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Events in December 2023

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November 26, 2023
November 27, 2023
November 28, 2023
November 29, 2023(1 event)

Fall Bird Walk at Hammonasset

November 29, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Walking the Cedar Island and Meg’s Point trails we will search for both land and water birds in a variety of habitats including sandy beach, rocky shore, salt marsh and woods. With fall migration still underway we are likely to record an excellent species list and are likely to encounter a few that are uncommon or rare in Connecticut.

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November 30, 2023
December 1, 2023(1 event)

First Friday Hike at Deer Pond Farm

December 1, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

Join us for fresh air, exercise and good company on a hike or snowshoe excursion at Deer Pond Farm. Pace of hike adjusted to participants. Hiking pole and shoe traction devices are helpful.
Register here for the December 1 hike.

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December 2, 2023(1 event)

Winter Bird Walk at Griswold Point

December 2, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

While many are dormant in winter, there are still plenty of bird species to see out and about during the colder months, including some of our most charismatic species. We'll bundle up and search for these hardy birds at some of the best birding spots in southern Connecticut.

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December 3, 2023
December 4, 2023
December 5, 2023(1 event)

Early Winter Birding & Wildlife Walk at Deer Pond Farm

December 5, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

$5 Members, $10 Non-Members
Winter is a great time of year for birding! With fewer leaves on the deciduous trees, it should be easier to see and hear the many year-round resident birds of the Connecticut forested landscape here at Deer Pond Farm. We will review adaptations that birds and other wildlife have which help them survive the challenges of winter, when food and cover are in short supply.
Register here for the December 5 walk.

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December 6, 2023
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December 8, 2023
December 9, 2023(4 events)

Rock Painting Craft

December 9, 2023 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Join Trail Wood caretaker and illustrator Laura Tedeschi to make a gift of a stone painted with natural subjects such as birds or insects for the nature lover on your holiday gift list. Materials provided. Registration required and limited to 7 attendees. Fee:  $15.00 CAS members; $20.00 non-members. Register at 860-928-4948 or trailwood@ctaudubon.org

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December Bird Seed Sale

December 9, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield

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Second Saturday Hike at Deer Pond Farm

December 9, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

December 9, 10 a.m. to Noon
No Fee
Celebrate the early signs of winter on a volunteer-led hike at Deer Pond Farm. As we get closer to the solstice, this faster-paced hike is a wonderful way to warm up while seeing how the forests, meadows, and wetlands are changing. Please dress for the weather.
Register here for the December 9 hike.

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Winter Wreath Making Workshop and Winter Bird Walks

December 9, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

Enjoy the season and learn how to create a winter wreath using natural materials! We will provide all wreath making materials, however please bring your own clippers and gloves. Wreath making is suitable for ages 8 and up. Additionally, we will be running bird walks at 10am and 11 am on our sanctuary. 

Pre-registration required, limited space available. $20/individual (includes one wreath frame and materials) $15/individual with your own wreath frame. 

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December 10, 2023(1 event)

Second Sunday Walk

December 10, 2023 2:00 pm -

Don't let cooler weather keep you inside! Join Trail Wood caretakers Laura and Paul Tedeschi for a walk on the trails. Each walk begins with an Edwin Way Teale reading. Heavy precipitation or high winds cancels. Register by calling 860-928-4948 or emailing trailwood@ctaudubon.org. Fee:  Free for CAS members, $3 non-members.

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December 11, 2023
December 12, 2023(1 event)

Little Nature Explorers

December 12, 2023 10:00 am - 10:45 am Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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December 13, 2023(1 event)

Nuthatches & Treecreepers Webinar

December 13, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

You’re walking in the woods and you spot a strange bird walking upside-down on a tree trunk ahead. Chances are it is a nuthatch, a bird with one of the more unique feeding behaviors in Connecticut. In this webinar, Conservation and Education Coordinator Joe Attwater will go over these groups of birds and which ones you can expect to see in Connecticut.

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December 14, 2023
December 15, 2023
December 16, 2023(2 events)

Winter Bird Walk at Barn Island

December 16, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Old Lyme, CT 06371

While many are dormant in winter, there are still plenty of bird species to see out and about during the colder months, including some of our most charismatic species. We'll bundle up and search for these hardy birds at some of the best birding spots in southern Connecticut.

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December 17, 2023
December 18, 2023
December 19, 2023(1 event)

Little Nature Explorers

December 19, 2023 10:00 am - 10:45 am Center at Fairfield
Center at Fairfield
2325 Burr Street
Fairfield, CT 06824
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December 20, 2023
December 21, 2023(1 event)

Winter Solstice Celebration

December 21, 2023 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us to celebrate the beginning of the sun’s return with readings, candle lighting, “magic fire”, a sampling of international solstice traditions, and a meal of hot vegan chili with warm mulled cider. Potluck items welcome! Stargazing from the Starfield, depending on cloud cover. Weather permitting. Registration required and limited to 12 attendees. Fee:  $10.00 CAS members; $15.00 non-members. Register at 860-928-4948 or trailwood@ctaudubon.org

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December 22, 2023
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December 28, 2023(1 event)

Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery Bird Walk

December 28, 2023 9:00 am -

Located in Plainfield, the fish hatchery often has many species of wintering birds, since it has a variety of habitats — open water, conifer trees, and heavy shrub areas. Andy Rzeznikiewicz will lead you around the extensive grounds, one of the best birding areas in Windham County. Register by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948. Fee:  $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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December 29, 2023
December 30, 2023(2 events)

Winter Hike - Nightingale Forest North

December 30, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259
United States
18609284948

Join Andy hiking around this 364 acre protected forest.  Nice trails are in place and walking is relatively easy.  Deep snow may cancel the hike, due to parking issues.  Fee: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members.

Please register by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or call 860-928-4948 (include name, phone, date/title, #of people)

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Owl Walk

December 30, 2023 6:00 pm -

Andy Rzezniekiewicz will attempt to call in owls. Most likely to respond are screech owls and barred owls. Great-horned owls also sometimes come in. Register by emailing arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948. Fee:  $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.

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December 31, 2023
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January 5, 2024(1 event)

First Friday Hike at Deer Pond Farm

January 5, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm
57 Wakeman Hill Road
Sherman, CT 06784
USA
(860) 799-4074

January 5, 10 a.m. to Noon
No Fee
Enjoy the thrill of the chill on our First Friday Hike in January! Get out in the cold and explore the 15-mile trail network at Deer Pond Farm. The hike will be led by our volunteers, who are passionate naturalists, avid hikers, and wonderful resources to the area.
Register here for the January 5 hike.

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January 6, 2024

 

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