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May 19, 2024

90 Bird Day (17th annual)

90 Bird Day (17th annual)


May 19, 2024

We have 10 hours to reach our goal of hearing or seeing at least 90 species of birds. We will visit many locations within a 10-mile radius of the Center. Interesting sightings from past years include Olive-sided Flycatcher, Bald Eagle, and Hooded Warbler. Bring lunch, drinks, and snacks. Limited to 12 participants. Fee:  $25 CAS members; $50 non-members.

Shorebird Walk at Barn Island

Shorebird Walk at Barn Island


May 19, 2024

Barn Island is a globally important bird area, with over 1,000 acres of diverse habitat in management. We’ll search the extensive salt marshes for migrating and nesting shorebirds and wading birds in one of the largest coastal reserves in CT. 

The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

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Shorebird/Coastal Bird Family Walk at Rocky Neck State Park

Shorebird/Coastal Bird Family Walk at Rocky Neck State Park


May 19, 2024

Rocky Neck State Park’s large saltmarsh is the perfect spot to look for shorebirds, waterfowl, herons, and egrets. Osprey and Bald Eagles fly overhead, and the beaches are home to gulls and terns. Join us on this family friendly walk as we look for the diverse array of birds that rely on this coastal park! 

The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

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Fairfield
Birdcraft
Coastal Center
Glastonbury
Pomfret
EcoTravel
RTP Estuary Center
Deer Pond Farm
Trail Wood

 

 

 

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