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November 29, 2023(1 event) Fall Bird Walk at HammonassetFall Bird Walk at HammonassetNovember 29, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Fall Bird Walk at Hammonasset | November 30, 2023 |
December 1, 2023(1 event) First Friday Hike at Deer Pond FarmFirst Friday Hike at Deer Pond FarmDecember 1, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 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. More information about First Friday Hike at Deer Pond Farm |
December 2, 2023(1 event) Winter Bird Walk at Griswold PointWinter Bird Walk at Griswold PointDecember 2, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Winter Bird Walk at Griswold Point |
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December 5, 2023(1 event) Early Winter Birding & Wildlife Walk at Deer Pond FarmEarly Winter Birding & Wildlife Walk at Deer Pond FarmDecember 5, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 $5 Members, $10 Non-Members More information about Early Winter Birding & Wildlife Walk at Deer Pond Farm | December 6, 2023 | December 7, 2023 | December 8, 2023 |
December 9, 2023(4 events) Rock Painting CraftRock Painting CraftDecember 9, 2023 9:30 am - 12:00 pmJoin 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 More information about Rock Painting Craft December Bird Seed SaleDecember Bird Seed SaleDecember 9, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield More information about December Bird Seed Sale Second Saturday Hike at Deer Pond FarmSecond Saturday Hike at Deer Pond FarmDecember 9, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 December 9, 10 a.m. to Noon More information about Second Saturday Hike at Deer Pond Farm Winter Wreath Making Workshop and Winter Bird WalksWinter Wreath Making Workshop and Winter Bird WalksDecember 9, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Winter Wreath Making Workshop and Winter Bird Walks |
December 10, 2023(1 event) Second Sunday WalkSecond Sunday WalkDecember 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. More information about Second Sunday Walk | December 11, 2023 |
December 12, 2023(1 event) Little Nature ExplorersLittle Nature ExplorersDecember 12, 2023 10:00 am - 10:45 am Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 More information about Little Nature Explorers |
December 13, 2023(1 event) Nuthatches & Treecreepers WebinarNuthatches & Treecreepers WebinarDecember 13, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Nuthatches & Treecreepers Webinar | December 14, 2023 | December 15, 2023 |
December 16, 2023(2 events) Winter Bird Walk at Barn IslandWinter Bird Walk at Barn IslandDecember 16, 2023 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe 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. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Winter Bird Walk at Barn Island Holiday Stroll-Center at FairfieldHoliday Stroll-Center at FairfieldDecember 16, 2023 11:00 am - 3:00 pmMore information about Holiday Stroll-Center at Fairfield |
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December 19, 2023(1 event) Little Nature ExplorersLittle Nature ExplorersDecember 19, 2023 10:00 am - 10:45 am Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 More information about Little Nature Explorers | December 20, 2023 |
December 21, 2023(1 event) Winter Solstice CelebrationWinter Solstice CelebrationDecember 21, 2023 6:30 pm - 9:00 pmJoin 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 More information about Winter Solstice Celebration | December 22, 2023 | December 23, 2023 |
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December 28, 2023(1 event) Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery Bird WalkQuinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery Bird WalkDecember 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. More information about Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery Bird Walk | December 29, 2023 |
December 30, 2023(2 events) Winter Hike - Nightingale Forest NorthWinter Hike - Nightingale Forest NorthDecember 30, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am Center at PomfretJoin 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) https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+United+StatesMore information about Winter Hike - Nightingale Forest North Owl WalkOwl WalkDecember 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. More information about Owl Walk |
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January 5, 2024(1 event) First Friday Hike at Deer Pond FarmFirst Friday Hike at Deer Pond FarmJanuary 5, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 January 5, 10 a.m. to Noon More information about First Friday Hike at Deer Pond Farm | January 6, 2024 |