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Birding for Pleasure: 2025 Connecticut Bobolink and Wildlife Festival in Durham
July 12 @ 7:55 am - 3:30 pm
Free
The free Connecticut Bobolink and Wildlife Festival in Durham is made possible with grants from Connecticut Ornithological Society and Hartford Audubon Society and a partnership with Durham Public Library.
The festival begins on July 12, 2025 with a bird/nature walk to count the Bobolinks at Frederick White Farm, then presentations and exhibit tables at the Durham Community Center. An afternoon bird/nature walk to count the Bobolinks is also planned. A light lunch from Carmine’s Pizza will be available.
Youth activities are planned for Sunday July 13 at Allyn Brook Park pavilion for students grade 5 and up.
The Connecticut Bobolink and Wildlife Festival in Durham brings together some of the best birding experts and artists in Connecticut.
Below are links to register through the Durham Public Library calendar. Register for one session or all.
Session 1: Saturday, July 12 7:55 AM – 9:15 AM Count the Bobolinks and More About Habitats – A guided bird walk. Free
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558215
Session 2: Saturday, July 12 9 AM – 2 PM Keynote Presentations, Educational Exhibits and Afternoon Bird Walk at 3 PM. A light lunch from Carmine’s Pizza will be available. Free
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558448
Session 3: Saturday, July 12 12 – 1 PM The Making of The Fledgling 4 – Lunch Workshop
Joe Gowac with his camera and video equipment. Register to attend. Free
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558492
Session 4: Sunday, July 13 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Young Adults Connect with Birds, Bugs and Nature – For students 5th grade and up Free
Must Register to Attend Registration – Lightning cancels
https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/14558546
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