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Events in October 2018

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September 30, 2018
October 1, 2018
October 2, 2018
October 3, 2018(1 event)

Fall Foliage Bird Walks with Miley Bull

October 3, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Join us for these guided walks to enjoy the changing foliage, as well as migrating and resident birds. We’ll explore the diverse habitats which support a variety of birds that Miley Bull, senior director of science and conservation will help identify by sight and sound. All levels of birders are welcome. Binoculars and walking sticks available to borrow.

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

Free for members
$5 non-members

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October 4, 2018(2 events)

Guided Trail Walk

October 4, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Guided trail walk at Champlain North, Old Lyme

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Guide Paddle

October 4, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

 Guided Paddle at Black Hall River, Old Lyme

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October 5, 2018(1 event)

An Evening with Teddy: The Conservation President

October 5, 2018 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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October 6, 2018(2 events)

Guided Trail Walk

October 6, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Guided Trail Walk at Copp Family Park, Groton

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October 7, 2018
October 8, 2018
October 9, 2018(2 events)

Sea Squirts: Fall Frolics

October 9, 2018 10:00 am - 11:00 am Coastal Center at Milford Point
Coastal Center at Milford Point
1 Milford Point Road
Milford, CT 06460
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Junior Animal Care Keeper

October 9, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

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October 10, 2018
October 11, 2018(1 event)

Guided Trail Walk

October 11, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Guided trail walk at Jewett Preserve, Lyme

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October 12, 2018
October 13, 2018(2 events)

Guided Trail Walk

October 13, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Guided trail walk at Hammonasset State Beach, Meig's Point

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October 14, 2018(2 events)

Children’s Story Time with Walk

October 14, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Learn about birds, migration and more as Elissa Johnson, science teacher and librarian reads Flute’s Journey: The Life of a Wood Thrush written and illustrated by Lynne Cherry. A short walk through our new bird and pollinator garden and around two nearby ponds will follow .

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

 

 

Free for members
$5. Non-members
$10 Family non-members

To register, click here

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Birding Basics with Jim Arrigoni at Deer Pond Farm

October 14, 2018 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

The world of bird watching can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! This gentle introduction assumes nothing, except that you are curious to learn more about enjoying these wondrous creatures. We will cover use of binoculars and the variety of clues that help to identify different kinds of birds. Bring (or borrow from us) binoculars and all the questions you have about bird watching but were afraid to ask.

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

Free for members
$5. Non-members
$10 Family non-members

To register, click here

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October 15, 2018
October 16, 2018(1 event)

Nature Hike with Jim Arrigoni at Deer Pond Farm

October 16, 2018 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Join Jim Arrigoni, conservation biologist, on a hike through the varied habitats of Deer Pond Farm. The focus will be on covering many trails (approximately 3 miles) at a good pace, although we will stop at points of natural history interest along the way. The route will be moderately strenuous with several hundred feet elevation changes.

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

Free for members
$5 non-members
$10 non-member family

Tuesday, October 16
4 p.m.
To register, click here

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October 17, 2018
October 18, 2018(1 event)

Guided Trail Walk

October 18, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Guided trail walk at Clark Community Park, Old Saybrook

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October 19, 2018(1 event)

Fall Foliage Bird Walks with Miley Bull

October 19, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Join us for these guided walks to enjoy the changing foliage, as well as migrating and resident birds. We’ll explore the diverse habitats which support a variety of birds that Miley Bull, senior director of science and conservation will help identify by sight and sound. All levels of birders are welcome. Binoculars and walking sticks available to borrow.

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

Free for members
$5 non-members

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=57+Wakeman+Hill+Road++Sherman+CT+06784++USA

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October 20, 2018(1 event)

Feathers and Foliage

October 20, 2018 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Experience the beautiful fall foliage and migrating birds of Connecticut at the Connecticut College Arboretum in New London.

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October 21, 2018(1 event)

Photograpy Fun!

October 21, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Avid wildlife photographers Brian Bennett, Sharon Cuartero and Rich Stone will lead this family friendly walk in which the emphasis is increasing your comfort level with your camera and nature photography. They will share a variety of helpful hints and help you understand the capabilities and limitations of your camera while we enjoy the beauty of Deer Pond Farm during the changing season. All levels are welcome.

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

Free for members
$5. Non-members
$10 Family non-members

To register, click here

 

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October 22, 2018
October 23, 2018(1 event)

Mural Reveal Open House

October 23, 2018 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Mural Reveal and Open House

Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center, Old Lyme

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October 24, 2018(2 events)

October Bird Walk

October 24, 2018 8:00 am - 11:30 am Coastal Center at Milford Point
Coastal Center at Milford Point
1 Milford Point Road
Milford, CT 06460
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Autumn Ecology Walk with Jim Arrigoni

October 24, 2018 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Enjoy the crisp air and fall foliage on a walk with conservation biologist Jim Arrigoni. Many bird species have migrated south, but many remain, and others from the  north have taken their place. Walk will emphasize highlights of this seasonal transition as plants and animals prepare for the cold months ahead. Binoculars recommended.

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

Free for members
$5. Non-members
$10 Family non-members

To register, click here

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October 25, 2018(1 event)

Guided Trail Walk

October 25, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Guided trail walk at Ames Family Preserve, Old Lyme

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October 26, 2018(1 event)

Enchanted Forest

October 26, 2018 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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October 27, 2018
October 28, 2018(2 events)

Going Batty for Chocolate

October 28, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Coastal Center at Milford Point
Coastal Center at Milford Point
1 Milford Point Road
Milford, CT 06460
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Bottle Cap Mural Project

October 28, 2018 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Coastal Center at Milford Point
Coastal Center at Milford Point
1 Milford Point Road
Milford, CT 06460
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October 29, 2018
October 30, 2018
October 31, 2018(1 event)

Fall Foliage Bird Walks with Miley Bull

October 31, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Join us for these guided walks to enjoy the changing foliage, as well as migrating and resident birds. We’ll explore the diverse habitats which support a variety of birds that Miley Bull, senior director of science and conservation will help identify by sight and sound. All levels of birders are welcome. Binoculars and walking sticks available to borrow.

Dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.  Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure.

Free for members
$5 non-members

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=57+Wakeman+Hill+Road++Sherman+CT+06784++USA

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November 1, 2018(2 events)

Guided Trail Walk

November 1, 2018 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Guided trail walk at Chapel Farm Preserve, East Haddam

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Estuary Explorations

November 1, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Selden Creek From Above

Selden Creek Preserve, Lyme

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November 2, 2018
November 3, 2018(4 events)

Birding Basics

November 3, 2018 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
CT

Birding Basics at Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford 

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Boy Scout Badge Day

November 3, 2018 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Saw-whet Owl Banding

November 3, 2018 8:00 pm - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

This exciting program will be memorable.  Bring your camera. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Road in Pomfret.  Please register early at 860-928-4948.  Limit 20 people.  Fee $15 CAS Members/ $25 Non-members. (Note: Rescheduled if inclement weather)

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