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February 11, 2018(3 events) Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitTrail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitJanuary 21, 2018 - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 OPENING Reception and Reading 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. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Bird Feeding 101Bird Feeding 101February 11, 2018 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmLearn to recognize the hungry diners at your feeder, what foods they like best, where to place your bird feeders, and how often to clean your feeders. Make your own special bird food mix for your backyard feathered friends. Discover how you can participate in citizen science by watching the birds at your feeder. We’ll share information about the Great Backyard Bird Count, February 16- 19, 2018, and Project FeederWatch. For adults and families with children. Suitable for children age 6 and up. Children must be accompanied by an actively participating adult. Connecticut Audubon members $5, family max $18; non-members $10, family max. $35. Click here to register. To register family groups with four or more participants, please call 203-878-7440. More information about Bird Feeding 101 Winter Nature Writing WorkshopWinter Nature Writing WorkshopFebruary 11, 2018 2:00 pm - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Sunday, February 11, 2 p.m. Alison Davis, a dear friend of Edwin and Nellie Teale, and 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 your own verse. All levels of experience welcome. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Winter Nature Writing Workshop |
February 12, 2018(2 events) Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitTrail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitJanuary 21, 2018 - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 OPENING Reception and Reading 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. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Nature NurseryNature NurseryFebruary 12, 2018 10:00 am - 10:45 amNature 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.
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February 13, 2018(3 events) Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitTrail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitJanuary 21, 2018 - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 OPENING Reception and Reading 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. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Take a Hike TuesdayTake a Hike TuesdayFebruary 13, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pmTuesday, February 13 10 a.m. (2-2.5 hours) 2.5-3.5 mile loop moderate hilly Join Karen Cowperthwaite, landscape architect to explore some different trails at Deer Pond Farm while learning about identifying our trees during the winter! While we will not be flying, we will be keeping a consistent pace. Please bring water and hiking pole if you have one. More information about Take a Hike Tuesday Junior Animal Care KeepersJunior Animal Care KeepersFebruary 13, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pmTuesdays, 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.
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February 14, 2018(3 events) Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitTrail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitJanuary 21, 2018 - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 OPENING Reception and Reading 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. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Project FeederWatchProject FeederWatchFebruary 14, 2018 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmWednesday, February 7, 14, 21 Get outside without going outside! Come to the Coastal Center and participate in the citizen science program Project FeederWatch. Learn about birds as we identify, count, and record the birds at our feeders. Project FeederWatch studies the distribution and populations of winter bird species throughout the country. Our bird count data will be reported to Project FeederWatch and contributes to scientific studies at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. All skill levels are welcome for this free program. Pre-registration preferred, please call 203-878-7440. For more information please contact Carol Kratzman, 203-878-7440 ext. 504 or ckratzman@ctaudubon.org More information about Project FeederWatch |
February 15, 2018(3 events) Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitTrail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitJanuary 21, 2018 - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 OPENING Reception and Reading 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. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Project FeederWatchProject FeederWatchFebruary 15, 2018 1:30 pm - 2:30 pmWednesday, February 7, 14, 21 Get outside without going outside! Come to the Coastal Center and participate in the citizen science program Project FeederWatch. Learn about birds as we identify, count, and record the birds at our feeders. Project FeederWatch studies the distribution and populations of winter bird species throughout the country. Our bird count data will be reported to Project FeederWatch and contributes to scientific studies at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. All skill levels are welcome for this free program. Pre-registration preferred, please call 203-878-7440. For more information please contact Carol Kratzman, 203-878-7440 ext. 504 or ckratzman@ctaudubon.org More information about Project FeederWatch |
February 16, 2018(1 event) Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitTrail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitJanuary 21, 2018 - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 OPENING Reception and Reading 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. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit |
February 17, 2018(3 events) Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitTrail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence ExhibitJanuary 21, 2018 - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 OPENING Reception and Reading 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. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit Mammal Wildlife Tracking HikesMammal Wildlife Tracking HikesFebruary 17, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 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 Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Mammal Wildlife Tracking Hikes Owl WalksOwl WalksFebruary 17, 2018 7:00 pm - Center at PomfretCenter at Pomfret 218 Day Road Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Join Andy Rzeznikiewicz in search of wintering owls. We will attempt to find screech, barred, and great-horned owls. In some years saw-whet and long-eared owls are possible to find. Most of the calling is done from the road. Program is cancelled if bad weather (rain, snow, high winds). Fee: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members. Map to Center at PomfretMore information about Owl Walks |
