Calendar of Events

Name: Nature Store August Sale at the Center at Fairfield
Start: 2018-08-01T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2018-08-31T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Center at Fairfield

Events in July 2018

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1	2	3	4	5	6 Grand Grounds Opening Preview for Sherman Residents Grand Grounds Opening Preview for Sherman Residents July 6, 2018 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Sherman residents, join us for this special opening in recognition of your support and welcome to the Sherman community. The grounds and trails will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for you to enjoy on your own. A bird walk led by Cathy Hagadorn, director, and Jim Arrigoni, conservation biologist, will begin at 10 a.m. We look forward to welcoming our neighbors and thank you for being part of the legacy of the gift from the late Walter and Kathy Wriston. Free for Sherman residents. To register for the bird walk, click here Dress for walks that cover approximately 1.5 miles along moderately hilly terrain and the weather. Inclement weather cancels. Bring binoculars, camera, bug spray, sunscreen and a sense of adventure. Map to Grand Grounds Opening Preview for Sherman Residents More information about Grand Grounds Opening Preview for Sherman Residents	7 Grand Grounds Opening Early Morning Bird Walk Grand Grounds Opening Early Morning Bird Walk July 7, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am More information about Grand Grounds Opening Early Morning Bird Walk Grand Grounds Opening Remarks & Welcome Grand Grounds Opening Remarks & Welcome July 7, 2018 10:00 am - 10:30 am More information about Grand Grounds Opening Remarks & Welcome Grand Grounds Opening Skyhunters Birds of Prey Presentation Grand Grounds Opening Skyhunters Birds of Prey Presentation July 7, 2018 10:30 am - 11:30 am More information about Grand Grounds Opening Skyhunters Birds of Prey Presentation Grand Grounds Opening Guided Bird Walk Grand Grounds Opening Guided Bird Walk July 7, 2018 11:30 am - 1:30 pm More information about Grand Grounds Opening Guided Bird Walk
8	9	10	11 Guided Trail Walk Guided Trail Walk July 11, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am Guided trail walk at Watch Rock, Old Lyme More information about Guided Trail Walk Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni July 11, 2018 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map The birds are much quieter in mid-summer when they focus on raising their young, but there is still plenty to see and hear in July. Join us after the heat of the day has passed for a cool evening walk among the diverse field, forest and wetland habitats. Bullfrogs, crickets and katydids will serenade us while we enjoy the fireworks show put on by lightening bugs. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Wednesday, July 11 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni	12 Shoreline Stroll Shoreline Stroll July 12, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center CT Map Shoreline stroll at Rocky Neck State Park, East Lyme https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=+++CT++ More information about Shoreline Stroll Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni July 12, 2018 9:00 am - 11:00 am Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Join us as we explore the rich variety of habitats and botanical diversity. This gentle walk will focus on the identification and natural history of trees, shrubs, vines and wildflowers, and how the land at Deer Pond Farm is managed to promote biological diversity. You may wish to bring a hand lens for smaller flowers Thursday, July 12 9 a.m. To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni Advanced Volunteer Training: Monitoring & Data Collection Advanced Volunteer Training: Monitoring & Data Collection July 12, 2018 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Current volunteers may join, Jim Arrigoni, conservation biologist to learn about citizen science projects dedicated to monitoring trends in bird populations. Topics covered will include the rationale for monitoring and the nitty-gritty aspects of data collection. A variety of established projects will be addressed, including the Connecticut Bird Atlas, which we are currently collecting data. A short walk outside is included to put into practice protocols. To register, email Deirdra Wallin, program coordinator. Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Advanced Volunteer Training: Monitoring & Data Collection	13	14 Estuary Explorations - Guided Ecology Paddle Estuary Explorations - Guided Ecology Paddle July 14, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center CT Map Explore the maze of channels in Whalebone Cove, one of the most placid and wildlife-filled habitats in the lower Connecticut River, with conservationist Jim Arrigoni. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=+++CT++ More information about Estuary Explorations - Guided Ecology Paddle
15	16	17 Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni July 17, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Join us for a briskly-paced walk as we explore some different trails. We’ll look and listen for signs of birds and other wildlife while we keep a consistent pace through forests, meadows and around wetlands. We will take breaks at a few points of interest for naturalist lessons. Please bring water and hiking pole. Tuesday, July 17 9 a.m. to noon To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni Guided Estuary Paddle Guided Estuary Paddle July 17, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Guided Estuary Paddle at Smith Neck Town Landing, Old Lyme More information about Guided Estuary Paddle	18 Guided Trail Walk Guided Trail Walk July 18, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am Guided trail walk at the Connecticut College Arboretum, New London More information about Guided Trail Walk	19 Shoreline Stroll Shoreline Stroll July 19, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center CT Map Shoreline stroll at Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=+++CT++ More information about Shoreline Stroll	20 Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull July 20, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Join Miley Bull, senior director of science and conservation for The Connecticut Audubon Society for early morning bird walks at Deer Pond Farm in Sherman, CT. All levels of birders are welcome on these relaxing excursions along the trails on our way to the birding hot spot. We will look, listen and learn for our resident and summer birds as we collect data for the Connecticut Bird Atlas Survey. Birds we may encounter include: Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Bunting, Blue-winged Warbler, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, American Redstart and more! Dress for walks that cover approximately 1.5 miles along moderately hilly terrain and the weather. Inclement weather cancels. Bring binoculars, camera, bug spray, sunscreen and a sense of adventure. Free for members $5 non-members Friday, July 20 8 a.m. To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull	21
22	23 CC Summer Camp: July 23-July 27 CC Summer Camp: July 23-July 27 July 23, 2018 9:00 am - Coastal Center at Milford Point Coastal Center at Milford Point 1 Milford Point Road Milford, CT 06460 Map Summer camp is held through Friday, August 10 Click here for additional summer camp sessions. Just steps away from Long Island Sound with nature at our doorstep, programs offer hands-on, science-based exploration and enrichment activities that will inspire a life-long interest in wildlife and the environment. Activities take advantage of the Coastal Center at Milford Point’s natural features and seashore habitats! Advanced Aqua Quest (ages 10-13) Advanced Catch & Release: July 23-27: FILLED Click here to download the Camp brochure. Camp Forms: Registration Information Mail-in Registration Form Medical Form Medical Authorization Release Form https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=1+Milford+Point+Road++Milford+CT+06460+ More information about CC Summer Camp: July 23-July 27 FNC Summer Camp: July 23-July 27 FNC Summer Camp: July 23-July 27 July 23, 2018 9:00 am - Center at Fairfield Center at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 Map Summer camp is held through Friday, August 17 Click here for additional summer camp sessions. Spaces are still available for the Connecticut Audubon Society’s summer camp in Fairfield, which offers full and half-day sessions in a unique learning environment. Campers ages 4 through 14 attend week-long, science and nature-themed programs that use the varied habitats of the Larsen Wildlife Sanctuary and the Center’s interactive classroom facilities to inspire and build a life-long connection to, and appreciation for, the natural world. The staff is led by teacher-naturalists, with education/science experience, and is trained in first aid, CPR and Epi-Pen. High staff-to-camper ratio ensures a safe camp experience. Options for before and after care, and “lunch bunch” are available for half-day sessions. Preschool Programs Ages 4-5 (half-day sessions) Frogs and Friends! July 23-27 Completed Kindergarten-5th Grade Camps Reptile and Amphibian Mania: July 23-27 Completed 6-8th Grade Camps Aquatic Adventurers: July 23-27: FULL Click here to download the Camp brochure. Register for Summer Camp at the Center at Fairfield here! Camp Forms: Registration Information Registration Form Medical Form Medical Authorization Release Form Junior Counselor Application https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=2325+Burr+Street++Fairfield+CT+06824+ More information about FNC Summer Camp: July 23-July 27	24 Guided Estuary Paddle Guided Estuary Paddle July 24, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Guided Estuary Paddle at Lieutenant River State Boat Launch, Old Lyme More information about Guided Estuary Paddle	25 Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull July 25, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Join Miley Bull, senior director of science and conservation for The Connecticut Audubon Society for early morning bird walks at Deer Pond Farm in Sherman, CT. All levels of birders are welcome on these relaxing excursions along the trails on our way to the birding hot spot. We will look, listen and learn for our resident and summer birds as we collect data for the Connecticut Bird Atlas Survey. Birds we may encounter include: Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Bunting, Blue-winged Warbler, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, American Redstart and more! Dress for walks that cover approximately 1.5 miles along moderately hilly terrain and the weather. Inclement weather cancels. Bring binoculars, camera, bug spray, sunscreen and a sense of adventure. Free for members $5 non-members Wednesday, July 25 8 a.m. To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull Guided Trail Walk Guided Trail Walk July 25, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am Guided trail walk at Champlain Farm South, Old Lyme More information about Guided Trail Walk	26 Shoreline Stroll Shoreline Stroll July 26, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center CT Map Shoreline stroll at Hammonasset State Beach, Westbrook https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=+++CT++ More information about Shoreline Stroll	27 Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni July 27, 2018 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map The birds are much quieter in mid-summer when they focus on raising their young, but there is still plenty to see and hear in July. Join us after the heat of the day has passed for a cool evening walk among the diverse field, forest and wetland habitats. Bullfrogs, crickets and katydids will serenade us while we enjoy the fireworks show put on by lightening bugs. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Friday, July 27 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni	28 Birding Basics Birding Basics July 28, 2018 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center CT Map Enjoy the beautiful forests and wetlands of the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve in East Lyme, CT. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=+++CT++ More information about Birding Basics Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni July 28, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Join us for a family friendly short and leisurely nature walk on the gentle, mowed trails. We’ll explore ponds, meadow and forest habitats, pointing out plants, wildlife and other curiosities for young and old alike. Please note, children under age of 18, must be accompanied by an adult. Saturday, July 28 10 a.m. To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Birds & More: Ecology Walks with Jim Arrigoni
29 Observing Nature Through Sketching Observing Nature Through Sketching July 29, 2018 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center CT Map Join a local landscape artist and a CAS teacher-naturalist for a beginners sketching workshop for those who want to learn how to quickly capture what they observe in the natural world around them. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=+++CT++ More information about Observing Nature Through Sketching	30 FNC Summer Camp: July 30-August 3 FNC Summer Camp: July 30-August 3 July 30, 2018 9:00 am - Center at Fairfield Center at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 Map Summer camp is held through Friday, August 17 Click here for additional summer camp sessions. Spaces are still available for the Connecticut Audubon Society’s summer camp in Fairfield, which offers full and half-day sessions in a unique learning environment. Campers ages 4 through 14 attend week-long, science and nature-themed programs that use the varied habitats of the Larsen Wildlife Sanctuary and the Center’s interactive classroom facilities to inspire and build a life-long connection to, and appreciation for, the natural world. The staff is led by teacher-naturalists, with education/science experience, and is trained in first aid, CPR and Epi-Pen. High staff-to-camper ratio ensures a safe camp experience. Options for before and after care, and “lunch bunch” are available for half-day sessions. Preschool Programs Ages 4-5 (half-day sessions) Yuck Muck! July 30-August 3: FULL Completed Kindergarten-5th Grade Camps Muck It Up! July 30-August 3 Completed 6-8th Grade Camps Fun-Omental Physics: July 30-August 3: FULL Click here to download the Camp brochure. Register for Summer Camp at the Center at Fairfield here! Camp Forms: Registration Information Registration Form Medical Form Medical Authorization Release Form Junior Counselor Application https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=2325+Burr+Street++Fairfield+CT+06824+ More information about FNC Summer Camp: July 30-August 3	31 Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull July 31, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am Deer Pond Farm Deer Pond Farm 57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 860-799-4074 Map Join Miley Bull, senior director of science and conservation for The Connecticut Audubon Society for early morning bird walks at Deer Pond Farm in Sherman, CT. All levels of birders are welcome on these relaxing excursions along the trails on our way to the birding hot spot. We will look, listen and learn for our resident and summer birds as we collect data for the Connecticut Bird Atlas Survey. Birds we may encounter include: Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Bunting, Blue-winged Warbler, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, American Redstart and more! Dress for walks that cover approximately 1.5 miles along moderately hilly terrain and the weather. Inclement weather cancels. Bring binoculars, camera, bug spray, sunscreen and a sense of adventure. Free for members $5 non-members Tuesday, July 31 8 a.m. To register, click here Map to Deer Pond Farm More information about Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull Guided Estuary Paddle Guided Estuary Paddle July 31, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Guided Estuary Paddle at Stewart B. McKinney Refuge, Westbrook More information about Guided Estuary Paddle

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Calendar of Events

Events in July 2018

Grand Grounds Opening Preview for Sherman Residents

Grand Grounds Opening Early Morning Bird Walk

Grand Grounds Opening Remarks & Welcome

Grand Grounds Opening Skyhunters Birds of Prey Presentation

Grand Grounds Opening Guided Bird Walk

Advanced Volunteer Training: Monitoring & Data Collection

Early Morning Bird Walks with Miley Bull

Wildflower Identification