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May 7th - 16th
May 7, 2019 – May 16, 2019
Magee Marsh, on the south shore of Lake Erie, is a prime stopover of North American warblers. Every spring thousands of birders and photographers flock to this location to witness the spectacle of large songbird concentrations preparing to migrate across the great lake. Point Pelee national Park, situated on Lake Erie's north shroe, is one of the most important migration highways in North American and since 1918 has been preserved as a national sanctuary. It is located within the true deciduous forest region commonly called Carolininan Forest, in Canada only found on a narrow belt along Lake Erie's north shore, featuring plants and anials that are rare or absent elsewhere in Canada. The Pooiint is perfeclty situated as a migrant trap and in springtime can boast as many as 260 species, with a single-day high of 170! Trip via our luxury van from Connecticut. Leader: Matt Bell. THIS TRIP IS LIMITED TO SEVEN PARTICIPANTS
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$2,998 Members / $3,398 Nonmembers
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May 12, 2019
ART EXHIBIT: Waterford, CT artist and Pomfret School graduate John Sargent will showcase his relief and Suminagashi prints. These nature inspired works are created from the textures of wood stumps, driftwood and plants, and floating ink on water. Exhibit in place till May 15th. Free to the public.
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May 12, 2019
Bring your mother or grandmother out to see the assorted colorful birds of spring. Many species can be found this time of year including Bobolinks and Scarlet Tanagers. Fee $5 CAS members/ $10 non-members; MOTHERS FREE:)
May 7th - 16th
May 7, 2019 – May 16, 2019
Magee Marsh, on the south shore of Lake Erie, is a prime stopover of North American warblers. Every spring thousands of birders and photographers flock to this location to witness the spectacle of large songbird concentrations preparing to migrate across the great lake. Point Pelee national Park, situated on Lake Erie's north shroe, is one of the most important migration highways in North American and since 1918 has been preserved as a national sanctuary. It is located within the true deciduous forest region commonly called Carolininan Forest, in Canada only found on a narrow belt along Lake Erie's north shore, featuring plants and anials that are rare or absent elsewhere in Canada. The Pooiint is perfeclty situated as a migrant trap and in springtime can boast as many as 260 species, with a single-day high of 170! Trip via our luxury van from Connecticut. Leader: Matt Bell. THIS TRIP IS LIMITED TO SEVEN PARTICIPANTS
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$2,998 Members / $3,398 Nonmembers
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May 13, 2019
ART EXHIBIT: Waterford, CT artist and Pomfret School graduate John Sargent will showcase his relief and Suminagashi prints. These nature inspired works are created from the textures of wood stumps, driftwood and plants, and floating ink on water. Exhibit in place till May 15th. Free to the public.
May 7th - 16th
May 7, 2019 – May 16, 2019
Magee Marsh, on the south shore of Lake Erie, is a prime stopover of North American warblers. Every spring thousands of birders and photographers flock to this location to witness the spectacle of large songbird concentrations preparing to migrate across the great lake. Point Pelee national Park, situated on Lake Erie's north shroe, is one of the most important migration highways in North American and since 1918 has been preserved as a national sanctuary. It is located within the true deciduous forest region commonly called Carolininan Forest, in Canada only found on a narrow belt along Lake Erie's north shore, featuring plants and anials that are rare or absent elsewhere in Canada. The Pooiint is perfeclty situated as a migrant trap and in springtime can boast as many as 260 species, with a single-day high of 170! Trip via our luxury van from Connecticut. Leader: Matt Bell. THIS TRIP IS LIMITED TO SEVEN PARTICIPANTS
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$2,998 Members / $3,398 Nonmembers
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May 14, 2019
ART EXHIBIT: Waterford, CT artist and Pomfret School graduate John Sargent will showcase his relief and Suminagashi prints. These nature inspired works are created from the textures of wood stumps, driftwood and plants, and floating ink on water. Exhibit in place till May 15th. Free to the public.
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May 14, 2019
May 7th - 16th
May 7, 2019 – May 16, 2019
Magee Marsh, on the south shore of Lake Erie, is a prime stopover of North American warblers. Every spring thousands of birders and photographers flock to this location to witness the spectacle of large songbird concentrations preparing to migrate across the great lake. Point Pelee national Park, situated on Lake Erie's north shroe, is one of the most important migration highways in North American and since 1918 has been preserved as a national sanctuary. It is located within the true deciduous forest region commonly called Carolininan Forest, in Canada only found on a narrow belt along Lake Erie's north shore, featuring plants and anials that are rare or absent elsewhere in Canada. The Pooiint is perfeclty situated as a migrant trap and in springtime can boast as many as 260 species, with a single-day high of 170! Trip via our luxury van from Connecticut. Leader: Matt Bell. THIS TRIP IS LIMITED TO SEVEN PARTICIPANTS
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$2,998 Members / $3,398 Nonmembers
May 15, 2019
ART EXHIBIT: Waterford, CT artist and Pomfret School graduate John Sargent will showcase his relief and Suminagashi prints. These nature inspired works are created from the textures of wood stumps, driftwood and plants, and floating ink on water. Exhibit in place till May 15th. Free to the public.
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May 15, 2019
We will search for 20 species of warblers in one day, travelling to numerous locations. Last year we found 21 species! Register at 860-928-4948. Fee: $15 CAS members; $30 non-members
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May 15, 2019
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.
May 7th - 16th
May 7, 2019 – May 16, 2019
Magee Marsh, on the south shore of Lake Erie, is a prime stopover of North American warblers. Every spring thousands of birders and photographers flock to this location to witness the spectacle of large songbird concentrations preparing to migrate across the great lake. Point Pelee national Park, situated on Lake Erie's north shroe, is one of the most important migration highways in North American and since 1918 has been preserved as a national sanctuary. It is located within the true deciduous forest region commonly called Carolininan Forest, in Canada only found on a narrow belt along Lake Erie's north shore, featuring plants and anials that are rare or absent elsewhere in Canada. The Pooiint is perfeclty situated as a migrant trap and in springtime can boast as many as 260 species, with a single-day high of 170! Trip via our luxury van from Connecticut. Leader: Matt Bell. THIS TRIP IS LIMITED TO SEVEN PARTICIPANTS
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$2,998 Members / $3,398 Nonmembers
May 16th - 26th
May 16, 2019 – May 26, 2019
Immerse yourself in maritime heath-lands, tropical valleys, moors, history, and legends. Connect with nature along coastal paths, beaches, and lanes bordered by carpets of brilliant pastel spring flowers or summer heathers in fields stitched together with hedgerows. Enjoy the quiet, the clean air, and the fresh scents as we explore this land of Daphne De Maurier, Doc Martin, and Poldark on daily hikes near the cliffs and in the countryside. Our native naturalist/guide knows the flora and fauna, geology, significant historic sites, folklore, birds and wildlife, back roads, country tea houses, local gossip, and scenic villages off the beaten track. Leader: Rami Haxhi
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$3,198 Members / $3,898 Nonmembers
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May 16, 2019
Meet at the Center and carpool to this large forest in Thompson. Indigo Bunting, Prairie Warbler, Black-throated Green Warbler and Northern Waterthrush are some of the expected species. Fee: $7 CAS member/ $12 non-members
May 16th - 26th
May 16, 2019 – May 26, 2019
Immerse yourself in maritime heath-lands, tropical valleys, moors, history, and legends. Connect with nature along coastal paths, beaches, and lanes bordered by carpets of brilliant pastel spring flowers or summer heathers in fields stitched together with hedgerows. Enjoy the quiet, the clean air, and the fresh scents as we explore this land of Daphne De Maurier, Doc Martin, and Poldark on daily hikes near the cliffs and in the countryside. Our native naturalist/guide knows the flora and fauna, geology, significant historic sites, folklore, birds and wildlife, back roads, country tea houses, local gossip, and scenic villages off the beaten track. Leader: Rami Haxhi
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$3,198 Members / $3,898 Nonmembers
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May 17, 2019
Migration Madness Weekend. This time of year is typically the peak of the spring bird migration, so anything is possible. Fee $5 CAS members; $10 non-members
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May 17, 2019
Brush up on your bird identification skills as you feast your eyes on bird photos by seven are nature photographers. Free to the public. Exhibit May 17th thru June 30. Opening Reception May 19th at 2pm
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May 17, 2019
Migration Madness Walk with the RTPEC at the George & Woodward H. Griswold Preserve, Old Lyme
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May 17, 2019
Friday, May 17
Private Preview Tour of our New York Trails 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Join Cathy Hagadorn, director of Deer Pond Farm for a sneak peek of the western portion of our property with a beautiful New York vista. Birds know no borders, come and enjoy the western sunset from the highpoints on this hike and have bragging rights, in being part of the first official guided hike in this area.
To register, click here
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May 17, 2019
Migration Madness Walk with the RTPEC at the Watch Rock Preserve, Old Lyme
May 16th - 26th
May 16, 2019 – May 26, 2019
Immerse yourself in maritime heath-lands, tropical valleys, moors, history, and legends. Connect with nature along coastal paths, beaches, and lanes bordered by carpets of brilliant pastel spring flowers or summer heathers in fields stitched together with hedgerows. Enjoy the quiet, the clean air, and the fresh scents as we explore this land of Daphne De Maurier, Doc Martin, and Poldark on daily hikes near the cliffs and in the countryside. Our native naturalist/guide knows the flora and fauna, geology, significant historic sites, folklore, birds and wildlife, back roads, country tea houses, local gossip, and scenic villages off the beaten track. Leader: Rami Haxhi
Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up.
$3,198 Members / $3,898 Nonmembers
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May 18, 2019
Brush up on your bird identification skills as you feast your eyes on bird photos by seven are nature photographers. Free to the public. Exhibit May 17th thru June 30. Opening Reception May 19th at 2pm
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May 18, 2019
Saturday, May 18
Early Bird Walk 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.
Join Jim Arrigoni, conservation biologist and Angela Dimmitt, local expert birder to see how many birds we can identify as we explore a variety of habitats on the Connecticut section of Deer Pond Farm! Expected highlights: a diversity of stop-over warblers including Yellow-rumped, Black-throated Blue, Black-throated Green, and Magnolia.
To register, click here
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May 18, 2019
Saturday, May 18
Not-So-Early Bird Walk 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Jim Arrigoni, conservation biologist as we continue to see how many birds we can identify as we explore a variety of habitats on the New York section of Deer Pond Farm! Expected highlights: a diversity of stop-over warblers including Chestnut-sided, Black & White, and Blackburnian.
To register, click here
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May 18, 2019
Migration Madness Weekend Fun: Watch our master bird banding crew in action. See birds up close as we gently catch them, record measurements, and safely release them. Participants may release a bird. Fee $5 CAS members; $10 non-members
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May 18, 2019
Migration Madness Walk with the RTPEC at Connecticut College Arboretum, New London
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May 18, 2019
Saturday, May 18
Children’s Story Time with Craft & Nature Walk 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Join Deirdra Wallin, program coordinator and Christine Ranno, coordinator of children’s services from the Sherman Library in the bird and pollinator garden for some fresh air, exercise and fun! We’ll listen, look and learn as we explore our surroundings paying attention to our native plants, one of our nearby ponds and the wildlife that enjoy these habitats. An adult must accompany children.
To register, click here
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May 18, 2019
Migration Madness Walk at the RTPEC at Rocky Neck State Park, East Lyme
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May 18, 2019
Roxanne Steed will show you how to simplify what you see using drawing and watercolor techniques. Register at 860-928-4948 and for a list of materials to bring. Fee: $10 CAS members/ $20 non-members.
