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October 3, 2021
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.
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October 3, 2021
Come join Alison Davis as she leads you into nature for observations of the wonders at Trail Wood and prompts you to write while in the quiet of the outdoors. Meet fellow nature lovers and writers of all levels. $10 members, $20 non members. Call to register, space is limited to 10 participants : 860-928-4948
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October 5, 2021
(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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October 5, 2021
Join us for an hour on Tuesday mornings 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
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October 5, 2021
Among the most capable predators in the world, birds of prey fascinate us with their incredible speed and power. Learn about what makes these birds so amazing and which species you can expect to see in Connecticut.
October 5 – Week 1: Week one starts with an overview of bird of prey adaptations, migration, and identification tips for identifying between the groups.
October 12 -Week 2: Connecticut has a wide variety of bird of prey species. In week two, delve into the vulture, falcon, kite, eagle and accipiter species found in Connecticut.
October 19 -Week 3: Buteo species are the most difficult birds of prey to identify. Week 3 will go through the different hawk species found in Connecticut.
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October 8, 2021
A lifelong nature lover, Nancy spends a significant amount of her time photographing the natural environment and landscape surrounding her home in the northeast corner of Connecticut. She is an advocate for preserving the beauty of wild places and her portfolio reminds us that travel to far-off destinations in not a requirement for wildlife and landscape photographers.
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October 8, 2021
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October 9, 2021
A lifelong nature lover, Nancy spends a significant amount of her time photographing the natural environment and landscape surrounding her home in the northeast corner of Connecticut. She is an advocate for preserving the beauty of wild places and her portfolio reminds us that travel to far-off destinations in not a requirement for wildlife and landscape photographers.
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October 9, 2021
Grasses are all around us – along roadsides and riverbanks, in fields and marshes – but many people are scared to try identifying them, thinking that “they all look alike” and that their identification requires a specialized vocabulary and a microscope. Not so! Lauren Brown,
co-author with Ted Elliman of Grasses, Sedges, Rushes: An Identification Guide, will show you how to tell one species from another using naked-eye characteristics and plain English. We will start with study in the classroom and then proceed to a riverfront property for identification in the field. It will be very useful for you to bring the above book, or its predecessor, Grasses: An Identification Guide by Lauren Brown. Participants will need transportation to proceed to the outdoor portion of the program. Registration required.
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October 9, 2021
Do you know the seven principles of Leave No Trace while taking part in recreational activities? Increasing your awareness of them helps minimize our human impact on the forest ecosystem – plants, animals and other people. We will learn about the seven principles and how we can make a difference in preserving our natural habitat for future generations as we hike the western trails to an overlook. Each of us plays a vital role every time we spend time anywhere outdoors.
Join our volunteers for fresh air, exercise and good company on a hike. Each month we’ll explore different trails and include information on various naturalist topics . Pace of hike adjusted to participants. Hiking poles are helpful. Approximately three miles.
No Fee
Saturday, October 9
10 a.m. to noon
Register here.
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October 9, 2021
Fall migration is upon us! This is a perfect time to explore the fields and food plots of Deer Pond Farm. Many birds are moving from their breeding range to their wintering range. These birds as well as our resident birds can be seen resting and refueling here. This includes a variety of sparrows that enjoy seeds from the millet and sorghum. Join us to learn which birds migrate, why and the factors that affect them. We’ll help you identify different sparrow species and to better understand their food and habitat preferences.
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October 9, 2021
Saturday, October 9 at 7 p.m.
Come explore the core sanctuary with Andy, calling in Screech Owls and maybe a Barred Owl as well.
Last year we encountered a record 9 screech owls, varying in all three phases of red, gray and brown.
Recommended for people who can get around well while hiking in the dark on uneven trail conditions.
Fee: $20 CAS members; $30 non-members.
