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April 2, 2017(3 events)

Waterbirds in Love

March 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Exhibit through April 28

Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public.

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Eggs!

April 2, 2017 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Come learn about how different animals, from snakes to piping plovers, lay eggs and how they protect their offspring from both the predators and the weather. This program is for children ages 7 and up with an actively participating adult.

Members  $5/person, family maximum $20;
Non-members   $7/person, family maximum $28  

 

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John James Audubon: The Nature of the American Woodsman

April 2, 2017 2:00 pm - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Speaking on his new biography, History professor and author Greg Nobles brings John James Audubon back to full, vivid life; capturing the artist’s many facets as Audubon himself captured the essence of his beloved birds. The artist  became America’s first celebrity scientist. Come learn about our organization’s namesake. Books available for purchase. Fee: Free to CAS members; $7 non-members.

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April 3, 2017(2 events)

Waterbirds in Love

March 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Exhibit through April 28

Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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Nature Nursery, Spring Fling

April 3, 2017 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Mondays, March 27 - May 22

10 - 10:45 a.m.

(no class April 10)

Ages 2-3 with a participating adult

We’ll venture out into the sanctuary and listen for frogs calling, see turtles sunning themselves, and watch for birds journeying back from their long   winter travels. Inside activities may include stories, crafts, games, experiments, and live animal visitors. Please wear appropriate indoor/outdoor attire.

Eight-week series fee: members $84, non-members $112. Single class fee: members $12/class,

non-members $16/class.

 

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April 4, 2017(4 events)

Waterbirds in Love

March 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Exhibit through April 28

Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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Early Morning Bird Walks

April 4, 2017 8:00 am - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Fee: $3 CAS members; $7 non-members.

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Master Naturalist Volunteer Training Program

April 4, 2017 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

 

 Have you always wanted to learn more about the natural sciences? Want to volunteer at the Center? With 40 hours (ten, four hour sessions) of training, this may be the program for you. Registration limited to 15. Check our website for additional information and an application at www.ctaudubon.org/center-at-pomfret

Tuesdays, March 28 through May 30, 8 a.m.-Noon

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Toddler Trails and Tales

April 4, 2017 12:45 pm - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Center volunteer and mom of three, Melissa Telford will entertain your toddlers with stories, activities and fun along our trails. Wear clothes and boots appropriate for the weather. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost per child per day: $5 CAS members; $7 non-members.

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April 5, 2017(4 events)

Waterbirds in Love

March 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Exhibit through April 28

Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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Wednesday Noon Walks

April 5, 2017 12:00 pm -

Join Connecticut Audubon Society volunteers for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Free to CAS members; $3 non-members.

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After School Nature Club - Spring Session - Wednesdays

April 5, 2017 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm Trail Wood
Trail Wood
93 Kenyon Rd.
Hampton, CT 06247
860-928-4948

The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. We will be outside, so warm winter clothing and boots are a must. Fee: Members $60 for the 6-day session; Non-members $70 for the 6-day session.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=93+Kenyon+Rd.++Hampton+CT+06247+

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Junior Animal Keeper

April 5, 2017 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Wednesdays, March 29 - May 24

(No class April 12)

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. Eight-week series: members $84/child: non-members $112/child.  Preregistration required.  Call 203-259-6305 ext. 109.

 

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April 6, 2017(2 events)

Waterbirds in Love

March 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Exhibit through April 28

Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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After School Nature Club - Spring Session

April 6, 2017 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

The afternoons will be filled with fresh air, exercise and fun. We will be outside, so weather appropriate clothing and boots are a must. Fee: Members $60 for the 6-day session; Non-members $70 for the 6-day session. Download Permission Form.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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April 7, 2017(2 events)

Waterbirds in Love

March 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Exhibit through April 28

Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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Vernal Pool Inventory

April 7, 2017 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

With spring rains and snowmelt, pools that typically are dry throughout summer, become breeding habitat for woodland amphibians. Peepers, wood frogs and spotted salamanders congregate at these vernal pools. Our trained volunteers search vernal pools for these breeding amphibians and their egg masses. Call to register for one of the training sessions at 860-928-4948. Fee: $10 for CAS members; $15 for non-members.

Field work – Friday and Saturday mornings in April and May

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April 8, 2017(1 event)

Waterbirds in Love

March 5, 2017 N/A - Center at Pomfret
Center at Pomfret
218 Day Road
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Exhibit through April 28

Rarely seen courtship photos of over 50 species of waterbirds from 5 continents, including many endangered species. The birds perform spirited displays and courtship dances to impress each other while they pair up for their annual rituals. Free to the public.

https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=218+Day+Road++Pomfret+Center+CT+06259+

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Deer Pond Farm
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