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February 4, 2018(1 event)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

February 5, 2018(2 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Nature Nursery

February 5, 2018 10:00 am - 10:45 am

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.

 

More information about Nature Nursery

February 6, 2018(2 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Junior Animal Care Keepers

February 6, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

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.

 

More information about Junior Animal Care Keepers

February 7, 2018(3 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Project FeederWatch

February 7, 2018 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Wednesday, February 7, 14, 21
Thursday, February 8, 15, 22
1:30 – 2: 30 p.m.

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.  
No need to go outside, we have a perfect view of the feeders through the center’s large observation windows. Our staff and volunteers will assist you with bird identification and the counting process. Bring your favorite binoculars and bird identification book or use our supplies.

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 8, 2018(6 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Animal Story Time

February 8, 2018 10:00 am - 11:00 am

10 a.m.

Drop in for an animal story followed by a hands-on animal encounter! Children of all ages (accompanied by a caregiver) are welcome to these sessions. We’ll read an age-appropriate book about a particular   animal and then we’ll meet one up close! Suggested donation is $2.

 

More information about Animal Story Time

Project FeederWatch

February 8, 2018 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Wednesday, February 7, 14, 21
Thursday, February 8, 15, 22
1:30 – 2: 30 p.m.

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.  
No need to go outside, we have a perfect view of the feeders through the center’s large observation windows. Our staff and volunteers will assist you with bird identification and the counting process. Bring your favorite binoculars and bird identification book or use our supplies.

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

After School Nature Club

February 8, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about After School Nature Club

After School Nature Club

February 8, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about After School Nature Club

February 9, 2018(1 event)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

February 10, 2018(6 events)

Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

January 21, 2018 - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

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.

Map to Center at Pomfret

More information about Trail Wood Writer & Artist In-Residence Exhibit

Backyard Birding

February 10, 2018 10:00 am - 11:00 am

10 - 11 a.m.

Winter is a perfect time for birding.  Join our naturalist and learn to identify Connecticut's birds by sight and sound.  Discover bird feeding habits, ways to attract birds to your feeder and what seed to use.  Learn how to identify birds by sight and sound.  For ages 12 and up.
This event is held at the Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street.

More information about Backyard Birding

Cold Weather Survival

February 10, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Campfire Building 101
Saturday, February 10, 10 a.m. – noon

The Baranski brothers – experienced outdoorsmen, animal trackers, campers and nature photographers – will lead a program on the proper way to build a safe campfire.

Fee: $3 for Connecticut Audubon members; $7 for non-members.

Map to Center at Pomfret

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Family Friendly Hike

February 10, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Saturday, February 10 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 1.5 -2.5 miles mildly hilly trails

Join Cathy Hagadorn, center director at Deer Pond Farm in Sherman for fresh air, exercise and fun! Explore the trails and search for our wintering birds with us. We’ll look and listen for hawks, woodpeckers, owls and more while enjoying wildlife lessons along the way.

More information about Family Friendly Hike

Family Friendly Hike

February 10, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Saturday, February 10 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 1.5 -2.5 miles mildly hilly trails

Join Cathy Hagadorn, center director at Deer Pond Farm in Sherman for fresh air, exercise and fun! Explore the trails and search for our wintering birds with us. We’ll look and listen for hawks, woodpeckers, owls and more while enjoying wildlife lessons along the way.

More information about Family Friendly Hike

Bird Feeders 101

February 10, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Come to our new center and make all-natural bird feeders.

More information about Bird Feeders 101

 

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

 

 

 

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