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SUMMARY:CT Audubon EcoTravel: Owls at Shawangunk NWR
DESCRIPTION:Shawangunk Owls\nSaturday\, January 17     12 p.m. – 8 p.m.\n\nWhen the winter months get long and tiring\, join us on an adventure to Shawangunk National Wildlife Refuge in New York as we search for Shore-eared Owls\, Northern Harriers\, and other winter specialties. If we’re lucky\, we may even find a rare Gyrfalcon! Sundown is the best time to view these beautiful birds as they bounce over the open grassland.\n \nDate is subject to change depending on weather\, including wind.\nLeader: Matt Bell.\nFee: $110. Members: $95.\n\n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-owls-trip/
LOCATION:Shawangunk National Wildlife Refuge\, 02 Hoagerburgh Rd\,\, Wallkill\,\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T090000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon EcoTravel: Harlequins of Newport
DESCRIPTION:Harlequins of Newport Field Trip\nThursday\, January 22     9 a.m. – 8 p.m.\n\nHarlequin Duck\, the fashion plate of the winter seas\, is a rare sight in Connecticut. However\, travelers are nearly guaranteed to see some in Rhode Island\, where a large percentage of the dwindling North American population spends the winter. Look for Harlequins and other winter ducks at the point\, and take a tour of additional spots around Newport. Stop for dinner at a favorite local eatery before heading home. Meal is not included in price.Leader: Jim Sherwonit.\nFee: $100. Members: $85.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-harlequins-of-newport-field-trip/
LOCATION:Newport\, Newport\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T090000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon EcoTravel: Birding the Rhode Island Coast
DESCRIPTION:CT AUDUBON ECO TRAVEL:\n \n\nFebruary 2026\n\nBirding the Rhode Island Coast\nWednesday\, February 11     9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\n\nSpend the day cruising the Rhode Island coast\, visiting Charlestown Breachway and Napatree Point. Take the opportunity to see this summertime destination without the tourists\, when wintering birds are abundant. These two locations are always full of birdlife\, including Snowy Owl.\nLeader: Andy Griswold.\nFee: $100. Members: $85.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-birding-the-rhode-island-coast/
LOCATION:Rhode Island Coast\, Napatree Point\, Westerley\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T170000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon EcoTravel: Ducks of Jamaica Bay
DESCRIPTION:Ducks of Jamaica Bay\nSaturday\, April 4     7 a.m. – 5 p.m.\n\nA popular spot for shorebirds in fall\, Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is great birding year round. In early April\, waterfowl migration is underway and late stragglers and new arrivals of multiple species use the pools as a stopover on their way north. Join us as we scour the flocks for the rare and unusual\, welcoming migration back with open arms.\nLeader: Matt Bell.\nFee: $110. Members: $95\n\nTo sign up for a trip\, please call the office at (860) 767-0660.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-ducks-of-jamaica-bay/
LOCATION:Jamaica Bay NWR\, 175-10 Cross Bay Blvd\,\, Queens\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T060000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Eco Travel: Early Spring Migrants
DESCRIPTION:Early Spring Migrants \n\nThursday\, April 30     6 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nLate April is the beginning of the intense migration period when birds head north to summer haunts. With favorable weather and winds\, some species get a head start and we plan to greet them! Visit places known for their great diversity of migrants to see them in nuptial plumage and listen to their spring songs before the leaves make them more difficult to spot. \nLeader: Matt Bell.\nFee: $90. Members: $75.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-early-spring-migrants/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T060000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Eco Travel: Annual Lyme Loop
DESCRIPTION:Annual Lyme Loop\n\nThursday\, May 7     6 a.m. – 3 p.m.\n\nTravel through Lyme and Nehantic State Forest in search of neotropical migrants. The habitats of the state forest include wetlands\, streams\, and ponds\, all excellent places for the morning chorus of neotropical migrants. While the main focus will be on warblers and learning their songs\, vireos\, thrushes and other breeders can be present. Target species include Hooded\, Worm-eating\, and Cerulean warblers.\n\nLeader: Andy Griswold.\nFee: $90. Members: $75.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-annual-lyme-loop/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T060000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Eco Travel: Wood-Warblers of Cockaponset State Forest
DESCRIPTION:Wood-Warblers of Cockaponset State Forest\nThursday\, May 14     6 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nCockaponset State Forest\, named after a Native American chief buried in the Ponset section of Haddam\, is the second largest forest in the state forest system\, encompassing over 16\,000 acres. It offers a great habitat for migrating songbirds and provides for a busy morning of warblers\, vireos\, thrushes\, and more. The focus will be species setting up breeding territories\, and other species still continuing their journey northward to boreal breeding grounds. \nLeader: Andy Griswold.\nFee: $90. Members: $75
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-wood-warblers-of-cockaponset-state-forest/
LOCATION:Cockaponset State Forest\, Haddam\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
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UID:10009268-1778950800-1778961600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Eco Travel: Eagle/Osprey Boats
DESCRIPTION:ECO TRAVEL:\nEagle/Osprey Boats – Saturdays May 16 and 23 5 – 8 pm\n\nConnecticut Audubon Society EcoTravel will again offer boat cruises to search for Bald Eagle\, Osprey\, and other bird species migrating and nesting along the Connecticut River. Bald Eagle can be found along the lower river\, a habitat that hosts a transient winter population as well as nesting residents. Naturalists are on board the vessel to share information about the Connecticut River\, the birdlife\, and natural history.\n\nThe vessel has a heated cabin\, restrooms\, and three decks for optimal viewing. Tours are approximately three hours in length and depart from The Essex Steam Train in Essex. Train ride is included in the cost of the trip. Appropriate for children eight years old and over. Enjoy the beauty of the Connecticut River in spring!\n\nFee: $55 for members and nonmembers.\n\nFor reservations\, click here:\n\nMay 16\n\nMay 23\n\nRESERVATIONS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-eagle-osprey-boats/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train\, 30 Plains Road\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201555
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UID:10009269-1779555600-1779566400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Eco Travel: Eagle/Osprey Boats
DESCRIPTION:ECO TRAVEL:\nEagle/Osprey Boats – Saturdays May 16 and 23 5 – 8 pm\n\nConnecticut Audubon Society EcoTravel will again offer boat cruises to search for Bald Eagle\, Osprey\, and other bird species migrating and nesting along the Connecticut River. Bald Eagle can be found along the lower river\, a habitat that hosts a transient winter population as well as nesting residents. Naturalists are on board the vessel to share information about the Connecticut River\, the birdlife\, and natural history.\n\nThe vessel has a heated cabin\, restrooms\, and three decks for optimal viewing. Tours are approximately three hours in length and depart from The Essex Steam Train in Essex. Train ride is included in the cost of the trip. Appropriate for children eight years old and over. Enjoy the beauty of the Connecticut River in spring!\n\nFee: $55 for members and nonmembers.\n\nFor reservations\, click here:\n\nMay 16\n\nMay 23\n\nRESERVATIONS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-eagle-osprey-boats/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train\, 30 Plains Road\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel
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