White its borders contrain a mere slice of the Amazon, its rainforest is diverse, with quiet blackwater lagoons, raging chocolately rivers, dense tree canopies, and flooded forests. As a general rule, the farther you travel from civilization and roads, the more wildlife you'll see. The tour starts in Quito, crosses the Andes, and reaches remote areas of pristine Amazon habitats. Leader: TBD Optional post-trip extensions! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,998 Members / $5,798 Nonmembers More information about East of the Andes: Ecuador's Amazon Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!January 22, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off! Thursday Morning Tracking WalksThursday Morning Tracking WalksJanuary 24, 2019 8:30 am -218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 860-928-4849 Stretch your legs, breathe in that early morning air and look for signs of wildlife on the Bafflin Sanctuary with Fran Barnaski, longtime volunteer, tracker and nature photographer. Bring your camera if you are so inclined. FREE to CAS members; $5 non-members. Map to Thursday Morning Tracking WalksMore information about Thursday Morning Tracking Walks After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6January 24, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 860-928-4948 Do your kids need to blow off steam after school? Send them to the Center in Pomfret. After a quick snack, we will head out on the trails to explore and search for animal tracks and signs. The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. Wildlife lessons will be quietly inserted along the way. We will go outside, so warm winter clothing and boots are a must. Fee for the winter session (6 days total): $60 CAS members; $70 non-members. Map to After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6More information about After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6 |
January 25, 2019(2 events) East of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonEast of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonJanuary 16, 2019 Jan 16th - 27th -With its equatorial latitude and several distinct climates, Ecuador offers an amazing variety of birdlife: over 1,600 species, about 20 percent of the world's numbers - more diversity in less space than any other country in the world. The Ecuadorian Amazon is mainly tropical rainforest elevated 1,300 feet above sea level. White its borders contrain a mere slice of the Amazon, its rainforest is diverse, with quiet blackwater lagoons, raging chocolately rivers, dense tree canopies, and flooded forests. As a general rule, the farther you travel from civilization and roads, the more wildlife you'll see. The tour starts in Quito, crosses the Andes, and reaches remote areas of pristine Amazon habitats. Leader: TBD Optional post-trip extensions! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,998 Members / $5,798 Nonmembers More information about East of the Andes: Ecuador's Amazon Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!January 22, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off! |
January 26, 2019(3 events) East of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonEast of the Andes: Ecuador's AmazonJanuary 16, 2019 Jan 16th - 27th -With its equatorial latitude and several distinct climates, Ecuador offers an amazing variety of birdlife: over 1,600 species, about 20 percent of the world's numbers - more diversity in less space than any other country in the world. The Ecuadorian Amazon is mainly tropical rainforest elevated 1,300 feet above sea level. White its borders contrain a mere slice of the Amazon, its rainforest is diverse, with quiet blackwater lagoons, raging chocolately rivers, dense tree canopies, and flooded forests. As a general rule, the farther you travel from civilization and roads, the more wildlife you'll see. The tour starts in Quito, crosses the Andes, and reaches remote areas of pristine Amazon habitats. Leader: TBD Optional post-trip extensions! Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,998 Members / $5,798 Nonmembers More information about East of the Andes: Ecuador's Amazon Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off!January 22, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about Nature Store Holiday Sale - 30% Off! Winter Nature WalkWinter Nature WalkJanuary 26, 2019 9:00 am - 11:00 amWinter Nature Walk at Rocky Neck State Park, East Lyme More information about Winter Nature Walk |
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