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SUMMARY:Mattabeseck Audubon Society: Let's Go a-Ducking
DESCRIPTION:A replication of Dave Titus’s favorite duck migration trip will start at Bishops Ponds\, Research Parkway (off East Main Street) in Meriden\, then will take Barnes Road to North Farms Reservoir (reservoir has supplied flock of Coots in past). Then to Broad Brook Reservoir\, Cheshire. \nDress for the (usually) raw and chilling weather. \nMeet at 8:00 a.m.\, Cromwell Stop & Shop plaza parking lot\, on the side lot by Mattress Firm. \nCall Larry Cyrulik for more information at 342-4785 or 635-1880.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/mattabeseck-audubon-society-lets-go-a-ducking/
LOCATION:Cromwell Stop & Shop\, 195 West Street\, Cromwell\, CT\, 06416\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,Mattabeseck Audubon Society,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mattabeseck Audubon Society":MAILTO:mattabeseck@mac.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T210000
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Wildlife Series - Project Puffin
DESCRIPTION:March 17\, 2026 – Wildlife Series – Tue 7:30 pm \nSocial Time at 7:00pm \nMcCauley Residence Auditorium \nSpeaker: “Seabird Sue” Schubel: Seabird Biologist\, Educator \nCelebrating 50 Years of Project Puffin — from Maine to the World! \nIn the late 1800s\, puffins were almost eliminated from the Maine coast. In 1973 an experiment to bring them back to their former nesting island of Eastern Egg Rock was begun. Learn about this success story and how years of effort resulted in a thriving colony off of Maine. \nAlison Wilcox Speakers@HartfordAudubon.org 860-707-5907 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-wildlife-series-project-puffin/
LOCATION:McAuley Residence Auditorium\, 275 Steele Rd.\, West Hartford\, CT 06117\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
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SUMMARY:Western CT Bird Club:  Meeting - All Things CT Shorebirds
DESCRIPTION:Date:  Thursday\, March 19\n \nWhat:  Western CT Bird Club monthly meeting\n \nWhen:  6:30 refreshments\, 7:00 meeting to 8:30 PM\n \nWhere:  Southbury Public Library\, 100 Poverty Hollow\, Southbury\, CT 06488 (off Main Street South\, on the corner of Old Field Road)\n \nTitle:  All Things Connecticut Shorebirds\n \nWho:  Nick Bonomo.  A birder since the age of 13\, Nick was born and raised in Connecticut and has traveled all seven continents in search of birds. His youthful enthusiasm for birds and nature as a whole is contagious on the tours he leads for Sunrise Birding. An accomplished photographer\, Nick is always willing to share tips and tricks in the field. He currently sits on the Avian Records Committee of Connecticut and maintains a long-running blog about his birding adventures. Nick holds an undergraduate degree from Stonehill College and a graduate degree from Yale University; he practices in Orthopedic Surgery as a Physician Associate in the United States\n \nDescription:  Join Nick as he gives an introduction to all things Connecticut Shorebirds. We will learn what exactly a “shorebird” is\, and how to tell the various types apart from one another. We will discuss the incredible life cycles of these birds\, including their daunting migrations. We will also learn where and when to find shorebirds in Connecticut\, whether you live inland or along the coast.\n \nFree and open to the public\n \nContact:  Angela Dimmitt – 860-355-3429 or angeladimmitt@aol.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/western-ct-bird-club-march-monthly-meeting-all-things-ct-shorebirds/
LOCATION:Southbury Library\, 100 Poverty Road Southbury\, CT\, Southbury\, 06488\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Talk,Western Connecticut Bird Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Connecticut Bird Club":MAILTO:westernctbirdclub@gmail.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T151830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T012036Z
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society:  Woodcocks at Nod Brook
DESCRIPTION:March 21\, 2026 – Woodcocks at Nod Brook – Sat 7:15 pm \n82 Hopmeadow St (Rt 10)\, Simsbury\nBack of the first parking lot of the Tower Office Park\nSee the unique mating display or “sky dance” of the American Woodcock on a relatively short evening trip. \nShort distance 0.25 mile – lasts about 1 hour after dusk. Must stand still/quiet while waiting for birds. Dress and layer for cold. \nBrian Toal – BrianToal@SBCGlobal.net
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-woodcocks-at-nod-brook/
LOCATION:Nod Brook\, 82 Hopmeadow St (Rt 10)\,\, Simsbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260105T150141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T002803Z
UID:10009163-1774166400-1774177200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club:  Cheshire Hotspots
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Cheshire Hotspots\n\nMarch 22 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nJoin us for an early spring exploration of several birding hotspots in Cheshire. Locations may include Broad Brook Reservoir to check for waterfowl\, overwintering songbirds and raptors\, and possible early arriving migrants; Riverbound Farm Sanctuary; and Boulder Knoll Open Space. \nMeet at 894 S Meriden Road\, Cheshire. We will carpool from there. \nLeader: Melissa Baston\, 860-995-0656 or mbaston@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-cheshire-hotspots/
LOCATION:Cheshire\, Route 68 access to Broad Brook Reservoir\,\, Cheshire\, 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:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20251210T155926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T003324Z
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm: Bird Anatomy Basics
DESCRIPTION:Bird Anatomy Basics (via Zoom)\n\nMarch 26\, 7-8 PM\n \n\nBirders are captivated by the song\, flight patterns\, and plumage of many birds. Enhance your birding experience with this simplified presentation on how birds have evolved. Learn about the incredible ways bird bodies have been shaped by their evolutionary history. Find out have been shaped by their evolutionary history. Find out how learning bird anatomy can help you hone your birding skills. Join avian expert Sanctuary Manager/Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer for this bird anatomy webinar via Zoom.  Beginner-friendly class\, all levels are welcome.\n \nClick here to register for the Bird Anatomy Basics Program.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-deer-pond-bird-anatomy-basics/
LOCATION:Online\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Deer Pond Farm,Free,Online,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm":MAILTO:dwallin@ctaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260105T150600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T003651Z
UID:10009164-1774684800-1774695600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Edgewood Park
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Edgewood Park\, New Haven – Chris Howe and DeWitt Allen\n\nMarch 28 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nAn early spring walk at this urban park with varied habitat including woodlands\, fields\, streams\, and ponds. Wood Duck\, Hooded Merganser\, Kingfisher\, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker\, and Brown Creeper are all possible. Walking is easy and flat with one dirt path through a wooded area. Total distance is approximately 2.5 miles. \nMeet at the Edgewood Park parking lot next to the tennis courts\, entrance off West Rock Avenue\, just south of Whalley Avenue\, New Haven. \nLeaders: Chris Howe\, 203-530-1066 or clhowe2@yahoo.com; DeWitt Allen\,  860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com \n \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-edgewood-park/
LOCATION:Edgewood Park\, West Rock Ave\, New Haven\, Connecticut\, 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:20260328T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T170000
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CREATED:20260106T155412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T172035Z
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Field Trip to Sachuest Point\, RI
DESCRIPTION:March 28\, 2026 – Sachuest Point\, RI -Sat 8:30 am \n769 Sachuest Point Rd\, Middletown\, RI \nMeet at the Sachuest Point Visitor Center parking lot\nView Harlequin Ducks and seabirds that are hard to see in CT. We will also visit Trustom Pond\, Ninigret\, and locations showing rarities. Level walking on shoreline trail about 2-3 miles. Dress warmly and bring a lunch. \nJon Ward – jward88787@aol.com – 860-416-3958
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-field-trip-sachuest-point-ri/
LOCATION:769 Sachuest Point Road\, Middletown\, RI\, 769 Sachuest Point Road\, Middletown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T160008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T014304Z
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Field Trip - Silver Sands State Park
DESCRIPTION:March 29\, 2026 – Silver Sands State Park\, 1 Silver Sands Pkwy\, Milford – 8 am \nMeet in main parking lot \nContact Maggie to verify this date. This is a good trip to try for sea ducks and sparrows while hoping for a Rough-legged Hawk. Dress warmly. Flat shoreline walk about 2 miles for about 3 hours. \nMaggie Peretto – wings.mp@gmail.com – 860-604-4903\nErnie Harris – pdlqlt@mac.com – 860-603-2655
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-field-trip-silver-sands-state-park/
LOCATION:Silver Sands State Park\, 1 Silver Sands Parkway\, Milford\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T160407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T155631Z
UID:10009174-1775030400-1775041200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Field Trip - Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:April 1\, 2026 – Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge – 8 am\n\n202 Bark Haul Rd\, Longmeadow\, MA \nPark by sign at the end of the road\nA wonderful mix of ponds\, swamps\, woods\, and fields\, Fannie Stebbins has ideal habitat for a wide variety of birds. The loop trail we will take is 2.2 miles long and brings us along or through all of the habitats. This is an easy walk\, although it may be wet or muddy\nin places. Bring bug spray. \nJon Ward\njward88787@aol.com\n860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-field-trip-fannie-stebbins-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge\, Longmeadow\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260317T153127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T204959Z
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SUMMARY:New Canaan Nature Center: Spring Early Morning Walks
DESCRIPTION:Spring Early Morning Walks with Frank Gallo\nWednesday\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 May 13 & 20\n \n8:30am – 10:00am\n \nMeet Senior Naturalist Frank Gallo for bird walks on the beautiful grounds at the Nature Center Center. We’ll be keeping track of and learning about the birds we see as we generate a database and new bird lists for Bristow Sanctuary and NCNC. Binoculars are available if needed\n \nAll walks will meet in the lower parking lot at NCNC\n \nAll walks are free of charge but we do ask that you register\n \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-canaan-nature-center-spring-early-morning-walks/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:New Canaan Nature Center\, 144 Oenoke Ridge\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Canaan Nature Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260117T192345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T160738Z
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SUMMARY:Audubon CT Greenwich: Spring Migration Bird Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Bird Education Specialist Ryan MacLean for a morning bird tour at the Greenwich Audubon Center! The center’s open fields\, apple orchard\, wetlands\, and woodlands provide great habitat for migrating birds such as warblers\, vireos\, tanagers\, thrushes\, orioles\, and others. Binoculars will be available for those who don’t have them. Meet in the Audubon Center in Greenwich parking Lot. \nThe program is FREE but participants must register in advance through our online ticket sales page with additional contributions optional. Please select the date from the registration page of the program you wish to attend. There will be no ticket sales at the door the day of the program. Please be prepared to show proof of your ticket registration\, either as a printed copy of your registration receipt or your registration confirmation email on your phone. \nProgram Fee: Admission is FREE but donations are encouraged. Your contributions help support our conservation work\, including advocating for the protection of birds and the habitats they depend on for survival. \nRSVP is Required \nRecommended for ages 6 and up. \nPlease register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same. \nWe will meet you in our parking lot at the start of the program. \nFor questions\, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353. \nALL CHILDREN ATTENDING MUST BE SUPERVISED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-greenwich-spring-migration-bird-tour-4/
LOCATION:Greenwich Audubon\, 613 Riversville Road\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06831\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Greenwich Audubon,National Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T161100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T161257Z
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Field Trip - Great Pond\, Simsbury
DESCRIPTION:April 4\, 2026 – Great Pond\, Simsbury – Sat 8 am \n156 Great Pond Rd\, Simsbury\n\nBetween Laurel Ln and Old Farms Rd\nMeet in parking lot at end of entrance dirt road \nAn easy walk over a newly widened road leads to Great Pond\, where we will see waterfowl\, shorebirds\, migrating warblers and the many types of birds that call this area home. Usually lasts about 3 hrs\, but can leave at any time. Maximum distance is 1.5 miles.\nBring a spotting scope if you have one. \nJon Ward – jward88787@aol.com –\n860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-field-trip-great-pond-simsbury/
LOCATION:156 Great Pond Road\, Simsbury\, CT\, 156 Great Pond Road\, Simsbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260317T153127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T204959Z
UID:10009361-1775637000-1775642400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Canaan Nature Center: Spring Early Morning Walks
DESCRIPTION:Spring Early Morning Walks with Frank Gallo\nWednesday\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 May 13 & 20\n \n8:30am – 10:00am\n \nMeet Senior Naturalist Frank Gallo for bird walks on the beautiful grounds at the Nature Center Center. We’ll be keeping track of and learning about the birds we see as we generate a database and new bird lists for Bristow Sanctuary and NCNC. Binoculars are available if needed\n \nAll walks will meet in the lower parking lot at NCNC\n \nAll walks are free of charge but we do ask that you register\n \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-canaan-nature-center-spring-early-morning-walks/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:New Canaan Nature Center\, 144 Oenoke Ridge\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Canaan Nature Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260117T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T213238Z
UID:10009213-1775890800-1775896200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Audubon CT Greenwich: Spring Migration Bird Tour
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAYS APRIL 4-11-18-25\, MAY 2-9 2026. 7 AM – 8:30 AM \nJoin Bird Education Specialist Ryan MacLean for a morning bird tour at the Greenwich Audubon Center! The center’s open fields\, apple orchard\, wetlands\, and woodlands provide great habitat for migrating birds such as warblers\, vireos\, tanagers\, thrushes\, orioles\, and others. Binoculars will be available for those who don’t have them. Meet in the Audubon Center in Greenwich parking Lot. \nThe program is FREE but participants must register in advance through our online ticket sales page with additional contributions optional. Please select the date from the registration page of the program you wish to attend. There will be no ticket sales at the door the day of the program. Please be prepared to show proof of your ticket registration\, either as a printed copy of your registration receipt or your registration confirmation email on your phone. \nProgram Fee: Admission is FREE but donations are encouraged. Your contributions help support our conservation work\, including advocating for the protection of birds and the habitats they depend on for survival. \nRSVP is Required \nRecommended for ages 6 and up. \nPlease register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same. \nWe will meet you in our parking lot at the start of the program. \nFor questions\, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353. \nALL CHILDREN ATTENDING MUST BE SUPERVISED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-greenwich-spring-migration-bird-tour-5/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Greenwich Audubon\, 613 Riversville Road\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06831\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audubon CT,Free,Greenwich Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T161632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T183216Z
UID:10009176-1775894400-1775901600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Field Trip - Greenstone  Hollow
DESCRIPTION:April 11\, 2026 –  Greenstone Hollow – 8 am\n31 Ridge Blvd\, East Granby\nPark on north side of road \nAll are welcome on this exploration of our Greenstone Hollow Nature Preserve. Woodland\, water and shrub meadow habitats will hopefully provide 20-40 species during the Spring migration.\nAbout 1.5 miles of easy walking for up to 2 hours. Can leave at any time. Wear waterproof footgear if it has rained recently. \nChris & Diane Fisher ChrisF001@aol.com – 860-967-5976 T \n \n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-field-trip-greenstone-hollow/
LOCATION:Greenstone Hollow\, 31 Ridge Blvd.\, East Granby\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260105T151157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T183606Z
UID:10009165-1775979000-1775989800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Field Trip - West Rock Ridge State Park
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – West Rock Ridge State Park – Lake Wintergreen\, Hamden – Molly Zahn and Peter Grund\n\nApril 12 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am\n\n\n\nJoin Molly Zahn and Peter Grund for a walk at the Lake Wintergreen area of West Rock Ridge State Park. We will circle the lake and\, if there is time\, walk up to the water tower close to the top of the ridge. The walk around the lake is on gravel or dirt paths and is mostly flat. The walk to the ridge is uphill. We hope to see a broad range of woodland birds\, as well as some waterfowl on and around the lake. Possible birds are (among others) Golden-crowned Kinglet\, Purple Finch\, Pine Warbler\, Bald Eagle\, and Ring-necked Duck\, as well as early migrants such as Eastern Phoebe\, Eastern Towhee\, and perhaps Brown Thrasher\, Louisiana Waterthrush\, and Palm Warbler. \nMeet at the Lake Wintergreen parking lot off Main Street\, Hamden. \nLeaders: Molly Zahn\, 785-383 8695 or mollymzahn@gmail.com; Peter Grund\,  785-727-3962 or petergrund93@yahoo.com \n \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-field-trip-west-rock-ridge-state-park/
LOCATION:West Rock Ridge State Park – Lake Wintergreen\, West Rock Ridge State Park – Lake Wintergreen\, Hamden
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:20260414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T145829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T214942Z
UID:10009169-1776193200-1776200400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Meeting - Madagascar\, An Island with Amazing Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:April 14\, 2026 – ✪ Monthly Meeting ✪ \nTue 7:30 pm – Social Time at 7:00pm \nSt James’s Episcopal Church\,1018 Farmington Ave\, WH\nSpeaker: Angela Dimmitt: President of the Western CT Bird Club \nMadagascar- A Mysterious Island with Amazing Wildlife \nThe island of Madagascar is an ecological wonder with over 90% of its birds\, animals\, insects\, reptiles\, and plants found nowhere else on Earth! The people of Madagascar too are very interesting\, with possible Indonesian origins although the island is off the east coast of Africa. Their language\, Malagasy\, is unlike any other. \nAlison Wilcox Speakers@HartfordAudubon.org 860-707-5907 T \n \n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-march-monthly-meeting-madagascar-an-island-with-amazing-wildlife/
LOCATION:St James Episcopal Church\, 1018 Farmington Ave\,\, West Haven\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T162645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T221001Z
UID:10009178-1776240000-1776250800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Station 43 Beginner's Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:April 15\, 2026  Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #4 Wed 8 am \n953 Main St\, South Windsor\nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St\nPark along road near intersection. \nThe fourth of four morning walks designed for beginners at Hartford Audubon’s oldest sanctuary. Station 43 is an excellent birding area year-round and on each walk we will look for seasonal birds. The walk is roughly 2.5 miles (3 hrs) long over flat terrain but we may encounter muddy areas and water covering parts of the path. Bring spotting scope if you have one. High\, water-proof boots and insect repellent are suggested. \nJon Ward – jward88787@aol.com – 860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-station-43-beginners-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Station 43\, 990 Main St.\, South Windsor\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260317T153127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T204959Z
UID:10009362-1776241800-1776247200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Canaan Nature Center: Spring Early Morning Walks
DESCRIPTION:Spring Early Morning Walks with Frank Gallo\nWednesday\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 May 13 & 20\n \n8:30am – 10:00am\n \nMeet Senior Naturalist Frank Gallo for bird walks on the beautiful grounds at the Nature Center Center. We’ll be keeping track of and learning about the birds we see as we generate a database and new bird lists for Bristow Sanctuary and NCNC. Binoculars are available if needed\n \nAll walks will meet in the lower parking lot at NCNC\n \nAll walks are free of charge but we do ask that you register\n \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-canaan-nature-center-spring-early-morning-walks/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:New Canaan Nature Center\, 144 Oenoke Ridge\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Canaan Nature Center,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260317T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T221734Z
UID:10009366-1776328200-1776333600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Canaan Nature Center: Bristow Sanctuary - Spring Early Morning Walks
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 16\, 23 May 14 & 21\n \n8:30am – 10:00am\n \nMeet Senior Naturalist Frank Gallo for bird walks on the beautiful grounds at the Bristow Sanctuary. We’ll be keeping track of and learning about the birds we see as we generate a database and new bird lists for Bristow Sanctuary and NCNC. Binoculars are available if needed\n \nAll walks will meet in the Meade Park parking lot near the Ball Fields\n \nAll walks are free of charge but we do ask that you register\nRegister Here \n \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/bristow-sanctuary-spring-early-morning-walks/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:New Canaan NC and Bristow Bird Sanctuary\, 144 Oenoke Ridge / 47 Old Stamford Rd\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Canaan Nature Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260209T000739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T222637Z
UID:10009233-1776360600-1776365100@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Audubon CT\, Bent of the River: Spring Migration with the Audubon Center at Booth Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this wonderful and timely presentation and Q&A from the Audubon Center on Spring Migration! \nHere come the birds! Migrating birds are coming north from southern wintering grounds to breed in the spring. We will use Audubon’s Migration Explorer to see how far they have traveled. We will talk about why some birds migrate\, how they do it\, and when. \nBring your questions for this insightful presentation! \nPlease register to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-bent-of-the-river-spring-migration-with-the-audubon-center/
LOCATION:C.H. Booth Library\, 25 Main Street\, Newtown\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audubon CT,Bent of the River,Free,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bent of the River Audubon Center":MAILTO:bentoftheriver@audubon.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260317T160553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T222959Z
UID:10009370-1776414600-1776420000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Canaan Nature Center: Area Open Space Bird and Natural History Walks
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 17 & 24\, May 8 & 22\n8:30am – 10:00am\n \nMeet our Senior Naturalist and expert birder\, Frank Gallo\, for early morning bird walks at Bristow Sanctuary as well as the other sites below. We’ll be keeping track of the birds we see as we generate a database and new bird lists for Bristow Sanctuary and the New Canaan Nature Center.\n \nFriday\, April 17\nBristow Bird Sanctuary\, New Canaan\nParking at Mead Park\n \n\nFriday\, April 24\nCove Island Park Wildlife Sanctuary\, Stamford\nPark at far southwest corner of the parking lot past the rink\n \n\nFriday\, May 8\nSilvermine-Fowler Preserve\, New Canaan\nThe parking lot is on Silvermine Road\nThis lovely preserve is a joy to explore. Join us as we search for signs of spring – salamanders\, frogs\, and early spring wildflowers.\n \n\n\nFriday\, May 22\nNCLT’s Browne Preserve\, New Canaan\nMeet in the parking lot at their office\nJoin us as we search for signs of spring – birds and spring wildflowers.\n\n\n \nAll walks are free of charge but we do ask that you register\n \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-canaan-nature-center-area-open-space-bird-and-natural-history-walks/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:New Canaan NC and Bristow Bird Sanctuary\, 144 Oenoke Ridge / 47 Old Stamford Rd\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Canaan Nature Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260117T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T213238Z
UID:10009214-1776495600-1776501000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Audubon CT Greenwich: Spring Migration Bird Tour
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAYS APRIL 4-11-18-25\, MAY 2-9 2026. 7 AM – 8:30 AM \nJoin Bird Education Specialist Ryan MacLean for a morning bird tour at the Greenwich Audubon Center! The center’s open fields\, apple orchard\, wetlands\, and woodlands provide great habitat for migrating birds such as warblers\, vireos\, tanagers\, thrushes\, orioles\, and others. Binoculars will be available for those who don’t have them. Meet in the Audubon Center in Greenwich parking Lot. \nThe program is FREE but participants must register in advance through our online ticket sales page with additional contributions optional. Please select the date from the registration page of the program you wish to attend. There will be no ticket sales at the door the day of the program. Please be prepared to show proof of your ticket registration\, either as a printed copy of your registration receipt or your registration confirmation email on your phone. \nProgram Fee: Admission is FREE but donations are encouraged. Your contributions help support our conservation work\, including advocating for the protection of birds and the habitats they depend on for survival. \nRSVP is Required \nRecommended for ages 6 and up. \nPlease register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same. \nWe will meet you in our parking lot at the start of the program. \nFor questions\, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353. \nALL CHILDREN ATTENDING MUST BE SUPERVISED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-greenwich-spring-migration-bird-tour-5/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Greenwich Audubon\, 613 Riversville Road\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06831\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audubon CT,Free,Greenwich Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T163656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T224049Z
UID:10009179-1776499200-1776510000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Farmington River Park  Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:April 18\, 2026 – Farmington River Park – Sat 8:00 am \n458 Tunxis Avenue\, Bloomfield\, CT. Meet in Parking Lot \nEnjoy a morning trip exploring the Farmington River and neighboring woodlands. This is a new area for Hartford Audubon. This is an exploratory walk to see what can be found in the area. About a two-mile walk. There are some ups and downs\, and several places may be muddy. River conditions may send us on a different trail. \nLarry Lunden larrylunden@hartfordaudubon.org 860-953-1847
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-farmington-river-park-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Farmington River Park\, 458 Tunxis Ave\, Bloomfield\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260105T151805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T223722Z
UID:10009166-1776499200-1776513600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Field Trip - Geology and Birds\, Branford
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Geology and Birds\, Branford – Cheryl Cape and Dan May \n\nApril 18 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\n\n\nRain date: Sunday\, April 19\, 2026 \nJoin a field trip that explores natural resources and birds in two rock areas in rural Branford and suburban New Haven. The trip starts at the Kelley Memorial Preserve in Branford\, which surrounds the active Stony Creek quarry. Stony Creek granite is a building stone mined here since the late 19th century. We hike a moderately strenuous loop of 1.5 miles\, observing the geological features and the birds in woodland and riparian settings. An optional (and shorter) second part of the trip\, after a rest stop on I-95\, will be at Quarry Park Preserve in Fair Haven Heights. This small\, wooded preserve in sandstone bedrock was quarried from the 1700s to the early 1900s. \nMeet at the Kelley Memorial Preserve parking lot\, 103-127 Quarry Road\, Branford. \nLeaders: Cheryl Cape and Dan May\, 203-343-4490 or capect13@gmail.com \n \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-field-trip-geology-and-birds-branford/
LOCATION:Kelley Memorial Preserve\, 103-127 Quarry Rd\, Branford\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T164243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T225441Z
UID:10009180-1776798000-1776805200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon: Wildlife Series - The Wonders of Bird Migration
DESCRIPTION:April 21\, 2026 – Wildlife Series  \nTue 7:30 pm \nSocial Time at 7:00pm \nMcCauley Residence Auditorium \nSpeaker: Fran Zygmont: Conservationist and former Litchfield Hills Audubon President \nThe Wonders of Bird Migration \nA longtime avid birder with a keen interest in bird migration\, Fran Zygmont will tell of travels of migratory birds to and from their wintering grounds. Why do birds undertake these long journeys and what challenges do they face? What tools do we have to study their movements? Fran will answer these questions and explain how weather plays a part in migration. He will also reveal some amazing facts you’ll hardly believe! \nAlison Wilcox Speakers@HartfordAudubon.org 860-707-5907 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-wildlife-series-the-wonders-of-bird-migration/
LOCATION:McAuley Residence Auditorium\, 275 Steele Rd.\, West Hartford\, CT 06117\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260106T164814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T225855Z
UID:10009181-1776844800-1776852000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon: Glastonbury Great Pond Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:April 22\, 2026 – Glastonbury Great Pond – Wed 8 am \nEntrance is just beyond 451 Great Pond Rd\, Glastonbury\, on left\nFrom Rt. 17 – use south entrance to Great Pond Rd and drive in 0.2 mi. Park on south side away from hydrants. \nGreat Pond offers great treetop\, pond and mudflat visuals of migrants\, including shorebirds. Great Pond has had over 140 recorded species: Wild Turkey\, flycatchers\, warblers\, kinglets\, herons and ducks. 2.5 mile walk. Hilly terrain. Bring bug spray and sturdy shoes. Extend your morning by birding nearby Cotton Hollow and Ferry Road\, a CT River ferry landing. \nAnnette Pasek – apasek@cox.net – 860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-glastonbury-great-pond-bird-walk/
LOCATION:451 Great Pond Road\, Glastonbury\, CT\, 451 Great Pond Road\, Glastonbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260317T153127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T204959Z
UID:10009363-1776846600-1776852000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Canaan Nature Center: Spring Early Morning Walks
DESCRIPTION:Spring Early Morning Walks with Frank Gallo\nWednesday\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 May 13 & 20\n \n8:30am – 10:00am\n \nMeet Senior Naturalist Frank Gallo for bird walks on the beautiful grounds at the Nature Center Center. We’ll be keeping track of and learning about the birds we see as we generate a database and new bird lists for Bristow Sanctuary and NCNC. Binoculars are available if needed\n \nAll walks will meet in the lower parking lot at NCNC\n \nAll walks are free of charge but we do ask that you register\n \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-canaan-nature-center-spring-early-morning-walks/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:New Canaan Nature Center\, 144 Oenoke Ridge\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Canaan Nature Center,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154513
CREATED:20260209T020132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T031607Z
UID:10009244-1776884400-1776888000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Menunkatuck Audubon: Visiting Argentina's Pampas and Atlantic Forest
DESCRIPTION:Last November\, John Hannan traveled over 2\,500 miles through Argentina’s grasslands and Atlantic Forest\, visiting five key conservation projects managed by Aves Argentinas. These projects protect thousands of acres of grasslands and forest habitat for hundreds of species\, including the endangered Pampas Meadowlark\, Saffron-cowled Blackbird\, Yellow Cardinal\, Blue-winged Macaw\, and many others. Along the way\, he observed more than 300 bird and other wildlife species. \nThrough images of stunning birds and landscapes\, John will share an inspiring story of conservation efforts that bring together scientists\, ranchers\, and conservationists. Together\, they work to protect some of the world’s most unique habitats while supporting local communities with sustainable livelihoods. \nJohn Hannan is a 40-year veteran of the non-profit world\, most of it in the conservation sphere. He has been a part of the Audubon family at all levels. On staff at National John Hannan has 40 years of experience in the non-profit sector\, mainly in conservation. He has been involved with the Audubon organization at all levels. While on staff at National Audubon\, he helped launch the Americas Flyways’ Strategy fundraising efforts and was part of the team that planned the Atlantic Flyway Shorebird Conservation Business Plan. In New York\, he is a former Chair of the Audubon NY State Chapters’ Council and has served as President of the Bedford Audubon Board of Directors\, both in the past and currently. \nAt Audubon\, he helped launch the Americas Flyways’ Strategy fundraising efforts and was part of the planning team for the Atlantic Flyway Shorebird Conservation Business Plan. In NY\, he is a past Chair of the Audubon NY State Chapters’ Council and a past and current President of the Bedford Audubon Board of Directors. \nFrom 2017 to 2024\, he worked with BirdLife International\, raising awareness and support for the Partnership’s coordinated global conservation efforts. Now retired\, he is helping build local awareness of how migratory birds truly connect us worldwide and how vital it is for all of us to protect these fragile natural resources we rely on. \nRegister to get Zoom link.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/menunkatuck-audubon-visiting-argentinas-pampas-and-atlantic-forest/
LOCATION:Online\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Menunkatuck Audubon,Online,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Menunkatuck Audubon Society":MAILTO:contact@menunkatuck.org
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