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February 28, 2021(1 event) Mountainfilm on Tour via ZoomMountainfilm on Tour via ZoomFebruary 26, 2021 at noon thru March 1 at noon - Via Zoom link provided when you registerVia Zoom link provided when you register More information about Mountainfilm on Tour via Zoom |
March 1, 2021(2 events) Mountainfilm on Tour via ZoomMountainfilm on Tour via ZoomFebruary 26, 2021 at noon thru March 1 at noon - Via Zoom link provided when you registerVia Zoom link provided when you register More information about Mountainfilm on Tour via Zoom Connecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseConnecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseMarch 1, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 In this six-week online course, you will learn how rivers function in general and how the Connecticut River, in particular, has posed challenges and presented opportunities to people and other living things inhabiting the watershed. This weaving of the facets of nature and culture will enhance your appreciation of this special river and empower you to become a more effective environmental steward. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Connecticut River Ecology Virtual Course |
March 2, 2021(1 event) For the Birds - Gulls and TernsFor the Birds - Gulls and TernsMarch 2, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 Often overlooked on Connecticut’s shore, gulls and terns are some of our most common yet difficult to identify birds. Learn which species call Connecticut home and how to identify them in their various plumages. February 16 -Week 1: Discover the adaptations, migration, feeding and breeding habits, conservation and human interactions that make gulls and terns unique. More information about For the Birds - Gulls and Terns | March 3, 2021 |
March 4, 2021(1 event) Vernal Pool Ecology WebinarVernal Pool Ecology WebinarMarch 4, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 Vernal Pool Ecology Webinar After winter’s snow and ice melts, life’s rich pageant gets underway in these biodiversity hot spots. The small, temporary wetlands known as vernal pools provide breeding habitat for forest-dwelling amphibians like Wood Frogs and Spotted Salamanders, but they are much more than that! The more closely you look, the more fascinating critters there are to see. This webinar will explore the variety of life forms and sagas taking place beneath the surface of the water. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=57+Wakeman+Hill+Road++Sherman+CT+06784++USAMore information about Vernal Pool Ecology Webinar |
March 5, 2021(1 event) First Friday Hike/SnowshoeFirst Friday Hike/SnowshoeMarch 5, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 Join our volunteers, Mary Ann and Allison for fresh air, exercise and good company on a hike or snowshoe excursion. This month we’ll explore the western trails. Pace of hike adjusted to participants. Hiking pole and shoe traction device helpful. More information about First Friday Hike/Snowshoe |
March 6, 2021(1 event) Family Beginner Bird WalkFamily Beginner Bird WalkMarch 6, 2021 9:00 am - 10:00 am The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 Join teacher-naturalist Morgan Allen at Watch Rock Preserve for a fun morning of searching for and identifying our fine feathered friends! Program includes materials to take home and build your own pinecone birdfeeder so you can continue to enjoy watching for birds! All ages welcome but best suited for ages 7 and up! Children must be accompanied by an adult. We recommend bringing your own binoculars but we will have a few sanitized pairs available. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Family Beginner Bird Walk |
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March 8, 2021(1 event) Connecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseConnecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseMarch 8, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 In this six-week online course, you will learn how rivers function in general and how the Connecticut River, in particular, has posed challenges and presented opportunities to people and other living things inhabiting the watershed. This weaving of the facets of nature and culture will enhance your appreciation of this special river and empower you to become a more effective environmental steward. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Connecticut River Ecology Virtual Course | March 9, 2021 |
March 10, 2021(1 event) Winter Morning Nature WalksWinter Morning Nature WalksMarch 10, 2021 10:30 am - 11:30 am Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 More information about Winter Morning Nature Walks |
March 11, 2021(1 event) Winter Bird WalksWinter Bird WalksMarch 11, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am1 Milford Point Rd Milford, 06460 203-878-7440 More information about Winter Bird Walks | March 12, 2021 | March 13, 2021 |
March 14, 2021 |
March 15, 2021(1 event) Connecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseConnecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseMarch 15, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 In this six-week online course, you will learn how rivers function in general and how the Connecticut River, in particular, has posed challenges and presented opportunities to people and other living things inhabiting the watershed. This weaving of the facets of nature and culture will enhance your appreciation of this special river and empower you to become a more effective environmental steward. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Connecticut River Ecology Virtual Course |
March 16, 2021(1 event) Young, Gifted, and Wild About Birds: "Bird Names for Birds"Young, Gifted, and Wild About Birds: "Bird Names for Birds"March 16, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmJordan Rutter and Gabriel Foley will talk about the effort to have the common names of birds changed so they're not named after people who perhaps don't deserve the honor. More information about Young, Gifted, and Wild About Birds: "Bird Names for Birds" |
March 17, 2021(1 event) Winter Morning Nature WalksWinter Morning Nature WalksMarch 17, 2021 10:30 am - 11:30 am Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 More information about Winter Morning Nature Walks | March 18, 2021 | March 19, 2021 |
March 20, 2021(1 event) Vernal Pool Ecology WalkVernal Pool Ecology WalkMarch 20, 2021 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 Vernal Pool Ecology Walk Join conservation biologist Jim Arrigoni, to explore around the edges of the vernal pools and other wetlands at Deer Pond Farm, looking for eggs of Wood Frogs and Spotted Salamanders as well as the diverse and abundant invertebrate life. If you have them, bring polarized sunglasses for better viewing into the water. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=57+Wakeman+Hill+Road++Sherman+CT+06784++USAMore information about Vernal Pool Ecology Walk |
March 21, 2021(1 event) Birding with Stefan MartinBirding with Stefan MartinMarch 21, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 Habitat Steward, Stefan Martin will lead this early spring walk while we explore the variety of bird species that call Deer Pond Farm home. With such diverse habitats, we can look forward to seeing birds such as the Eastern Bluebird, All levels of birders are welcome on the walks. Members: $10 More information about Birding with Stefan Martin |
March 22, 2021(2 events) Data Collection Volunteer TrainingData Collection Volunteer TrainingMarch 22, 2021 3:30 pm - 4:30 pmData Collection Join our conservation biologist Jim Arrigoni to learn about data collection – why it is important, how to do it and what opportunities exist at Deer Pond Farm. This will include information on eBird, CT Bird Atlas, and the NY Bird Atlas. More information about Data Collection Volunteer Training Connecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseConnecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseMarch 22, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 In this six-week online course, you will learn how rivers function in general and how the Connecticut River, in particular, has posed challenges and presented opportunities to people and other living things inhabiting the watershed. This weaving of the facets of nature and culture will enhance your appreciation of this special river and empower you to become a more effective environmental steward. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Connecticut River Ecology Virtual Course |
March 23, 2021(1 event) For the Birds - Waterfowl: Geese, Ducks and SwansFor the Birds - Waterfowl: Geese, Ducks and SwansMarch 23, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 Coastal Connecticut is a great place to see numerous waterfowl species in winter and early spring. Learn about the adaptations these birds have to their aquatic lifestyles and how to find and identify Connecticut species. March 23 – Week 1: Standing out among flocks of waterfowl, geese and swans are our largest waterfowl species. Week one will discuss Connecticut geese and swan species including habitat, range, diet, and identification tips. More information about For the Birds - Waterfowl: Geese, Ducks and Swans | March 24, 2021 |
March 25, 2021(2 events) Winter Bird WalksWinter Bird WalksMarch 25, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am1 Milford Point Rd Milford, 06460 203-878-7440 More information about Winter Bird Walks After-School Nature ExplorersAfter-School Nature ExplorersMarch 25, 2021 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 More information about After-School Nature Explorers | March 26, 2021 | March 27, 2021 |
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March 29, 2021(2 events) Nest Box Monitoring Volunteer TrainingNest Box Monitoring Volunteer TrainingMarch 29, 2021 3:30 pm - 4:30 pmNest Box Monitoring Join our habitat steward Stefan Martin to learn about nest box monitoring – why nest boxes are important, appropriate protocol, including the use of Nest Watch and which species of birds have nest boxes at Deer Pond Farm. More information about Nest Box Monitoring Volunteer Training Connecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseConnecticut River Ecology Virtual CourseMarch 29, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 In this six-week online course, you will learn how rivers function in general and how the Connecticut River, in particular, has posed challenges and presented opportunities to people and other living things inhabiting the watershed. This weaving of the facets of nature and culture will enhance your appreciation of this special river and empower you to become a more effective environmental steward. https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=++Old+Lyme+CT+06371+More information about Connecticut River Ecology Virtual Course |
March 30, 2021(1 event) For the Birds - Waterfowl: Geese, Ducks and SwansFor the Birds - Waterfowl: Geese, Ducks and SwansMarch 30, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary CenterThe Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Old Lyme, CT 06371 Coastal Connecticut is a great place to see numerous waterfowl species in winter and early spring. Learn about the adaptations these birds have to their aquatic lifestyles and how to find and identify Connecticut species. March 23 – Week 1: Standing out among flocks of waterfowl, geese and swans are our largest waterfowl species. Week one will discuss Connecticut geese and swan species including habitat, range, diet, and identification tips. More information about For the Birds - Waterfowl: Geese, Ducks and Swans |
March 31, 2021(1 event) The Wonderful World of OwlsThe Wonderful World of OwlsMarch 31, 2021 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 More information about The Wonderful World of Owls |
April 1, 2021(2 events) After-School Nature ExplorersAfter-School Nature ExplorersApril 1, 2021 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Center at FairfieldCenter at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Fairfield, CT 06824 More information about After-School Nature Explorers DISTRIBUTION & DETECTION OF FISHER IN CONNECTICUT: DEER POND FARM FINDINGS WEBINARDISTRIBUTION & DETECTION OF FISHER IN CONNECTICUT: DEER POND FARM FINDINGS WEBINARApril 1, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmSince 2018, Katerina Gillis has placed over 200 game cameras on private and public properties in Connecticut, including Deer Pond Farm in Sherman. Her photographic target is the fisher — a large weasel sometimes mistakenly called a fisher cat (mistakenly because it doesn’t fish and it’s not a cat). Katerina is a wildlife conservation and biology student at Central Connecticut State University. In the warm weather months, she works as the IBA Coastal Ranger at Connecticut Audubon’s Milford Point Coastal Center, where she leads the organization’s efforts to protect nesting Piping Plovers, terns, and American Oystercatchers. She’s also a student, and the game camera work is part of her master’s thesis project on the distribution of fishers in the state. Fishers range through much of North America. They were abundant in Connecticut until the 19th century, when logging and trapping all but eliminated them. They eventually re-established themselves in the northeast part of the state and were re-introduced into the northwest by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Have they found their way down the highlands to Sherman? It’s not a spoiler to say Katerina found not just fisher but other mammals at Deer Pond Farm as well. The details and her photos offer a rare look at animal nightlife in the thousand-foot hills of western Connecticut. She says fishers require specialized habitat and that if you think you hear fishers screaming at night, you’re probably wrong. “I’m surprised at how often people think that they have fisher in their backyard just based off of vocalizations when in reality its red foxes and raccoons that vocalize,” she says. You’re invited to join us on Zoom for Katerina’s free presentation, “Distribution & Detection of Fisher in Connecticut: Deer Pond Farm Findings,” on April 1, 2021, 7 p.m. More information about DISTRIBUTION & DETECTION OF FISHER IN CONNECTICUT: DEER POND FARM FINDINGS WEBINAR |
April 2, 2021(1 event) First Friday HikeFirst Friday HikeApril 2, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deer Pond Farm57 Wakeman Hill Road Sherman, CT 06784 USA (860) 799-4074 Join our volunteers, Mary Ann and Allison for fresh air, exercise and good company on a hike or snowshoe excursion. This month we’ll explore the western trails. Pace of hike adjusted to participants. Hiking pole and shoe traction device helpful. No Fee https://maps.google.com/maps?z=16&daddr=57+Wakeman+Hill+Road++Sherman+CT+06784++USAMore information about First Friday Hike |
April 3, 2021(1 event) |
