Calendar of Events

Name: Nature Sketchbook Journaling
Start: 2017-02-18T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2017-02-18T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Trail Wood

The week's events

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
Feb 12, '17 Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer February 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Slideshow & Opening Reception, Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m. (snow date Feb. 12) Exhibit thru end of February Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Volunteer Open House postponed Volunteer Open House postponed February 12, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Volunteer open is postponed due to weather. It will be rescheduled. Drop in anytime between 1 - 3 p.m. to learn about our wonderful volunteer opportunities! More information about Volunteer Open House postponed Eagle Program by Horizon Wings Eagle Program by Horizon Wings February 12, 2017 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Meet “Skywalker” the Golden Eagle, the newest addition to the Horizon Wings Raptor Rehabilitation & Education Center. Skywalker has been reunited with his friend Chrysos, a female Golden Eagle and joined by Atka the Bald Eagle. Come and see these magnificent birds of prey at the Center at Pomfret. For more information on these eagles and other birds of prey, visit www.horizonwings.org. Suggested donation: $10 per person. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Eagle Program by Horizon Wings Second Sunday Walks Second Sunday Walks February 12, 2017 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Trail Wood Trail Wood 93 Kenyon Rd. Hampton, CT 06247 860-928-4948 Map These walks are designed for anyone new to Trail Wood. Come for a guided walk. Learn of Teale’s nature writing and photography legacy. Cost: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=93+Kenyon+Rd.++Hampton+CT+06247+ More information about Second Sunday Walks Full Moon Walks Full Moon Walks February 12, 2017 7:00 pm - Trail Wood Trail Wood 93 Kenyon Rd. Hampton, CT 06247 860-928-4948 Map Trail Wood is beautiful by day and downright magical by night. Pull yourself away from the demands of the day, slow down for a bit, walk our trails and become familiar with the sights and sounds of a Trail Wood evening. Cost: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=93+Kenyon+Rd.++Hampton+CT+06247+ More information about Full Moon Walks	Feb 13, '17 Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer February 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Slideshow & Opening Reception, Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m. (snow date Feb. 12) Exhibit thru end of February Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Nature Nursery Nature Nursery February 13, 2017 10:00 am - 10:45 am Mondays, January 9 - February 27 10 - 10:45 a.m. (no class Jan. 16 and Feb. 20) Ages 2-3 with a participating adult Each week we’ll learn fun nature facts, create crafts and meet exciting animals. Six-week series fee: members $60, non-members $80. Single class fee: members $12/class, non-members $16/class. Pre-registration required. Call 203-259-6305 ext. 109. More information about Nature Nursery	Feb 14, '17 Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer February 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Slideshow & Opening Reception, Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m. (snow date Feb. 12) Exhibit thru end of February Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Toddler Trails and Tales Toddler Trails and Tales February 14, 2017 12:15 pm - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map It’s Back! Center volunteer and mom of three, Melissa Telford will entertain your toddlers with stories, activities and winter fun along our trails. Wear clothes and boots appropriate for the cold weather. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost per child per day: $5 CAS members; $7 non-members. Cost for entire series: $35 CAS members; $45 non-members. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Toddler Trails and Tales Junior Animal Care Keeper Junior Animal Care Keeper February 14, 2017 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Tuesdays, January 17 - February 21 3:30 - 5 p.m. Students in grades 6 and 7 Help care for the resident non-releasable animals who live at the Center. From gross to glamorous, learn about animal husbandry care, preparing and offering food and ensuring they have a healthy environment. Six-week series: members $60/child: non-members $80/child. Pre-registration required. Call 203-259-6305 ext. 109 to register. More information about Junior Animal Care Keeper	Feb 15, '17 Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer February 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Slideshow & Opening Reception, Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m. (snow date Feb. 12) Exhibit thru end of February Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Wednesday Noon Walks Wednesday Noon Walks February 15, 2017 12:00 pm - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map 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. - https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Wednesday Noon Walks After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session–Grades K-6 After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session–Grades K-6 February 15, 2017 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Trail Wood Trail Wood 93 Kenyon Rd. Hampton, CT 06247 860-928-4948 Map Do your kids need to blow off steam after school? Send them to Trail Wood. After a quick snack, we will head out on the trails to explore and search for animal tracks and sign. The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. Wildlife lessons will be quietly inserted along the way. We will be outside, so warm winter clothing and boots are a must. Cost: $60 for the 6-day session. Download the Permission Form. - See more at: https://www.ctaudubon.org/trail-wood/#sthash.KGOz0CB1.dpuf https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=93+Kenyon+Rd.++Hampton+CT+06247+ More information about After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session–Grades K-6	Feb 16, '17 Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer February 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Slideshow & Opening Reception, Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m. (snow date Feb. 12) Exhibit thru end of February Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Monthly Bird Walks Monthly Bird Walks February 16, 2017 1:00 pm - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Come out in search of wintering bird species. Andy Rzez will look for horned larks, ducks, hawks, sparrows, yellow-bellied sapsuckers and more. Cost: $5 members; $10 non-members. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Monthly Bird Walks After School Nature Club After School Nature Club February 16, 2017 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Pomfret Winter Session Grades K-6--Do your kids need to blow off steam after school? Send them to the Center. After a quick snack, we will head out on the trails to explore and search for animal tracks and sign. The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. Wildlife lessons will be quietly inserted along the way. We will go outside, so warm winter clothing and boots are a must. Cost: $60 for the 6-day session. Download Permission Form. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about After School Nature Club Afterschool Nature Club Afterschool Nature Club February 16, 2017 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm Thursdays, January 19 – February 23 3:45 - 5 p.m. Grades K to 2 Spend winter afternoons exploring our Sanctuary experiencing the season. We’ll take a hike, meet animals, play games and have a snack. Six-class series: members $60/child; and non-members $80/child. Pre-registration required. Call 203-259-6305 ext. 109 to register. More information about Afterschool Nature Club	Feb 17, '17 Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer February 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Slideshow & Opening Reception, Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m. (snow date Feb. 12) Exhibit thru end of February Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Kids Day Off Kids Day Off February 17, 2017 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ages 4 - 8 Spend the day off at the Center exploring nature and discovering what animals do in the winter. Inside we’ll play games, make crafts and meet some of the Center’s animals. Snack provided. Please send a nut-free lunch. Members $45/child, non-members $50/child. Pre-registration required. Call 203-259-6305 ext. 109 to register. More information about Kids Day Off Monthly Bird Walks Monthly Bird Walks February 17, 2017 1:00 pm - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Come out in search of wintering bird species. Andy Rzez will look for horned larks, ducks, hawks, sparrows, yellow-bellied sapsuckers and more. Cost: $5 members; $10 non-members. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Monthly Bird Walks	Feb 18, '17 Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer February 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Slideshow & Opening Reception, Sunday, February 5, 2-4 p.m. (snow date Feb. 12) Exhibit thru end of February Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer Additional Winter Tracking Hikes Additional Winter Tracking Hikes February 18, 2017 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Center at Pomfret Center at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Map Sat. January 14 – Woodstock training/monitoring hike Sat. February 4 – Training hike; location TBA Sat. Feb 18 – Training hike; location TBA Sat. March 4 – Woodstock training/monitoring hike Willington/Canterbury to be added. All hikes are 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and subject to change due to weather. Full training is six hikes; participants select hikes that suit their schedule throughout the year. Registration is required. Training fee per hike: $50 CAS members/$60 non-members. For more information, contact Paula Coughlin, Citizen Science Coordinator at 860-928-4948 or paulacoughlin@charter.net https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+ More information about Additional Winter Tracking Hikes Nature Sketchbook Journaling Nature Sketchbook Journaling February 18, 2017 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Trail Wood Trail Wood 93 Kenyon Rd. Hampton, CT 06247 860-928-4948 Map You’ll spend time outdoors at Trail Wood, sketching and painting from nature, using pencil, pen and watercolor. Learn new skills or develop ones you already have. Roxanne Steed will show you how to simplify what you see, and teach basic drawing and quick intuitive watercolor techniques. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=93+Kenyon+Rd.++Hampton+CT+06247+ More information about Nature Sketchbook Journaling

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Calendar of Events

The week's events

Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer

Eagle Program by Horizon Wings

Second Sunday Walks

Full Moon Walks

Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer

Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer

Toddler Trails and Tales

Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer

Wednesday Noon Walks

After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session–Grades K-6

Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer

Monthly Bird Walks

After School Nature Club

Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer

Monthly Bird Walks

Waterbirds in Love: Photography by Carol Lowbeer

Additional Winter Tracking Hikes

Nature Sketchbook Journaling