August 25, 2025 — Each year, American Oystercatchers return to Connecticut’s beaches to nest, but face constant threats from predators. At Milford Point, two banded birds — N29, once rescued as a chick, and 3T, a fiercely territorial female — have shown the resilience and struggles of their species. Their stories highlight both the challenges of mainland nesting and the importance of protecting coastal habitats so these remarkable shorebirds can thrive.
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You CAN Go Home Again: Researchers have learned that American Oystercatchers return to the same locations. Two birds are loyal to the sandbar at Milford Point
Monday, August 25th, 2025Membership Month Photo Contest
Friday, August 22nd, 2025Photo Contest Rules Are you a photographer, nature lover, or backyard birder? Enter your favorite nature photo in our *Membership Month Photo Contest*! This is your chance to showcase your best shots and celebrate the beauty of birds and nature right here in Connecticut. Photo Categories: Birds – From songbirds to raptors, share your best […]
Enchanted Forest Walk – 5 p.m. (Registration)
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025This event takes place at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
School Day Off Fall Fun (Registration)
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025This program takes place at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Boy Scout Badge Day – Paws on the Path (Registration)
Monday, August 18th, 2025This program takes place at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT 06824.
Boy Scout Badge Day – Tigers in the Wild (Registration)
Monday, August 18th, 2025This program takes place at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT 06824.
Bird Walk at Smith Richardson Preserve (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This walk takes place at the Smith Richardson Wildlife Preserve in Westport, CT.
Hawk Watch at Deer Meadow (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This program meets at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Register: Swallow Paddle 9.25.25
Thursday, August 14th, 2025Register here for our Swallow Paddle on Thursday, September 25 in Old Lyme from 5:30-7:30 pm. Each participant must bring their own kayak/canoe and PFD. Questions? Contact us at rtpec@ctaudubon.org or call 860.598.4218.
Register: Swallow Paddle 9.16.25
Thursday, August 14th, 2025Register here for our Swallow Paddle on Tuesday, September 16 in Old Lyme from 5:30-7:30 pm. Each participant must bring their own kayak/canoe and PFD. Questions? Contact us at rtpec@ctaudubon.org or call 860.598.4218.
Register: Swallow Paddle 9.9.25
Thursday, August 14th, 2025Register here for our Swallow Paddle on Tuesday, September 9 in Old Lyme from 5:30-7:30 pm. Each participant must bring their own kayak/canoe and PFD. Questions? Contact us at rtpec@ctaudubon.org or call 860.598.4218.
Register: Guided Paddle 9.10.25
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025Register here for our Guided Paddle on Wednesday, September 10 at Smith Neck Boat Launch in Old Lyme from 9-11 am. Each participant must bring their own kayak/canoe and PFD. Questions? Contact us at rtpec@ctaudubon.org or call 860.598.4218.
Nature Tots – 11.25.25 (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This program meets at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Nature Tots – 11.18.25 (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This program meets at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Nature Tots – 10.28.25 (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This program meets at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Nature Tots – 10.21.25 (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This program meets at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Nature Tots – 10.14.25 (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This program meets at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Nature Tots – 9.30.25 (Registration)
Thursday, August 14th, 2025This program meets at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Nature Tots – Fall Series (Registration)
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025This program meets on Tuesdays, September 30; October 14, 21, 28; November 18 and 25 at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.
Register: Afterschool Adventures Session 2 – Thursdays
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025Register here for Afterschool Adventures Session 2 on Thursdays from 3:45-5:00 p.m. at the RTP Estuary Center located at 100 Lyme Street. Questions? Contact us at rtpec@ctaudubon.org or call 860-598-4218
