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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Barn Island Wildlife Mgt Area - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Barn Island Wildlife Management Area\, Stonington – Chris Loscalzo and Dan Errichetti\n\nMay 24\, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\n\n\nBarn Island WMA is a large expanse of varied habitat along the Connecticut shore near the Rhode Island border\, including large tracts of salt marsh\, deciduous woodlands and a large brushy field. We’ll see 60+ species of birds\, with notable resident species including White-eyed and Yellow-throated Vireo\, Saltmarsh Sparrow and Willow Flycatcher likely to be seen. This is a good spot to look for rare shorebirds such as Wilson’s Phalarope and Black-necked Stilt. We’ll take a long hike of approximately 4 to 5 miles through the property\, which is mostly flat on good trails. Wear comfortable shoes and bring bug spray and water. \nMeet at 8 a.m. at the WMA entrance on Palmer Neck Road\, Stonington \nOfficial state map – the entrance off Palmer Neck Road is marked with an “E.” \nLeaders: Chris Loscalzo\, 203-214-3473 or closcalz@optonline.net; \nDan Errichetti\, danerrichetti@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-barn-island-wildlife-mgt-area-field-trip/
LOCATION:Barn Island Wildlife Management Area\, Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T110000
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Lake Watrous - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Lake Watrous\, Woodbridge – Pat Leahy\n\nMay 27\, 2026 @ 7:30 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nJoin Pat Leahy for a walk on protected Regional Water Authority property in Woodbridge with views of the lake and dam\, some wetlands\, and lakeside forest. The trip will be a 3 mile hike on a flat trail. \nMeet at Lake Bethany Regional Water Authority parking area on Hatfield Hill Road\, Bethany. We will carpool to Lake Watrous from there. \nLeader: Pat Leahy\, 203-314-0566 or ptjleahy@yahoo.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-lake-watrous-field-trip/
LOCATION:Lake Watrous\, Lake Watrous\, Woodbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T105619
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SUMMARY:New Haven Birding Club: Chippens Hill - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Chippens Hill Grassland Birds – Jack Swatt\n\nMay 31\, 2026 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am\n\n\n\nThe Chippens Hill area of Bristol has historically been farmland. The Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut and the city of Bristol are working to save some of the habitat where Bobolinks\, Meadowlarks\, and Grasshopper Sparrows have been found. Join Jack Swatt for a tour of these areas in search of these declining species. Bring plenty of water and be prepared to walk in sunny field habitat that may contain ticks. \nMeet at the Bristol Dog Park parking lot ​at 400 Perkins Street in Bristol\, just north of the intersection with Pinehurst Road. \nLeader: Jack Swatt\, 203-592-4686 or jswattbirds@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-birding-club-chippens-hill-field-trip/
LOCATION:Chippens Hill\, Chippens Hill\, Bristol\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T105619
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Mendell's Folly/Van Epps Preserve - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Mendell’s Folly and Van Epps Preserve\, Bethany – John Triana and Christin Arnini\n\nJune 14\, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION REQUIRED by June 10\, 2026 \nJoin the Bethany Land Trust and NHBC for a vigorous birding walk on the trails of several of the Bethany Land Trust’s parcels. The properties include a variety of habitats including wetland\, field\, upland deciduous and hemlock forest sections with rocky ledges\, and streams. Expect some steep and rocky areas with rough terrain and uneven and wet footing. Wear appropriate footwear and tick-proof clothing. Bring water. Inclement weather cancels. \nMeet at the roadside parking area at the Van Epps Preserve at 390 Beacon Road (route 42) in Bethany. Off road parking behind the gate is also available. \nTO REGISTER\, contact Bethany Land Trust Trails Chair\, Bob Harrison\, by Friday June 10\, 2026\, via cell 203-506-5888 or bjh51box@gmail.com. Walk will be limited to 20 participants. \nLeaders: John Triana\, 203-758-7203 or jtriana1@rwater.com; Christin Arnini\, 203-671-5567 or cevea55@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-mendells-folly-van-epps-preserve-field-trip/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T080000
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Brooksvale Park - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Brooksvale Park\, Hamden – Alan Malina and DeWitt Allen\n\nJune 20\, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nBrooksvale is a city park with a small barnyard for children. The rest of the park features a tree-lined pond and streams\, deep woods\, field/wood edges\, and a large weedy field with bluebird/swallow boxes and an array of bird-attracting feeders at a private residence just beyond the park. There is also easy access to the Farmington Canal Greenway Trail. Join us to look for raptors and nesting birds that share the various habitats. \nMeet in the large unpaved parking lot\, just south of the Barnyard main entrance. \nLeaders: Alan Malina\, 203-606-0437 or alm5565@msn.com; DeWitt Allen\, 860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-brooksvale-park-field-trip/
LOCATION:Brooksvale Park\, 524 Brooksvale Avenue\, Hamden\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T073000
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: People's State Forest - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Peoples State Forest\, Barkhamsted – Paul Mahler and Michele McDermott\n\nJuly 19\, 2026 @ 7:30 am – 11:30 am\n\n\n\nPeoples State Forest spans over 3\,000 acres of diverse habitats and features 14 miles of trails\, yet it has been infrequently birded over the years. Join us as we explore various hotspots within the forest. Species we’re likely to encounter include: Blackburnian\, Canada\, Black-throated Blue\, and Black-throated Green Warblers\, Northern Waterthrush\, Ovenbirds\, Red-breasted Nuthatches\, Scarlet Tanagers\, Least and Alder Flycatchers\, Winter Wrens\, and more. Great Horned and Barred Owls\, along with Broad-winged Hawks\, also nest within the forest. Please note: the forest can be quite buggy in summer. Mosquito nets and/or generous use of bug spray are highly recommended. We will drive to several locations and walk approximately 2–3 miles throughout the morning. Terrain will include boardwalks\, rocky access roads\, and forest trails with many stumps and roots — please plan footwear and mobility accordingly. \nMeet at Matthies Grove (106 East River Road\, Barkhamsted). Meet in front of the pavilion to the left of the entrance. Due to limited parking at other spots in the forest\, we will carpool from there. \nLeaders: Paul Mahler\, 860-459-6942; \nMichele McDermott\, 860-485-3087
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-peoples-state-forest-field-trip/
LOCATION:Peoples Forest\, 324 Park Road\, Barkhamsted\, CT\, 06063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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