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January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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January 28, 2018
Meet Katherine Hauswirth, author of The Book of Noticing, at the newly opened Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center.
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January 28, 2018
Join Milan Bull, senior director of science and conservation, and birding expert Frank Mantlik for a talk about one of the most sought after birds of winter: the Snowy Owl.
Discover what’s behind this year’s influx of Snowy Owls. Is this an irruption year? He’ll share tips for sighting Snowy Owls and most importantly the ins and outs of Snowy Owl etiquette.
This program is for adults and children ages 12 and up. This program is held at the Coastal Center, 1 Milford Point Road.
Connecticut Audubon members $5; non-members $10.
Click here to register.
For more information, please call 203-878-7440.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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January 29, 2018
Nature Nursery
Mondays, January 8 - February 26
10 - 10:45 a.m.
(no class Jan. 15 and Feb. 19)
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.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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January 30, 2018
Tuesdays, January 9 - February 13
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. Six-week series: members $60/child: non-members $80/child. Pre-registration required.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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January 31, 2018
Join Miley Bull, Senior Director of Science and Conservation at the Connecticut Audubon Society and local owl enthusiast Don Breeger for a full moon owl walk and talk! We'll learn about our local owls: the Eastern Screech, the Great Horned, the Barred and the Northern Saw-Whet. Topics will include identification via sight and sound, habitat, food and nesting.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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February 1, 2018
Pomfret Winter Session–Grades K-6
Thursdays, Jan 18 & 25, Feb 1, 8, 15 & 22 from 3:30 – 5 p.m.
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. Fee: $60 for the 6-day session.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
January 21, 2018 – February 25, 2018
OPENING Reception and Reading
Sunday, January 21, 2 – 4 p.m.
Exhibit through February 25
Each year the Summer Writer and Artist In-Residence Program at our Trail Wood Sanctuary in Hampton produces inspirational work. This year’s class is no exception. The beauty found in their paintings, photography and written word well reflect the tranquility of Trail Wood. A great boost in the dead of winter, come celebrate this year’s artists and writers and the Trail Wood experience. Free admission – donations always appreciated.
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February 3, 2018
All hikes are subject to change due to weather conditions. Full training is six hikes; participants select hikes that suit their schedules. Registration is required. For more info, contact Paula Coughlin, Citizen Science Coordinator at 860-928-4948 or paulacoughlin@charter.net
Training Fee per hike: $50 CAS members; $60 non-members. Registration is required.
For information about all Citizen Science Volunteer Monitoring Program projects and training, contact Paula Coughlin, Citizen Science Coordinator, 860-928-4948 or email pcoughlin@ctaudubon.org
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February 3, 2018
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
This is an adult workshop
This class offers the basics in backyard birding. You’ll learn how to identify backyard birds by sight and sound, who is at the feeder during each season and what their feeding habits are. We’ll discuss bird characteristics, ways to attract birds to your feeder, what bird feeders and seed to use, and where to place feeders for bird safety and best viewing. And you will receive a free seed bell! $5 per person
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February 3, 2018
Saturday, February 3
1 - 2:30 p.m.
Children will make a pair of decorative snow shoes constructed from white pine boughs. While the snowshoes are for decorative purposes, the skills learned can be used to make an emergency pair of snowshoes! Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
$10 per child/adult team for members: $15 for child/adult team non-members. Pre-registration required.
