Calendar of Events

Events in February 2024

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January 28, 2024(2 events)

Nancy Barrett Photography Exhibition -- Birds of the Quiet Corner

December 1, 2023 N/A -

Nancy spends much of her time outdoors, photographing the natural world. This exhibition features dramatic black and white portraits, leading you to focus on the details of an individual bird’s field marks, plumage and shape. The exhibition also includes Nancy’s popular wrapped canvas color prints of both birds and landscapes. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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Jean Burdick Quilt Exhibition

January 7, 2024 N/A -

Hampton resident, Jean Burdick has been sewing quilts for decades and giving them as gifts to friends and relatives. The quilts in this exhibition have been loaned to the Center by the lucky recipients of Jean’s work. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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January 29, 2024(2 events)

Nancy Barrett Photography Exhibition -- Birds of the Quiet Corner

December 1, 2023 N/A -

Nancy spends much of her time outdoors, photographing the natural world. This exhibition features dramatic black and white portraits, leading you to focus on the details of an individual bird’s field marks, plumage and shape. The exhibition also includes Nancy’s popular wrapped canvas color prints of both birds and landscapes. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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Jean Burdick Quilt Exhibition

January 7, 2024 N/A -

Hampton resident, Jean Burdick has been sewing quilts for decades and giving them as gifts to friends and relatives. The quilts in this exhibition have been loaned to the Center by the lucky recipients of Jean’s work. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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January 30, 2024(4 events)

Nancy Barrett Photography Exhibition -- Birds of the Quiet Corner

December 1, 2023 N/A -

Nancy spends much of her time outdoors, photographing the natural world. This exhibition features dramatic black and white portraits, leading you to focus on the details of an individual bird’s field marks, plumage and shape. The exhibition also includes Nancy’s popular wrapped canvas color prints of both birds and landscapes. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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Jean Burdick Quilt Exhibition

January 7, 2024 N/A -

Hampton resident, Jean Burdick has been sewing quilts for decades and giving them as gifts to friends and relatives. The quilts in this exhibition have been loaned to the Center by the lucky recipients of Jean’s work. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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Little Nature Explorers

January 30, 2024 10:00 am - 10:45 am Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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Owl Prowl

January 30, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

When the sun goes down and we're settling in for the evening, owls are just getting started with their day. Winter is one of the best times of year to look for these fascinating birds, as many are already nesting, looking for mates, and establishing territory. We'll look and listen for these incredible birds and learn what makes them so unique in the bird world. Bring a headlamp or flashlight and binoculars, and bundle up! Appropriate for ages 10 and up.

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January 31, 2024(2 events)

Nancy Barrett Photography Exhibition -- Birds of the Quiet Corner

December 1, 2023 N/A -

Nancy spends much of her time outdoors, photographing the natural world. This exhibition features dramatic black and white portraits, leading you to focus on the details of an individual bird’s field marks, plumage and shape. The exhibition also includes Nancy’s popular wrapped canvas color prints of both birds and landscapes. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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Jean Burdick Quilt Exhibition

January 7, 2024 N/A -

Hampton resident, Jean Burdick has been sewing quilts for decades and giving them as gifts to friends and relatives. The quilts in this exhibition have been loaned to the Center by the lucky recipients of Jean’s work. The exhibition runs through January. Free admission.

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February 1, 2024(1 event)

Junior Animal Care Keepers

February 1, 2024 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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February 2, 2024(2 events)

First Friday Hike at Deer Pond Farm - Cancelled

February 2, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Cancelled due to weather

Embrace your love of the outdoors on our First Friday Hike! Explore the forests, wetlands, and meadows at Deer Pond Farm on a beautiful winter hike with our adventurous volunteer leaders. Please come dressed for the weather.

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Friday Afternoon Guided Walk

February 2, 2024 1:00 pm -

Enjoy an invigorating hike on the trails of the Edwin Way Teale Memorial Sanctuary in Hampton. Limited to 12 participants. Register by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free CAS members; $3 non-members. 

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February 3, 2024(3 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 3, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Eagle Watch

February 3, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Winter along the Connecticut River is a great time to see Bald Eagles as they head from frozen inland waters to open waters along the coast. We'll search the waters and shores of North Cove for eagles and other winter residents too.

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Opening Reception -- Trail Wood Reflections

February 3, 2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 4, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 4, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 5, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 5, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 6, 2024(3 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 6, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Bird & Nature Walk at Deer Pond Farm

February 6, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

$5 Members, $10 Non-Members
In the spirit of Valentines Day, join CT Audubon’s conservation manager, Stefan Martin, at Deer Pond Farm to learn about local birds such as Bald Eagle and Great-horned Owl that are already preparing for the breeding season. Plus, prepare for the Great Backyard Bird Count citizen science project occurring from February 16-19!
Register here for the February 6 bird and nature walk.

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Owl Prowl at the Arboretum

February 6, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

When most of us are heading to bed, many owl species are just starting their day. These incredible birds have unique adaptations for hunting at night, and are loved and admired by birders and non-birders alike. Late winter is one of the best times to see and hear these birds, as they start defending territory and finding mates. Join CT Audubon Society’s Joe Attwater as we search the Connecticut College Arboretum for these mysterious birds.

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February 7, 2024(4 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 7, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Winter Tree ID Walk at Deer Pond Farm

February 7, 2024 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

No Fee
Even without leaves, trees offer many clues about their identity: bark color and texture, overall form, habitat, and twig characteristics. Join Connecticut Audubon Society Master Naturalists John Ehrenreich, author of Native Trees of Connecticut, and Diane Nizlek for the winter edition of Deer Pond Farm’s seasonal Tree ID Program. This program will begin indoors, where identification basics will be reviewed before hitting the trails for a walk to put our new ID skills to work. If you wish, bring a bagged lunch and join us inside after the walk. Snow/weather date February 15.
Register here for the February 7 tree identification walk.

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Owls Webinar

February 7, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

As most of us are getting ready for bed owls are just getting started with their days. These fascinating birds capture the attention of birders and non-birders alike, and have some of the most unique adaptations of any group of birds. In this webinar,  Conservation and Education Coordinator Joe Attwater will go over how these birds have adapted to life in darkness, and which ones you can see in CT.

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Trail Wood Troubadours

February 7, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join our casual group on the first Wednesday of every month to play music written from 1959 to 1993, the years Edwin and Nellie Teale lived at Trail Wood. Songs can be viewed in advance on a PDF. Chords and words will be projected on screen so everyone can follow along! Limited to 10 participants.  Registration required by calling Paul Tedeschi at 860-798-2134 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Free, donations appreciated!

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February 8, 2024(3 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 8, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Revealing the Natural World in Winter

February 8, 2024 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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Junior Animal Care Keepers

February 8, 2024 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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February 9, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 9, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Friday Afternoon Guided Walk

February 9, 2024 1:00 pm -

Enjoy an invigorating hike on the trails of the Edwin Way Teale Memorial Sanctuary in Hampton. Limited to 12 participants. Register by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free CAS members; $3 non-members. 

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February 10, 2024(4 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 10, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Winter Waterfowl Walk

February 10, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Winter in Connecticut means bundling up and heading to the coast to look for the numerous waterfowl species that overwinter here from breeding grounds further north. With sweeping views of Long Island Sound and Goshen Cove, Harkness Memorial State Park provides the perfect habitat for many of these birds.

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Second Saturday Hike at Deer Pond Farm

February 10, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

February 10, 10 a.m. to Noon
No Fee
Get your heart pumping on a fast-paced winter hike! Join us for fresh air, exercise, and good company on this volunteer-led hike through the beautiful forests, meadows and wetlands at Deer Pond Farm. Please dress for the weather.
Register here for the February 10 hike.

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Nature Sketchbook Journaling

February 10, 2024 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Roxanne Steed will teach the practice of the "10 minute-sketch-walk." You will learn various aspects of keeping a nature journal, including how to finish its pages with paint and detail. Items to bring: a watercolor sketchbook, permanent markers, a portable watercolor kit, a small cup to hold water, and paper towels. Call 860-928-4948 to register. Fee:  $15 CAS members; $25 non-members.

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February 11, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 11, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Second Sunday Walk

February 11, 2024 2:00 pm -

Join Trail Wood caretakers Laura and Paul Tedeschi for an afternoon walk on the trails. Each walk begins with an Edwin Way Teale reading. Canceled in the event of heavy precipitation or high winds.  Register by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free CAS members; $5 non-members. 

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February 12, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 12, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 13, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 13, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 14, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 14, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 16, 2024(4 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 16, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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School Day Off Winter Fun

February 16, 2024 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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School Day Off Winter Fun

February 16, 2024 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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Friday Afternoon Guided Walk

February 16, 2024 1:00 pm -

Enjoy an invigorating hike on the trails of the Edwin Way Teale Memorial Sanctuary in Hampton. Limited to 12 participants. Register by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free CAS members; $3 non-members. 

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February 17, 2024(3 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 17, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Great Backyard Bird Count Walk

February 17, 2024 9:00 am - 10:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Every February, people from around the world contribute data in one of the largest citizen science projects in the world. It’s easy to participate in the Great Backyard Bird count and you can do it anywhere you find birds! Learn how to participate in the count and search for birds with us at the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center, then take that knowledge and count birds in your own backyard all weekend!

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Winter Walk at Banningwood Preserve

February 17, 2024 10:30 am - 12:30 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

When it’s cold and snowing outside it can seem as if nature is standing still, waiting for warmer weather. But take a walk outside and you’ll see that life abounds and that plants and animals have amazing adaptations to surviving winter here in Connecticut. We’ll search for the state’s winter inhabitants and learn about what plants and animals do when the temperature drops, and the ground is covered in snow.

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February 18, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 18, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Clear Day Thunder: Restoring the American Chestnut -- Documentary and Discussion

February 18, 2024 2:00 pm -

Join us to view The American Chestnut Foundation’s (TACF) documentary, Clear Day Thunder:  Rescuing the American Chestnut. The screening will be followed by a question and answer session with Jack Swatt, president of the Connecticut chapter of TACF, and Ginny Patsun, manager of the TACF seed orchard in Stafford. The phrase “clear day thunder” has a sad derivation. It is a description of the sound of gigantic, dead chestnut trees crashing to the forest floor. Learn how passionate people involved in the restoration effort are motivated to bring this iconic tree back to the forests of the east. Free.

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February 19, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 19, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Documentary Screening -- Brave Blue World

February 19, 2024 6:30 pm -

Narrated by actor Liam Neeson, Brave Blue World considers what is being done to address the world’s needs for access to clean water and effective sanitation services. A discussion led by Marc Morgan from Casella Waste follows the screening. No registration required. Free popcorn. Free admission.

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February 20, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 20, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 21, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 21, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 22, 2024(3 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 22, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery Bird Walk

February 22, 2024 9:00 am -

Located in Plainfield, the fish hatchery often has many species of wintering birds, since it has a variety of habitats — open water, conifer trees, and heavy shrub areas. Andy Rzeznikiewicz will lead you around the extensive grounds, one of the best birding areas in Windham County. Register by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948. Fee:  $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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Revealing the Natural World in Winter

February 22, 2024 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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February 23, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 23, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Friday Afternoon Guided Walk

February 23, 2024 1:00 pm -

Enjoy an invigorating hike on the trails of the Edwin Way Teale Memorial Sanctuary in Hampton. Limited to 12 participants. Register by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free CAS members; $3 non-members. 

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February 24, 2024(4 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 24, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Winter Bird Walk at Cross Lots

February 24, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

While many are dormant in winter, there are still plenty of bird species to see out and about during the colder months, including some of our most charismatic species. We'll bundle up and search for these hardy birds at some of the best birding spots in southern Connecticut.

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Snow Bound Poetry Walk

February 24, 2024 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Inspired by a book of American poetry in Edwin Way Teale's library, which he hand-labeled Snow Bound, we will stop by a few locations for readings. Weather and trail conditions permitting. Registration requested by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free CAS members; $5 non-members.

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Owl Walk

February 24, 2024 6:00 pm -

Andy Rzezniekiewicz will attempt to call in owls. Most likely to respond are screech owls and barred owls. Great-horned owls also sometimes come in. Register by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948. Fee:  $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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February 25, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 25, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 26, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 26, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 27, 2024(1 event)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 27, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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February 28, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 28, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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FrogWatch Training

February 28, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Become a certified FrogWatch USA volunteer during our 90 minute training program, where you'll learn how to identify frogs and toads by call, and how to collect and submit valuable population data to a national survey. Volunteers only need to attend one workshop and successfully pass the amphibian assessment.  Following the 90 minute virtual training there will be an optional virtual tour of Mystic Aquarium’s Frogs! exhibit.

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February 29, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

February 29, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Revealing the Natural World in Winter

February 29, 2024 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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March 1, 2024(3 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

March 1, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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First Friday Hike at Deer Pond Farm

March 1, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

March a few beautiful miles with us on our First Friday Hike! Our volunteers will be leading the way on a two-to-three-mile hike, which is a great way to get to know the 15-mile trail network at Deer Pond Farm. Please come dressed for the weather.
Register here for the March 1 hike.

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Friday Afternoon Guided Walk

March 1, 2024 1:00 pm -

Enjoy an invigorating hike on the trails of the Edwin Way Teale Memorial Sanctuary in Hampton. Limited to 12 participants. Register by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free CAS members; $3 non-members. 

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March 2, 2024(2 events)

Trail Wood Reflections

March 2, 2024 N/A -

This exhibition is of written and visual works inspired by summer 2023 residencies at Trail Wood in Hampton. Featured artists and writers are Ginny Lowe Connors, Alison Granucci, Jennifer Iwasyk, Ashely Maker, and Diane Nizlek. Their works will be on display through March 2. Free admission.

For more information about the Edwin Way Teale Artists-in-Residence Program, click here. Applications for summer 2024 may be submitted through February.

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Waterfowl Walk

March 2, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Winter in Connecticut means numerous waterfowl species head to the coast in search of open water. We'll search for late winter waterfowl in the sheltered waters of South Cove, before they head back to their breeding grounds further north.

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