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CT Audubon Eco Travel: Swallow Boats
CT Audubon EcoTravel: Swallow Boats
September 7 @ 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
$55
CT ECO travel:
Swallow Boats
Sundays, August 31 (4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
September 7 (4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
September 14 (3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
September 21 (3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
September 7 (4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
September 14 (3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
September 21 (3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
All times are approximate.
Witness one of the most spectacular avian events when thousands of Tree Swallows congregate on the lower Connecticut River at sunset to settle in on a giant communal roost during their fall migration. Birds come from miles away, creating a ballet of synchronized flight before settling down for the night. Renowned ornithologist and artist Roger Tory Peterson wrote that “the tornadoes of Tree Swallows eclipsed any other avian spectacle I have ever seen.” Join Connecticut Audubon naturalists and journey from Essex, CT first by train and then by boat to see the awe–inspiring display. Enjoy picturesque scenery from the 70–foot Mississippi–style river boat’s three decks. Food, a full bar, and restrooms are available on board. If you take only one trip this fall, make sure it’s this one! Tours are about three and a half hours in length and vary in departure time from 3:30–5pm depending on date chosen (the later in the month, the earlier the departure time).
Fee: $55 for members and nonmembers.
Fee: $55 for members and nonmembers.
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