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January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
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 the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
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 the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
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 the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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February 20, 2018
An introduction to nature for children ages 3-5 and their favorite adult.
Discover the wonders of nature through stories, a nature lesson, and a craft to do together.
Groundhog Day
February 6This program has been rescheduled to Tuesday February 20.
10 – 11 a.m.
According to legend, on February 2nd, the groundhog (also known as the woodchuck) will come out of his burrow and look for his shadow. Is spring coming or will winter be here for six more weeks?
Members $8/class; non-members $10/class. Additional siblings, $5/class.
Pre-registration required. Please call: 203-878-7440.
February 20, 2018
Listen to Chris Elphick speak about the 2018 Bird Atlas at our new center.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
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 the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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February 21, 2018
Wednesday, February 7, 14, 21
Thursday, February 8, 15, 22
1:30 – 2: 30 p.m.
Get outside without going outside! Come to the Coastal Center and participate in the citizen science program Project FeederWatch. Learn about birds as we identify, count, and record the birds at our feeders.
No need to go outside, we have a perfect view of the feeders through the center’s large observation windows. Our staff and volunteers will assist you with bird identification and the counting process. Bring your favorite binoculars and bird identification book or use our supplies.
Project FeederWatch studies the distribution and populations of winter bird species throughout the country. Our bird count data will be reported to Project FeederWatch and contributes to scientific studies at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
All skill levels are welcome for this free program.
Pre-registration preferred, please call 203-878-7440.
For more information please contact Carol Kratzman, 203-878-7440 ext. 504 or ckratzman@ctaudubon.org
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
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 the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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February 22, 2018
Wednesday, February 7, 14, 21
Thursday, February 8, 15, 22
1:30 – 2: 30 p.m.
Get outside without going outside! Come to the Coastal Center and participate in the citizen science program Project FeederWatch. Learn about birds as we identify, count, and record the birds at our feeders.
No need to go outside, we have a perfect view of the feeders through the center’s large observation windows. Our staff and volunteers will assist you with bird identification and the counting process. Bring your favorite binoculars and bird identification book or use our supplies.
Project FeederWatch studies the distribution and populations of winter bird species throughout the country. Our bird count data will be reported to Project FeederWatch and contributes to scientific studies at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
All skill levels are welcome for this free program.
Pre-registration preferred, please call 203-878-7440.
For more information please contact Carol Kratzman, 203-878-7440 ext. 504 or ckratzman@ctaudubon.org
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February 22, 2018
Pomfret Winter Session–Grades K-6
Thursdays, Jan 18 & 25, Feb 1, 8, 15 & 22 from 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Do your kids need to blow off steam after school? Send them to the Center. After a quick snack, we will head out on the trails to explore and search for animal tracks and sign. 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: $60 for the 6-day session.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
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 the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
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 the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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February 24, 2018
10:30 a.m. - Noon
Hike the trails with us as we track prints and look for signs of animal winter activity. Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa after all the hiking! All ages welcome, no strollers please. Members $3/person, non-members $6/person. Preregistration is required. Click here to register online.
This event is held at the Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street.
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February 24, 2018
You’ll spend time at the Bafflin Sanctuary in Pomfret, sketching and painting nature using pencil, pen and watercolor. Roxanne Steed will show you how to simplify what you see, and teach basic drawing and quick intuitive watercolor techniques. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members. Register at 860-928-4948 and for list of materials to bring.
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February 24, 2018
Join the Estuary Center for fish printing fun!
$3 for members
$5 non-members
