Calendar of Events

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  • Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    N/A
    May 7, 2017 July 31, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
    MEMBER EVENT: Late Spring bird watch at Deer Pond Farm

    MEMBER EVENT: Late Spring bird watch at Deer Pond Farm


    June 18, 2017

    RSVP Required. To register contact membership@ctaudubon.org or 203-259-0416 x106.

  • Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    N/A
    May 7, 2017 July 31, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
  • Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    N/A
    May 7, 2017 July 31, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
    Trail Wood Bird Walks

    Trail Wood Bird Walks


    June 20, 2017

    Join Andy Rzeznikiewicz as he finds various nesting birds at our Hampton sanctuary. Hooded warblers, chestnut-sided warblers, indigo buntings, and blue-winged warblers should be found. Fee: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members

    Trail Wood
    93 Kenyon Rd.
    Hampton, CT 06247
    860-928-4948
    Sea Squirts: The Sea Around Us

    Sea Squirts: The Sea Around Us


    June 20, 2017

    An introduction to nature for children ages 3 - 5 and their favorite adult.
     
    Read The Sea That Feeds Us and discover how we are all connected. All plants and animals depend on each other. Observe the life at the beach.

    Explore the wonders of nature through stories, a nature lesson, and a craft to do together. 

    Members $8/class, Non-members $10/class, Additional siblings $5/class.

    Pre-registration required. To register call 203-878-7440 ext. 502.

    More information

  • Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    N/A
    May 7, 2017 July 31, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
    Wednesday Noon Walks

    Wednesday Noon Walks


    June 21, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
    NEW Wednesday Photography Workshops

    NEW Wednesday Photography Workshops


    June 21, 2017

    June 21 & 28; 
    July 12, 19, & 26; 
    Aug 2, 11 or 12 (TBD), & 16
    Most sessions 6-8 p.m.

    Geoff Bolte, owner of Clarus Studios, is a wonderful all around photographer. He will be offering an 8-week series on nature photography, sharing his skills and techniques under a variety of day time and night time conditions. Plenty of outside shooting depending on weather. 

    Topics to be covered include: 

    • Basic Photography Skills
    • Nature at Conn Audubon – animals & plants of the Bafflin Sanctuary
    • Night Sky Photography –sunsets/meteor showers
    • Fast Shutter Photography – bubbles & hummers/birds
    • Slow Shutter Photography – tools for slower/panning/silky water
    • Macro Photography – water drops
    • Editing Basics – lightroom/photoshop
    • Free Range – snap what you like

    Fees: $10/per class CAS members; $20/per class non-members OR
    $40/8-week session CAS members; $80/8-week session non-members.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
  • Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    N/A
    May 7, 2017 July 31, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
    Birding Basics with Seniors

    Birding Basics with Seniors


    June 22, 2017

    Westbrook Senior Center

    The RTPEC is teaming up with Westbrook Senior Center for a session of Birding Basics. Beginning with a binocular tutorial and shorebird slideshow, seniors will walk to the Patchogue River behind the senior center to watch Ospreys, Great Egrets and Willets. 

    More information

  • Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    N/A
    May 7, 2017 July 31, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
  • Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    Nature’s Canvas Photography by Nancy L. Barrett

    N/A
    May 7, 2017 July 31, 2017

    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.

    Center at Pomfret
    218 Day Road
    Pomfret Center, CT 06259
    Nature Photography 101

    Nature Photography 101


    June 24, 2017

    CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER

     

    Rocky Neck State Park

    Join the RTPEC for tips and tricks to become better nature photographers. 

    More information

 

Fairfield
Birdcraft
Coastal Center
Glastonbury
Pomfret
EcoTravel
RTP Estuary Center
Deer Pond Farm
Trail Wood

 

 

 

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