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September 1, 2022
Most of North America's shorebird species breed in the high arctic, and stay on the breeding grounds for only a brief period. Late summer means many of those species are making their southbound migration to their wintering grounds. Join us as we look for many of our shorebird species at some of the best spots around southeastern Connecticut, and learn how you can help these charismatic birds.
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September 2, 2022
Join volunteers Mary Ann and Allison for the First Friday Hike at Deer Pond Farm. Enjoy the late summer sunshine as we explore some of the 15 miles of trails spanning the preserve. It’s a great way to socialize, get some fresh air and exercise, and learn more about our corner of the world!
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No fee.
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September 7, 2022
Shorebirds are some of the champions of the bird world when it comes to migration. Most of the species that can be seen in CT breed in far north in the arctic, spending very little time on their breeding grounds before heading south again to their wintering grounds. In this webinar Conservation and Education Coordinator Joe Attwater will go over this incredible group of birds and which ones you can expect to see in CT.
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September 8, 2022
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September 10, 2022
Most of North America's shorebird species breed in the high arctic, and stay on the breeding grounds for only a brief period. Late summer in CT means many of those species are making their southbound migration to their wintering grounds. Join us as we look for many of our shorebird species at some of the best spots around southeastern Connecticut, and learn how you can help these charismatic birds.
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September 15, 2022
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September 16, 2022
Please Join Us at the Roger Tory Peterson Center Estuary Center for the 6th Annual Benefit! Experience a night celebrating the Diamondback Terrapin Turtle and our center’s mission. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvre, and a live and silent auction will be available. This annual benefit supports the science-based environmental education, research, and advocacy programs of the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center.
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September 17, 2022
Many shorebird species begin their southbound journeys to their wintering grounds in late summer, long before many songbird species are on the move. Among them are many juveniles and birds in non-breeding plumage, making identification a chore. We’ll go over what to look for in these late summer migrants, and the incredible journeys these birds make every year, all at one of the best stopover sites in southeastern Connecticut.
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September 20, 2022
Follow the progress of bird migration at our new sanctuary in Old Lyme this fall, and help us collect valuable bird data in the process. Because the RTP Estuary Center is a new sanctuary, you’ll be helping establish a baseline record of the birds that migrate through.
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September 20, 2022
Throughout the fall and early winter, birds of prey are on the move! Hawks, eagles, vultures, and falcons will be flying south, moving to their wintering grounds. Deer Pond Farm’s high vantage point of 1,200 feet elevation is a great place to observe and learn about these birds. Stop in anytime between 1 - 4 PM to join Habitat Steward Stefan Martin on the lawn behind the building. We will have spotting scopes set up, binoculars to borrow, and other raptor ID resources to utilize. Bring lawn chairs, binoculars, sun screen, and a spotting scope if you have one! Although we can’t guarantee sightings, there will be plenty to learn about and see during the program.
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No fee.
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September 22, 2022
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September 24, 2022
Celebrate the first weekend of autumn walking the trails and exploring different habitats on a gentle 1.5-mile tour with Conservation Biologist Jim Arrigoni. He’ll explain how plants and animals are preparing for the cooler weather. Every species has an adaptation or two that allow them to survive the winter, and for many it begins with preparation in the autumn. Join us as we learn about the various seasonal changes happening throughout Deer Pond Farm.
Register here.
Adult member: $5
Child member: Free
Adult non-member: $10
Child non-member: $5
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September 26, 2022
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September 29, 2022
Follow the progress of bird migration at our new sanctuary in Old Lyme this fall, and help us collect valuable bird data in the process. Because the RTP Estuary Center is a new sanctuary, you’ll be helping establish a baseline record of the birds that migrate through.
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September 29, 2022
