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May 7, 2017(1 event)

Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 7, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Reception: Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibit and sale through end of July

Nancy spends much of her time hiking nearby woodlands capturing her vision of nature. Photography provides a way to share her observations with others. Free to the public.

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May 8, 2017(2 events)

Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 7, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Reception: Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibit and sale through end of July

Nancy spends much of her time hiking nearby woodlands capturing her vision of nature. Photography provides a way to share her observations with others. Free to the public.

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

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Nature Nursery, Spring Fling

May 8, 2017 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Mondays, March 27 - May 22

10 - 10:45 a.m.

(no class April 10)

Ages 2-3 with a participating adult

We’ll venture out into the sanctuary and listen for frogs calling, see turtles sunning themselves, and watch for birds journeying back from their long   winter travels. Inside activities may include stories, crafts, games, experiments, and live animal visitors. Please wear appropriate indoor/outdoor attire.

Eight-week series fee: members $84, non-members $112. Single class fee: members $12/class,

non-members $16/class.

 

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May 9, 2017(4 events)

Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 7, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Reception: Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibit and sale through end of July

Nancy spends much of her time hiking nearby woodlands capturing her vision of nature. Photography provides a way to share her observations with others. Free to the public.

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

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Early Morning Bird Walks

May 9, 2017 8:00 am - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Fee: $3 CAS members; $7 non-members.

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Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Program

May 9, 2017 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

 

 Have you always wanted to learn more about the natural sciences? Want to volunteer at the Center? With 40 hours (ten, four hour sessions) of training, this may be the program for you. Registration limited to 15. Check our website for additional information and an application at www.ctaudubon.org/center-at-pomfret

Tuesdays, March 28 through May 30, 8 a.m.-Noon

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Toddler Trails and Tales

May 9, 2017 12:45 pm - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Center volunteer and mom of three, Melissa Telford will entertain your toddlers with stories, activities and fun along our trails. Wear clothes and boots appropriate for the weather. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost per child per day: $5 CAS members; $7 non-members.

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May 10, 2017(5 events)

Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 7, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Reception: Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibit and sale through end of July

Nancy spends much of her time hiking nearby woodlands capturing her vision of nature. Photography provides a way to share her observations with others. Free to the public.

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

More information about Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

Wednesday Noon Walks

May 10, 2017 12:00 pm -

Join Connecticut Audubon Society volunteers for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Free to CAS members; $3 non-members.

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After School Nature Club - Spring Session - Wednesdays

May 10, 2017 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm Trail Wood
Trail Wood
93 Kenyon Rd.
Hampton, CT 06247
860-928-4948

The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. We will be outside, so warm winter clothing and boots are a must. Fee: Members $60 for the 6-day session; Non-members $70 for the 6-day session.

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Junior Animal Keeper

May 10, 2017 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Wednesdays, March 29 - May 24

(No class April 12)

3:30 - 5 p.m.

Students in grades 6 and 7

Help care for the Center’s animals. From gross to glamorous, learn about animal husbandry care,     preparing and offering food and ensuring they have a healthy setting. Eight-week series: members $84/child: non-members $112/child.  Preregistration required.  Call 203-259-6305 ext. 109.

 

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Full Moon Guided Walks

May 10, 2017 7:30 pm - Trail Wood
Trail Wood
93 Kenyon Rd.
Hampton, CT 06247
860-928-4948

Free to CAS members; $5 non-members

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May 11, 2017(5 events)

Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 7, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Reception: Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibit and sale through end of July

Nancy spends much of her time hiking nearby woodlands capturing her vision of nature. Photography provides a way to share her observations with others. Free to the public.

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

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Thursday Morning Bird Walks with Milan Bull

May 11, 2017 7:00 am - 8:00 am

Thursday Morning Bird Walks

with Milan Bull

Thursdays, April 20 - May 18

7 - 8 a.m.

Join Milan Bull, senior director of Science and Conservation, for an early morning bird walk. This walk and talk is an ideal opportunity to see an   excellent variety of birds along the trails. All levels of birders are welcome. Free.

 

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Trail Wood Bird Walks

May 11, 2017 8:00 am - 9:00 am Trail Wood
Trail Wood
93 Kenyon Rd.
Hampton, CT 06247
860-928-4948

Fee: $3 CAS members; $7 non-members.

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After School Nature Club - Spring Session

May 11, 2017 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. We will be outside, so weather appropriate clothing and boots are a must. Fee: Members $60 for the 6-day session; Non-members $70 for the 6-day session. Download Permission Form.

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Afternoon Bird Walk

May 11, 2017 5:00 pm - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Fee: $5 members/$10 nonmembers.

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May 12, 2017(1 event)

Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 7, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Reception: Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibit and sale through end of July

Nancy spends much of her time hiking nearby woodlands capturing her vision of nature. Photography provides a way to share her observations with others. Free to the public.

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

More information about Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 13, 2017(6 events)

Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

May 7, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Reception: Sunday, May 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibit and sale through end of July

Nancy spends much of her time hiking nearby woodlands capturing her vision of nature. Photography provides a way to share her observations with others. Free to the public.

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

More information about Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

Birdbanding and Bagels

May 13, 2017 7:30 am - 8:45 am

International Migratory Bird Day

7:30 - 8:45 a.m.

Postponed to May 20th

Master bander Judy Richardson and her team will demonstrate the bird banding process. Join us for bagels and watch the team at work. Get an up-close view of every aspect of bird banding! All ages     welcome. $7/person.

 

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Birdbanding and Bagels

May 13, 2017 7:30 am - 8:45 am

International Migratory Bird Day

7:30 - 8:45 a.m.

Postponed to May 20th

Master bander Judy Richardson and her team will demonstrate the bird banding process. Join us for bagels and watch the team at work. Get an up-close view of every aspect of bird banding! All ages     welcome. $7/person.

 

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Long Pond Bird Walk

May 13, 2017 8:00 am - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Meet at the center and carpool to this new Wyndham Land Trust preserve in Thompson. Fee: $7 CAS members; $12 non-members.

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Estuary Exploration with Paul Spitzer

May 13, 2017 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

These May field trips will run from 9:00-1:00 every Saturday, with registration and check-in from 8:30-8:50  in the Old Lyme I-95 park and ride. From there we will give everyone directions to the site. Please bring a bag lunch.

Fee: $30/exploration or $25/student exploration or purchase the series (4 trips) for $100. 

RSVP online or call 203-259-0416 x404. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Email agraham@ctaudubon.org with any questions.

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Do the Rot Thing - Composting Basics

May 13, 2017 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Saturday, May 13

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Ever wonder how banana peels, crackers,   coffee grounds and an apple core transform into soil? Stop by the Center and see our   composting bins, gather information sheets, and unravel the mysteries of composting and   vermicomposting. Crafts for kids, coffee for adults (yes we’ll compost the grounds!) and plant a seed in a decomposing pot using compost enriched soil. UCONN Master Compost interns available to answer questions.

 

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