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SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, Greater Hartford Region: Birding By Ear
DESCRIPTION:Birding by Ear\n\n\nTuesday\, June 9\, 2026\n2:00pm – 3:00pm\nAvon Free Public Library\n281 Country Club Rd\nAvon\, CT\, 06001\n860-673-9712\n\n\n\nFinding and identifying birds can be difficult\, particularly in summer. Join CT Audubon for an introduction to the joys of birding by ear. Learn tricks to help you recognize common bird songs and some of the tools available to help.  \nSponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library \n\n\nRegister here:  Birding by Ear (In-Person Event) – Avon Free Public Library
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-greater-hartford-region-birding-by-ear-june-9-2026/
LOCATION:Avon Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Free,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T190000
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Annual Picnic and Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Annual Picnic and Bird walk – Jun 9 – Tuesday – 6 pm \nNorthwest Park\, 145 Lang Rd\, Windsor\nPark in lot\, cross bridge to Warming Shed \nJoin us for a guided bird walk and socializing to kick off the summer! The bird walk will start at 5:00 pm and species we typically see include orioles\, indigo buntings\, and eastern bluebirds. The picnic will begin at 6:00. BYO dinner\, utensils\, and place setting. HAS will provide drinks and dessert. The picnic will conclude with a brief meeting. \nAudrey Staropoli – Audrey@hartfordaudubon.org – 860-961-6330 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-annual-picnic-and-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Northwest Park\, 45 Lang Rd.\, Windsor\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T170000
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society:  Annual Summer Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Annual Summer Bird Count – Jun 13-14 – Sat & Sun  \nBird Count Circle. 7.5-mile radius from Old State House \nJoin Hartford Audubon members as we participate in the annual Summer Bird Count. Species and numbers are counted on this two day tally within our Christmas Count circle. Bird one day or both and help collect breeding-bird data and track species trends for Connecticut. Bird for an hour or bird all weekend. \nJay Kaplan – jaybrd49@aol.com – 860-693-0157 – 860-707-5246 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-annual-summer-bird-count/
LOCATION:Hartford County\, Hartford\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Count,Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T180424
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T162855Z
UID:10009319-1781339400-1781348400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Ewen Farm Preserve Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Ewen Farm Preserve\, Orange – Bev Propen and Nancy Clark \n\nJune 13\, 2026 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nA scenic late spring walk around former hay fields\, past streams and a pond. Ewen Farm Preserve contains 43 acres of deep woods\, meadows\, ponds\, wetlands\, and fields that attract resident and migrating birds. A 75-yard boardwalk takes you through wetlands to the Indian River. The trail crosses wet areas; wear appropriate footwear. \nMeet at the intersection of St. John’s Drive and Farm River Road in Orange. \nLeaders: Beverly Propen\, 203-640-4089 or bpropen@gmail.com;  Nancy Clark\, nancyclarkbirder@gmail.com 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-ewen-farm-preserve-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Ewen Farm Preserve\, St. John’s Drive and Farm River Road\, Orange\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Haven Bird Club,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T113000
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SUMMARY:Birding for Pleasure and Hartford Audubon: Bird Walk at Frederick White Farm
DESCRIPTION:Count the Bobolinks and More! \n\nJoin Birding for Pleasure in Durham & Middlefield with the Hartford Audubon Society for a bird walk at Frederick White Farm – an important habitat for Bobolinks.  \nDate: Saturday June 13\, 2026 \nTime: 9 AM – to about 11 AM \nLocation: Meet at Frederick White Farm open space\,  \n70 Maple Ave\, Durham\, CT \nPark on side of dirt road down the hill. \nYouth must be accompanied by parent or responsible adult. \nThe Bobolink is a migratory songbird who travels all the way from South America to nest in the grasses at this town-owned farm. During this walk we will observe and count the Bobolink and other grassland species as we explore the farm fields.   \nPeter Picone will lead this walk. He is a Connecticut DEEP Wildlife Division habitat biologist and received the 2025 Tom ODell Outstanding District Service Award from the Connecticut River Coastal Conservation District. The Award recognizes Pete’s contributions to the Connecticut Envirothon and for his efforts to enhance habitat for wildlife through outreach and education about native plants and invasive plant management. \nRun completely by volunteers\, Birding for Pleasure’s goal is to engage communities in conversation\, restoration and enjoyment of grasslands focusing on birds\, wildlife and their habitats.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your binoculars\, drinking water\, bug repellent and wear waterproof shoes or boots. The walk around the farm is mostly flat and may be wet. It may be muddy.\nNo dogs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nVortex binoculars are available through a CVEF grant for check-out at the Durham and Middlefield Public Libraries during their regular business hours.  \nA few binoculars may be borrowed during our walk \nHeavy rain or lightening cancels.  \nRain-date is Wednesday June 17\, 2026 led by Debbie Evans. \n**Reservations are suggested. Admission is free.**  \nWe encourage you to RSVP to help us with our planning at:  \nhttps://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/16756526?hs=a \n  \n—————————\n\n\n\n\n                     
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/birding-for-pleasure-bird-walk-at-frederick-white-farm/
LOCATION:Frederick White Farm\, Maple Avenue\, Durham\, CT\, 06422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding for Pleasure,Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T180424
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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:Van Epps Preserve\, e Van Epps Preserve at 390 Beacon Road (route 42)\, Bethany\, 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:20260616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T180424
CREATED:20260520T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T165624Z
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, Greater Hartford Region/ Avon Library: Welcoming Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming Hummingbirds\n\nTuesday\, June 16\, 2026\n2:00pm – 3:00pm \n\n\nAvon Free Public Library\n281 Country Club Rd\nAvon\, CT\, 06001\n860-673-9712 \n\n\nLearn about the behavioral and structural adaptations that make hummingbirds unique\, what threats they face\, and how you can help protect them.\nSponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library\n \nRegister here:  Welcoming Hummingbirds (In-Person Event) – Avon Free Public Library\n \n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-greater-hartford-region-welcoming-hummingbirds-june-16-2026/
LOCATION:Avon Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Free,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T180424
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UID:10009321-1781942400-1781953200@www.ctbirding.org
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T113000
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CREATED:20260306T183003Z
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UID:10009322-1784446200-1784460600@www.ctbirding.org
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T170000
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: The Big Sit
DESCRIPTION:The Big Sit!™ 2026 \n\nOctober 10\, 2026 – October 11\, 2026\n\n\n\nThe Big Sit! is on! And has migrated back to the New Haven Bird Club\, where it began in 1992. Although there are a few changes\, most stays the same\, including the primary rule: HAVE FUN! The Big Sit is a semi-competitive birding event originated by the New Haven Bird Club. It is open and FREE to anyone (individuals and teams) all over the world! How many birds can you identify in one day while staying within a 17-foot / 5.2-meter diameter circle? That’s the challenge of The Big Sit! \nFinal dates/times and registration will be announced in 2026! Visit the Big Sit website for more information. \nThe Big Sit!™ is a registered trademark of the New Haven Bird Club\, Inc.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-the-big-sit-october-2026/
LOCATION:Connecticut\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Sit,Free,New Haven Bird Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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