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September 14, 2021Tuesday Morning Bird WalksTuesday Morning Bird WalksSeptember 14, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am218 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. Map to Tuesday Morning Bird WalksMore information about Tuesday Morning Bird Walks Bird Walks at RTP Estuary CenterBird Walks at RTP Estuary CenterSeptember 14, 2021 9:00 am - 10:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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 http://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Bird Walks at RTP Estuary Center For the Birds - Swallows and SwiftsFor the Birds - Swallows and SwiftsSeptember 14, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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. More information about For the Birds - Swallows and Swifts |
September 15, 2021Swallow PaddlesSwallow PaddlesSeptember 15, 2021 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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.http://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Swallow Paddles |
September 16, 2021Trail Wood Bird WalksTrail Wood Bird WalksSeptember 16, 2021 8:00 am - 9:00 am93 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. Map to Trail Wood Bird Walks More information about Trail Wood Bird Walks |
September 17, 2021Friday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail WoodFriday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail WoodSeptember 17, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm93 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. Map to Friday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail WoodMore information about Friday Afternoon Guided Walks at Trail Wood |
September 18, 2021Family Friendly Hawk WatchFamily Friendly Hawk WatchSeptember 18, 2021 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm57 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 More information about Family Friendly Hawk Watch |
