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August 29, 2021(2 events)

Beginning Birding Walk

August 29, 2021 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT
860-799-4074

Are you new to birding? Would you like help with binocular use and bird identification? In this 1.5 hour program field guides, apps and tips, including bird size & shape, color, behavior and habitat to help with identification will be shared.

Sunday, August 29, 11 a.m. with Ryan MacLean

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Butterfly Walk

August 29, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT
860-799-4074

Over 40 butterfly species have been identified at Deer Pond Farm, a certified Monarch Waystation through Monarch Watch. Learn about butterflies as we go through our pollinator garden and meadows. Identification tips as well as habitat needs, including host and nectar plants will be shared. Leader: Ryan MacLean

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August 30, 2021
August 31, 2021
September 1, 2021
September 2, 2021
September 3, 2021(1 event)

First Friday Hike

September 3, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Join our volunteers, Mary Ann and Allison for fresh air, exercise and good company on a hike. Each month we’ll explore different trails. Pace of hike adjusted to participants. Hiking poles are helpful.

No Fee

Friday, September 3
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Register here.

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

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September 4, 2021
September 5, 2021(1 event)

Bird Banding Demonstration

September 5, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Observe Andy Rzeznikiewicz and fellow banders capture and band numerous birds. You may even get to release a bird or two. Each session should produce different bird species, as migration progresses. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members

Please register for the following programs by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org Include name, phone number, date & title of walk, and number of people. Andy will contact you to confirm.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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September 6, 2021
September 7, 2021(2 events)

Tuesday Morning Bird Walks

September 7, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259
860-928-4948

(Registration NOT necessary.)

Every Tuesday in September and October at 8 a.m.

Join Andy as he points out various bird species. Bring binoculars and wear drab clothing. We’ll visit various locations around the sanctuary looking for concentrations of birds. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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For the Birds - Swallows and Swifts

September 7, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Each fall these aerial insectivores dazzle Connecticut residents with their acrobatics and stunning migration displays. Learn about these incredible fliers and how they live both here in Connecticut and worldwide.

September 7 -Week 1: Highly adapted to life on the wing, we will go over how swallows and swifts fly and feed, breeding habits, conservation, and general ID tips.
September 14 -Week 2: In week 2, dive deeper with with your identification skills and begin to distinguish between species.
September 21 -Week 3: Though Connecticut only sees a handful of swallow and swift species, there are many others throughout the world.  This week, learn about some of the other species found in the United States and beyond.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

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September 8, 2021(2 events)

Bull Hill Bird Walk

September 8, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259
18609284948

Saturday, October 2 at 8 a.m.

Previously during fall migration at this location we found many migrating warblers and kinglets, including Cape May, Nashville and Orange-crowned Warblers! Gray-cheeked and Swainson’s Thrushes have also been seen. We might observe hawks at the scenic overlook, if the weather conditions are right. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

Please register for the following programs by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org Include name, phone number, date & title of walk, and number of people. Andy will contact you to confirm.

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Swallow Paddles

September 8, 2021 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Every September near the mouth of the Connecticut River, one of the most spectacular shows in the avian world takes place. Hundreds of thousands of Tree Swallows gather right at sunset to roost in the reeds, preparing for the southbound journey in migration. The best way to see it is from a boat on the river, where you’ll be surrounded by swallows flying over the water. We’ll launch a kayak or canoe, and paddle upriver to the roosting site. Each participant must provide their own kayak or canoe and PFD.  Participants are also encouraged to bring a headlamp or light for their canoe/kayak.  Limited to 10 participants. Participants must be ages 18 and up.  $20/members $30/non-members

Paddles launch from Pilgrim's Landing, Old Lyme. Return time is around 8:00 p.m.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

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September 9, 2021(1 event)

Naturalist Training Program

September 9, 2021 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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September 10, 2021(1 event)

Friday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail Wood

September 10, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
93 Kenyan Road
Hampton, CT 06247
Tonga
860-928-4948
Every Friday at 1 p.m.
Join nature enthusiast Amy Porter for a leisurely walk at Trail Wood. All ages welcome. Call 860-928-4948 to register. Members free; Non-members $3.
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September 11, 2021(1 event)

Bird Banding Demonstration

September 11, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Observe Andy Rzeznikiewicz and fellow banders capture and band numerous birds. You may even get to release a bird or two. Each session should produce different bird species, as migration progresses. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members

Please register for the following programs by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org Include name, phone number, date & title of walk, and number of people. Andy will contact you to confirm.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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September 12, 2021
September 13, 2021
September 14, 2021(3 events)

Tuesday Morning Bird Walks

September 14, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259
860-928-4948

(Registration NOT necessary.)

Every Tuesday in September and October at 8 a.m.

Join Andy as he points out various bird species. Bring binoculars and wear drab clothing. We’ll visit various locations around the sanctuary looking for concentrations of birds. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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Bird Walks at RTP Estuary Center

September 14, 2021 9:00 am - 10:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Join us for an hour on Tuesday mornings in September as we tour the new home of the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center along the Lieutenant River, looking for our remaining summer bird species and the numerous migrating birds making their way into the state. Registration is required. $5 members; $10 non-members

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

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For the Birds - Swallows and Swifts

September 14, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Each fall these aerial insectivores dazzle Connecticut residents with their acrobatics and stunning migration displays. Learn about these incredible fliers and how they live both here in Connecticut and worldwide.

September 7 -Week 1: Highly adapted to life on the wing, we will go over how swallows and swifts fly and feed, breeding habits, conservation, and general ID tips.
September 14 -Week 2: In week 2, dive deeper with with your identification skills and begin to distinguish between species.
September 21 -Week 3: Though Connecticut only sees a handful of swallow and swift species, there are many others throughout the world.  This week, learn about some of the other species found in the United States and beyond.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

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September 15, 2021(1 event)

Swallow Paddles

September 15, 2021 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Every September near the mouth of the Connecticut River, one of the most spectacular shows in the avian world takes place. Hundreds of thousands of Tree Swallows gather right at sunset to roost in the reeds, preparing for the southbound journey in migration. The best way to see it is from a boat on the river, where you’ll be surrounded by swallows flying over the water. We’ll launch a kayak or canoe, and paddle upriver to the roosting site. Each participant must provide their own kayak or canoe and PFD.  Participants are also encouraged to bring a headlamp or light for their canoe/kayak.  Limited to 10 participants. Participants must be ages 18 and up.  $20/members $30/non-members

Paddles launch from Pilgrim's Landing, Old Lyme. Return time is around 8:00 p.m.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

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September 16, 2021(1 event)

Trail Wood Bird Walks

September 16, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am
93 Kenyon Road
Hampton, CT 06247
18609284948

Thursdays, Sept. 16 & Oct. 21 at 8 a.m.

Andy will search for various bird species on these guided walks. Bring binoculars and wear drab clothing. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

Please register for the following programs by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org Include name, phone number, date & title of walk, and number of people. Andy will contact you to confirm.

 

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September 17, 2021(1 event)

Friday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail Wood

September 17, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
93 Kenyan Road
Hampton, CT 06247
Tonga
860-928-4948
Every Friday at 1 p.m.
Join nature enthusiast Amy Porter for a leisurely walk at Trail Wood. All ages welcome. Call 860-928-4948 to register. Members free; Non-members $3.
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September 18, 2021(1 event)

Family Friendly Hawk Watch

September 18, 2021 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784

Throughout the fall and early winter, birds of prey are on the move! Hawks, Eagles, Vultures and Falcons will be flying Southbound overhead, moving to their wintering grounds. Join Stefan Martin, habitat steward as we look to the sky to identify and learn about these birds as they pass over Deer Pond Farm. Mid to late September is peak Broad-winged Hawk migration. Last year, on this very date, over 700 Broad-winged Hawks were counted at Deer Pond Farm. Though we cannot guarantee what species or the numbers that will be observed, educational information on birds of prey will be provided. Additionally, story time and activity will be available for children. Hawk Rising by Maria Gianferrari, a nonfiction book that explore behaviors of hawks will be read. An activity that demonstrates flying will follow.

Saturday, September 18, 1 p.m. with Stefan Martin
Register here.

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September 19, 2021(1 event)

Bird Banding Demonstration

September 19, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Observe Andy Rzeznikiewicz and fellow banders capture and band numerous birds. You may even get to release a bird or two. Each session should produce different bird species, as migration progresses. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members

Please register for the following programs by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org Include name, phone number, date & title of walk, and number of people. Andy will contact you to confirm.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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September 20, 2021
September 21, 2021(2 events)

Tuesday Morning Bird Walks

September 21, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259
860-928-4948

(Registration NOT necessary.)

Every Tuesday in September and October at 8 a.m.

Join Andy as he points out various bird species. Bring binoculars and wear drab clothing. We’ll visit various locations around the sanctuary looking for concentrations of birds. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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For the Birds - Swallows and Swifts

September 21, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Each fall these aerial insectivores dazzle Connecticut residents with their acrobatics and stunning migration displays. Learn about these incredible fliers and how they live both here in Connecticut and worldwide.

September 7 -Week 1: Highly adapted to life on the wing, we will go over how swallows and swifts fly and feed, breeding habits, conservation, and general ID tips.
September 14 -Week 2: In week 2, dive deeper with with your identification skills and begin to distinguish between species.
September 21 -Week 3: Though Connecticut only sees a handful of swallow and swift species, there are many others throughout the world.  This week, learn about some of the other species found in the United States and beyond.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

More information about For the Birds - Swallows and Swifts

September 22, 2021(2 events)

Bird Walks at RTP Estuary Center

September 22, 2021 9:00 am - 10:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Join us for an hour on Tuesday mornings in September as we tour the new home of the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center along the Lieutenant River, looking for our remaining summer bird species and the numerous migrating birds making their way into the state. Registration is required. $5 members; $10 non-members

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

More information about Bird Walks at RTP Estuary Center

Swallow Paddles

September 22, 2021 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Every September near the mouth of the Connecticut River, one of the most spectacular shows in the avian world takes place. Hundreds of thousands of Tree Swallows gather right at sunset to roost in the reeds, preparing for the southbound journey in migration. The best way to see it is from a boat on the river, where you’ll be surrounded by swallows flying over the water. We’ll launch a kayak or canoe, and paddle upriver to the roosting site. Each participant must provide their own kayak or canoe and PFD.  Participants are also encouraged to bring a headlamp or light for their canoe/kayak.  Limited to 10 participants. Participants must be ages 18 and up.  $20/members $30/non-members

Paddles launch from Pilgrim's Landing, Old Lyme. Return time is around 8:00 p.m.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

More information about Swallow Paddles

September 23, 2021(1 event)

Naturalist Training Program

September 23, 2021 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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September 24, 2021(1 event)

Friday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail Wood

September 24, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
93 Kenyan Road
Hampton, CT 06247
Tonga
860-928-4948
Every Friday at 1 p.m.
Join nature enthusiast Amy Porter for a leisurely walk at Trail Wood. All ages welcome. Call 860-928-4948 to register. Members free; Non-members $3.
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September 25, 2021(1 event)

Fall Migration Walk

September 25, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Connecticut College Arboretum, New London

With birds from further north moving through the state mixing with departing summer residents, fall in Connecticut is an exciting time to go birding. It’s also one of the most difficult times to identify species, with so many juvenile birds and birds in non-breeding plumage. The Native Plant Collection and Bolleswood Natural Area of the Connecticut College Arboretum provides wetlands, deciduous and coniferous forests, and more, all of which attract a diverse array of migrating songbirds! Join teacher-naturalist Joe Attwater from the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center as we look for migrating warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and more! Free for CT Audubon and Arboretum members; $5 for non-members

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

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September 26, 2021(1 event)

Bird Banding Demonstration

September 26, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Observe Andy Rzeznikiewicz and fellow banders capture and band numerous birds. You may even get to release a bird or two. Each session should produce different bird species, as migration progresses. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members

Please register for the following programs by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org Include name, phone number, date & title of walk, and number of people. Andy will contact you to confirm.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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September 27, 2021
September 28, 2021(2 events)

Tuesday Morning Bird Walks

September 28, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259
860-928-4948

(Registration NOT necessary.)

Every Tuesday in September and October at 8 a.m.

Join Andy as he points out various bird species. Bring binoculars and wear drab clothing. We’ll visit various locations around the sanctuary looking for concentrations of birds. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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Bird Walks at RTP Estuary Center

September 28, 2021 9:00 am - 10:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Join us for an hour on Tuesday mornings in September as we tour the new home of the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center along the Lieutenant River, looking for our remaining summer bird species and the numerous migrating birds making their way into the state. Registration is required. $5 members; $10 non-members

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+

More information about Bird Walks at RTP Estuary Center

September 29, 2021(1 event)

Introduced Bird Species of CT Webinar

September 29, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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BIRD WALKS

While there are hundreds of native bird species found in Connecticut, there are a handful that are not native to the state. The effects these birds have on the environment and us varies, and some have become among the most common birds in the state. In this webinar, teacher-naturalist Joe Attwater will go over the introduced species found in the state and how they got here.

Joe will discuss:

  • Effects of introduced species
  • How introduced species get here
  • Introduced bird species of CT

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September 30, 2021(3 events)

Gellert Preserve Bird Walk

September 30, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259
18609284948

Thursday, September 30 at 8 a.m.

This is the prime time to find fall warblers, vireos, and hawks. This Wyndham Land Trust preserve has large fields and is located on a hilltop, so migrating birds should be plentiful. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

Please register for the following program by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org Include name, phone number, date & title of walk, and number of people. Andy will contact you to confirm.

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Naturalist Training Program

September 30, 2021 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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October 1, 2021(1 event)

Friday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail Wood

October 1, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
93 Kenyan Road
Hampton, CT 06247
Tonga
860-928-4948
Every Friday at 1 p.m.
Join nature enthusiast Amy Porter for a leisurely walk at Trail Wood. All ages welcome. Call 860-928-4948 to register. Members free; Non-members $3.
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October 2, 2021

 

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