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February 3, 2019(1 event) Winter Nature Writing WorkshopWinter Nature Writing WorkshopFebruary 3, 2019 2:00 pm - Trail WoodTrail Wood 93 Kenyon Rd Hampton, CT 06247 860-928-4948 Alison Davis, a dear friend of Edwin and Nellie Teale, and an accomplished nature writer, will lead this program. Learn about the Teale's, their love of nature and Edwin's extraordinary writing career, while working on you own verse. All levels of experience welcome. Location to be determined upon the weather. Registration is required - call 860-928-4948. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members. (February 3rd, but in the case of snow see you February 10th) https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=93+Kenyon+Rd++Hampton+CT+06247+More information about Winter Nature Writing Workshop |
February 4, 2019(2 events) 20% Off Bird Seed All Month20% Off Bird Seed All MonthFebruary 4, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about 20% Off Bird Seed All Month The Connecticut Bird Atlas - Off and Running!The Connecticut Bird Atlas - Off and Running!February 4, 2019 6:30 pm - Center at Pomfret218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 860-928-4948 More information about The Connecticut Bird Atlas - Off and Running! |
February 5, 2019(4 events) 20% Off Bird Seed All Month20% Off Bird Seed All MonthFebruary 4, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about 20% Off Bird Seed All Month Guatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalGuatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalFebruary 5, 2019 Feb 5th - 16th -The tiny country of Guatemala, with its ancient Mayan culture and history, volcanic vistas, and incredible birdlife, is a dream come true for the adventure traveler. Guatemala is home to more than 700 species of birds, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Travel to cloud forest and tropical rain forest, from the Pacific Slope to the central highlands, in search of Guatemala's many regionally endemic species. The Tikal portion of the trip opens views into the Mayan past as you witness the sunrise from atop pyramids nestled within tropical splendor. Its unique history and geography, combined with a modern tourist infrastructure, good roads, comfortable lodges, and inviting food, have made Guatemala the new premier destination. Don't miss out on a trip to remember! Leader: Lucretia Bingham Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,898 Members / $5,598 More information about Guatemala: Tropical Birds and Tikal Little Naturalists - Colors of WinterLittle Naturalists - Colors of WinterFebruary 5, 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am Coastal Center at Milford PointCoastal Center at Milford Point 1 Milford Point Road Milford, CT 06460 203-878-7440 Tuesdays: Ja Winter winds are blowing so come on down and get cozy at the Coastal Center. Explore the colors of winter and learn how animals and plants survive the winter months. From blue jays to purple urchins and more, join us for a different colorful adventure each week. Each class includes a story, hands-on activities, and a craft for child and adult to do together. For children age 2-4 years accompanied by an actively participating adult. Class fee includes one child and one adult. Members $8/class; Non-members $13/class. Pre-registration required. Map to Coastal Center at Milford PointMore information about Little Naturalists - Colors of Winter Junior Animal Care KeeperJunior Animal Care KeeperFebruary 5, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pmMore information about Junior Animal Care Keeper |
February 6, 2019(8 events) 20% Off Bird Seed All Month20% Off Bird Seed All MonthFebruary 4, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about 20% Off Bird Seed All Month Guatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalGuatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalFebruary 5, 2019 Feb 5th - 16th -The tiny country of Guatemala, with its ancient Mayan culture and history, volcanic vistas, and incredible birdlife, is a dream come true for the adventure traveler. Guatemala is home to more than 700 species of birds, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Travel to cloud forest and tropical rain forest, from the Pacific Slope to the central highlands, in search of Guatemala's many regionally endemic species. The Tikal portion of the trip opens views into the Mayan past as you witness the sunrise from atop pyramids nestled within tropical splendor. Its unique history and geography, combined with a modern tourist infrastructure, good roads, comfortable lodges, and inviting food, have made Guatemala the new premier destination. Don't miss out on a trip to remember! Leader: Lucretia Bingham Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,898 Members / $5,598 More information about Guatemala: Tropical Birds and Tikal Winter Bird Walks with Miley BullWinter Bird Walks with Miley BullFebruary 6, 2019 9:00 am - 11:00 am Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 Big January, National Bird Feeding Month, Great Backyard Bird Count, and National Nest Box Week, wow! Bird watching is considered a favorite pastime with over 60 million Americans taking time to look through their binoculars in search of birds and listen for bird calls and songs. Whether you are new to birding or experienced, join us for these guided walks to enjoy the sights and sounds of our year round and winter visiting birds. Miley Bull, senior director of science and conservation, will help identify, share information and answer questions. Allow for an average of two hours and 1.5 -2 miles. Dress for the weather. Think head, hands and feet! Wool hats, gloves and socks are really good choices. Bring water bottle, walking stick, binoculars, camera and a sense of adventure. Inclement weather cancels. Free for members Wednesday, February 6 More information about Winter Bird Walks with Miley Bull Project FeederWatch at The Coastal CenterProject FeederWatch at The Coastal CenterFebruary 6, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am Coastal Center at Milford PointCoastal Center at Milford Point 1 Milford Point Road Milford, CT 06460 203-878-7440 Wednesdays and Thursdays, through March 28 Join us at the Coastal Center on Wednesdays and Thursdays to learn more about backyard birds and participate in Project Feeder Watch. We'll observe and count the birds at our feeders using the Project Feeder Watch protocol. It's fun and easy to do! The season runs November - early April. Come for one day or more, it's up to you! Project Feeder Watch is a citizen science project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Citizen science is a way for the public to contribute to the scientific understanding of the natural world. This program runs rain or shine and is appropriate for adults or children age 16 and above. Free. Pre-registration required. For more information and to register, please contact Carol Kratzman at 203-878-7440, ext. 504. Wednesdays, 10 - 11 a.m., February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 More information about Project FeederWatch at The Coastal Center Wednesday Noon WalksWednesday Noon WalksFebruary 6, 2019 12:00 pm -218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 8609284948 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. Map to Wednesday Noon WalksMore information about Wednesday Noon Walks After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session K-6After School Nature Club - Trail Wood Winter Session K-6February 6, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Trail WoodTrail Wood 93 Kenyon Rd Hampton, CT 06247 860-928-4948 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 signs. 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. Fee for the winter session (6 days total): $60 CAS members; $70 non-members 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 K-6 Art and Nature After-School ProgramArt and Nature After-School ProgramFebruary 6, 2019 3:45 pm - 5:00 pmMore information about Art and Nature After-School Program |
February 7, 2019(7 events) 20% Off Bird Seed All Month20% Off Bird Seed All MonthFebruary 4, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about 20% Off Bird Seed All Month Guatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalGuatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalFebruary 5, 2019 Feb 5th - 16th -The tiny country of Guatemala, with its ancient Mayan culture and history, volcanic vistas, and incredible birdlife, is a dream come true for the adventure traveler. Guatemala is home to more than 700 species of birds, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Travel to cloud forest and tropical rain forest, from the Pacific Slope to the central highlands, in search of Guatemala's many regionally endemic species. The Tikal portion of the trip opens views into the Mayan past as you witness the sunrise from atop pyramids nestled within tropical splendor. Its unique history and geography, combined with a modern tourist infrastructure, good roads, comfortable lodges, and inviting food, have made Guatemala the new premier destination. Don't miss out on a trip to remember! Leader: Lucretia Bingham Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,898 Members / $5,598 More information about Guatemala: Tropical Birds and Tikal Tanzania SafariTanzania SafariFebruary 7, 2019 Feb 7th - 20th -Visit this stunning landscape to view the animals of the Serengeti! Lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators abound. Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, described as the either wonder of the world; Lake Manyara National Park in the Great Rift Valley; and Oldupai Gorge, where the Leakeys made their famous archaeological discoveries of early hominids. Witness the migration of thousands of wildebeest. Travelers are accompanied by senior director of science and conservation Miley Bull and local guides. Zanzibar Retreat and Kilimanjaro Trek extensions are available. Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $5,398 Members / $6,198 Nonmembers More information about Tanzania Safari Thursday Morning Tracking WalksThursday Morning Tracking WalksFebruary 7, 2019 8:30 am -218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 860-928-4849 Stretch your legs, breathe in that early morning air and look for signs of wildlife on the Bafflin Sanctuary with Fran Barnaski, longtime volunteer, tracker and nature photographer. Bring your camera if you are so inclined. FREE to CAS members; $5 non-members. Map to Thursday Morning Tracking WalksMore information about Thursday Morning Tracking Walks Project FeederWatch at The Coastal CenterProject FeederWatch at The Coastal CenterFebruary 7, 2019 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Coastal Center at Milford PointCoastal Center at Milford Point 1 Milford Point Road Milford, CT 06460 203-878-7440 Wednesdays and Thursdays, through March 28 Join us at the Coastal Center on Wednesdays and Thursdays to learn more about backyard birds and participate in Project Feeder Watch. We'll observe and count the birds at our feeders using the Project Feeder Watch protocol. It's fun and easy to do! The season runs November - early April. Come for one day or more, it's up to you! Project Feeder Watch is a citizen science project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Citizen science is a way for the public to contribute to the scientific understanding of the natural world. This program runs rain or shine and is appropriate for adults or children age 16 and above. Free. Pre-registration required. For more information and to register, please contact Carol Kratzman at 203-878-7440, ext. 504. Wednesdays, 10 - 11 a.m., February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 More information about Project FeederWatch at The Coastal Center After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6February 7, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 860-928-4948 Do your kids need to blow off steam after school? Send them to the Center in Pomfret. After a quick snack, we will head out on the trails to explore and search for animal tracks and signs. 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. Fee for the winter session (6 days total): $60 CAS members; $70 non-members. Map to After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6More information about After School Nature Club - Pomfret Winter Session Grade K-6 |
February 8, 2019(4 events) 20% Off Bird Seed All Month20% Off Bird Seed All MonthFebruary 4, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about 20% Off Bird Seed All Month Guatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalGuatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalFebruary 5, 2019 Feb 5th - 16th -The tiny country of Guatemala, with its ancient Mayan culture and history, volcanic vistas, and incredible birdlife, is a dream come true for the adventure traveler. Guatemala is home to more than 700 species of birds, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Travel to cloud forest and tropical rain forest, from the Pacific Slope to the central highlands, in search of Guatemala's many regionally endemic species. The Tikal portion of the trip opens views into the Mayan past as you witness the sunrise from atop pyramids nestled within tropical splendor. Its unique history and geography, combined with a modern tourist infrastructure, good roads, comfortable lodges, and inviting food, have made Guatemala the new premier destination. Don't miss out on a trip to remember! Leader: Lucretia Bingham Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,898 Members / $5,598 More information about Guatemala: Tropical Birds and Tikal Tanzania SafariTanzania SafariFebruary 7, 2019 Feb 7th - 20th -Visit this stunning landscape to view the animals of the Serengeti! Lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators abound. Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, described as the either wonder of the world; Lake Manyara National Park in the Great Rift Valley; and Oldupai Gorge, where the Leakeys made their famous archaeological discoveries of early hominids. Witness the migration of thousands of wildebeest. Travelers are accompanied by senior director of science and conservation Miley Bull and local guides. Zanzibar Retreat and Kilimanjaro Trek extensions are available. Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $5,398 Members / $6,198 Nonmembers More information about Tanzania Safari Montauk EscapeMontauk EscapeFebruary 8, 2019 Feb 8th - 10th -The town of Montauk, on the far eastern tip of Long Island, is one of the best winter birding spots. The open ocean and the harbor provide opportunities to see many winter waterfowl not so commonly found in Connecticut. Eiders, all three scoter species, gulls, alcids, grebes, loons, and other winter specialties are among the many birds one can expect. Enjoy the quiet of an off-season resort town and the fresh air of winter beaches. Leader: Any Griswold Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $655 Members / $855 Nonmembers More information about Montauk Escape |
February 9, 2019(6 events) 20% Off Bird Seed All Month20% Off Bird Seed All MonthFebruary 4, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about 20% Off Bird Seed All Month Guatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalGuatemala: Tropical Birds and TikalFebruary 5, 2019 Feb 5th - 16th -The tiny country of Guatemala, with its ancient Mayan culture and history, volcanic vistas, and incredible birdlife, is a dream come true for the adventure traveler. Guatemala is home to more than 700 species of birds, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Travel to cloud forest and tropical rain forest, from the Pacific Slope to the central highlands, in search of Guatemala's many regionally endemic species. The Tikal portion of the trip opens views into the Mayan past as you witness the sunrise from atop pyramids nestled within tropical splendor. Its unique history and geography, combined with a modern tourist infrastructure, good roads, comfortable lodges, and inviting food, have made Guatemala the new premier destination. Don't miss out on a trip to remember! Leader: Lucretia Bingham Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $4,898 Members / $5,598 More information about Guatemala: Tropical Birds and Tikal Tanzania SafariTanzania SafariFebruary 7, 2019 Feb 7th - 20th -Visit this stunning landscape to view the animals of the Serengeti! Lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators abound. Visit the Ngorongoro Crater, described as the either wonder of the world; Lake Manyara National Park in the Great Rift Valley; and Oldupai Gorge, where the Leakeys made their famous archaeological discoveries of early hominids. Witness the migration of thousands of wildebeest. Travelers are accompanied by senior director of science and conservation Miley Bull and local guides. Zanzibar Retreat and Kilimanjaro Trek extensions are available. Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $5,398 Members / $6,198 Nonmembers More information about Tanzania Safari Montauk EscapeMontauk EscapeFebruary 8, 2019 Feb 8th - 10th -The town of Montauk, on the far eastern tip of Long Island, is one of the best winter birding spots. The open ocean and the harbor provide opportunities to see many winter waterfowl not so commonly found in Connecticut. Eiders, all three scoter species, gulls, alcids, grebes, loons, and other winter specialties are among the many birds one can expect. Enjoy the quiet of an off-season resort town and the fresh air of winter beaches. Leader: Any Griswold Call 860-767-0660 or email mbell@ctaudubon.org to inquire/sign-up. $655 Members / $855 Nonmembers More information about Montauk Escape Backyard Birding with Dick WorthBackyard Birding with Dick WorthFebruary 9, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 amMore information about Backyard Birding with Dick Worth Bird Feeders 101Bird Feeders 101February 9, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmBird Feeders 101, at the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center, Old Lyme More information about Bird Feeders 101 |
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