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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Field Trip - Osbornedale State Park/Kellog Environmental Center
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Kellogg Environmental Center and Osbornedale State Park\, Derby – Maria Stockmal \n\nApril 26 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am\n\n\n\nOsbornedale State Park offers a variety of species in its fields and forest\, and around its ponds. It is always a surprise which species will be discovered as we walk through the park. We may see a flyover Bald Eagle\, nesting Bluebirds\, early warbler migrants\, Green Heron\, and Orchard Oriole\, as well as Indigo Bunting\, Rose-Breasted Grosbeak\, and the various thrushes. \nWe will explore the Kellogg Environmental Center grounds and then walk over to Osbornedale Park to explore and see what we find. \nMeet at the Kellogg Environmental Center parking lot at 500 Hawthorne Avenue\, Derby. \nLeader: Maria Stockmal\, 203-305-3728 or m.stockmal@snet.net \n \n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-field-trip-osbornedale-state-park-kellog-environmental-center/
LOCATION:Kellogg Environmental Center and Osbornedale State Park\, 500 Hawthorne Ave.\, Derby\, CT\, 06418\, 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:20260429T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T103000
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:April 29\, 2026 – Lewis Farm Sanctuary – Wed 8:30 am \n1035 Hill St\, Suffield\nPark off road on WEST side only (by sign for Sanctuary)\nUse caution: poor sight line for passing cars \nBring your binoculars\, apply some bug spray and wear light hikers\nas we set off on the beautifully maintained trails in this sanctuary.\nWe will cover mixed terrain of low hills and mostly dry trails\,\ncrossing a babbling brook and meandering around a pond. We\nwill keep our eyes peeled for warblers and other spring birds.\nWhen our necks are tired from scanning the treetops\, we can\nadmire the variety of wildflowers that sprout up near the trail. Join\nus for a couple of hours as we explore this very special property. \nAbby Wolcott – abwol81@cox.net – 860-436-7667 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/36467/
LOCATION:Lewis Farm Sanctuary\, 1035 Hill St.\, Suffield\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260117T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T213238Z
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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-5/2026-05-02/
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:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club - Bauer Park - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Bauer Park\, Madison – Mike DiGiorgio\n\nMay 2\, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 10:30 am\n\n\n\nJoin nationally-recognized wildlife artist and birder Mike DiGiorgio for a walk to look for resident and migrating songbirds. We’ll explore the fields\, gardens\, and woodland trails. Birders of all ages and skill levels\, including beginners\, are welcome. \nMeet at the Community Gardens parking area\, 257 Copse Road\, Madison. \nLeader: Mike DiGiorgio\, mdigiorgio@comcast.net
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-bauer-park-field-trip/
LOCATION:Bauer Farm\, Bauer Farm\, Madison\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Haven Bird Club,Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260305T193447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T193447Z
UID:10009284-1777708800-1777719600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge Bird  Walk
DESCRIPTION:May 2 Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge – Sat 8 am\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\nStebbins has ideal habitat for a wide variety of birds. The loop trail\nwe will take is 2.2 miles long and brings us along or through all of\nthe habitats. This is an easy walk\, although it may be wet or muddy\nin places. Bring bug spray. \nJon Ward – jward88787@aol.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-fannie-stebbins-wildlife-refuge-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge\, Longmeadow\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T171822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T171822Z
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club - Farm River Trolley Trail - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Farm River Trolley Trail with Friends of Farm River Estuary – DeWitt Allen\n\nMay 3\, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 10:30 am\n\n\n\nThe Friends of Farm River Estuary invite the New Haven Bird Club to share a walk along the tracks of the Shoreline Trolley Museum in East Haven through several productive habitats. The timing should be good for us to find a mix of resident and migrating salt marsh birds\, raptors\, and woodland species. A bonus – at the end of the walk a trolley from the museum will give us a ride back to our starting point. \nMeet in the rear parking lot of the Shore Line Trolley Museum\, 17 River Street\, East Haven. \nLeader: DeWitt Allen\,  860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-farm-river-trolley-trail-field-trip/
LOCATION:Farm River Trolley Trail\, Shore Line Trolley Museum\, 17 River Street\, East Haven\, 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:20260504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260305T193840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T193840Z
UID:10009285-1777881600-1777888800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Greenstone Hollow Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Greenstone Hollow – 31 Ridge Blvd\, East Granby – Park on north side of road\nMonday\, May 4 – 8 am \nEnjoy a morning walk at a Hartford Audubon sanctuary with shrub\,\nswamp\, marsh\, wet meadow\, pond and wooded habitats. Flat easy\nwalking. About one mile over 2 hours. Expect mud and water if it\nhas rained. Many habitat types: woods\, marsh\, shrub field\, beaver\npond\, cedar woods. Should be very good for spring warblers. \nLarry Lunden larrylunden@hartfordaudubon.org / 860-953-1847
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-greenstone-hollow-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Greenstone Hollow\, 31 Ridge Blvd.\, East Granby\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260305T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T194603Z
UID:10009286-1777968000-1777975200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Farmington River/Barkhamsted Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION: Farmington River Barkhamsted – May 5 – Tuesday – 8 am \nEnter 20 River Rd\, Barkhamsted in Google Maps\nFrom Rt 44 drive north on 181 – 0.15 miles to first dirt rd on right\nWe will meet at the kiosk along the dirt road. \nLower Greenwoods – Boneyard Walk. Spend a morning on an easy\nwalk looking for migrants on MDC property along the West\nBranch of the Farmington River. Walk will be on mostly level dirt\nroad. May be muddy if recent rainfall. The walk will last about 2\nhours. This walk is in memory of Mickey Nordell\, who offered\nthis trip every spring until her death in March of 2020. \nGina Decker – grodckr21@gmail.com – 860-733-2670 T\nCathy Delasco cathy_cosgrove@yahoo.com – (860) 324-4709 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-farmington-river-barkhamsted-bird-walk/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260305T194958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T194958Z
UID:10009287-1778050800-1778061600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Auerfarm State Park - Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve – Wed\, May 6 – 7 am\n\n35 Auerfarm Road – Auerfarm Road is 400 feet N\nof Burr Rd on Rt 185 Park in the parking area on the right \nAuerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve was once part of the historic\nAuerfarm property that was a working farm for 40 years. This\nproperty maintains some of the most scenic views of the\nMetacomet Ridge on Talcott Mountain and the variety of habitats\,\nincluding woodlands\, apple orchards\, and grasslands\, act as\nvaluable feeding\, resting\, and breeding sites for an array of wildlife.\nExpect common CT birds and migrants. 2.5 mile walk. Mostly flat\nbut some hilly terrain. Bring bug spray and sturdy shoes. \nAl Gatti – algatti22@gmail.com – 860-916-7142 T\nJack Halibozek mjmhal@comcast.net – 860-978-4890
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-auerfarm-state-park-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve\, 35 Auer Farm Rd\, Bloomfield\, CT\, 06002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T172114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T172114Z
UID:10009306-1778054400-1778065200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: East Rock Park - Field Trip - Wednesday Walk
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – First Wednesday Walk: East Rock Park\, New Haven – John Oshlick\n\nMay 6\, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nEast Rock Park in early May is one of the best places in the state to see migrant warblers. Fifteen to twenty species are possible on a good day. \nMeet at the Eli Whitney Museum parking lot\, 915 Whitney Avenue\, Hamden. \nLeader: John Oshlick\, 203-584-1955 or john.oshlic@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-east-rock-park-field-trip-wednesday-walk/
LOCATION:East Rock Park\, New Haven\, 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:20260507T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260305T195312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T195312Z
UID:10009288-1778139000-1778146200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION: Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve  – May 7 -Thu 7:30 am\n253 Loomis St\, Granby (approx). From East St drive 2.5 miles\nnorth on Loomis St to parking lot on left. \nLIMITED TO 15 PEOPLE – CONTACT JOHN AFTER 4/1 TO REGISTER\nOffering woodlands\, two extensive marshes\, a weedy field and a\npond with active beavers\, Dismal Brook attracts a spectacular\nvariety of birds (the site’s checklist numbers 143 species). The\npreserve boasts wide\, well-maintained trails\, two observation\ndecks for viewing the marshes and comfortable benches at strategic\npoints. The walk will cover about two miles\, most of it on even\nground\, except for the quarter-mile\, gentle climb up to the cabin\noverlooking the pond Rain cancels the walk. \nJohn Weeks – aerie.john@cox.net – 959-222-9978 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-dismal-brook-wildlife-preserve-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve\, 253 Loomis Street\, North Granby\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T150136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T150331Z
UID:10009289-1778178600-1778185800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Town Forest\, Simsbury - Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:May 7 Town Forest Road\, West Simsbury Thursday\, May 7 6:30 PM \n66 Town Forest Rd\, West Simsbury\nOff Stratton Brook Rd.- turn west at the bike path signal\nMeet in the sand parking lot east of the pond \nThis early evening walk has level easy walking. We will cover a\nvariety of habitats\, pond\, forest\, and along the road past the town\nmaintenance garage to the roadside marsh. Wear bug spray\, and\nbe aware of poison ivy along edge of road. Having Merlin on your\nphone is useful for picking up bird calls\, and Ebird to enter your\nlist. Good walk for beginning birders; we have extra binoculars. \nDonna Summers donnasummers@hartfordaudubon.org 860-966-1642 T\nSarah Faulkner sffaulkner@comcast.net – 860-543-1280 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-town-forest-simsbury-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Town Forest Road\, 66 Town Forest Rd\,\, West Simsbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T150804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T150858Z
UID:10009290-1778227200-1778238000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon: Simsbury River - Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Simsbury River Walk – Friday – May 8 – am\n46 Drake Hill Rd\, Simsbury \nPark at the Simsbury High School Crew Boathouse across from\nDrake Hill Rd from Flower Bridge. Do not park at Flower Bridge \nThe Simsbury River Walk provides beautiful and varied birding\nhabitat along the Farmington River floodplain and can be great for\nwarblers and other passerines. Plan to walk approximately 2 miles\nover 2-3 hours. The trail is flat but may be wet in places\, depending\non recent rainfall. Bring bug spray and appropriate footwear. \nJon Ward – jward88787@aol.com – 860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-simsbury-river-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Simsbury River Walk\, 46 Drake Hill Rd.\, Simsbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260317T160553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T222959Z
UID:10009372-1778229000-1778234400@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/2026-05-08/
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:20260509T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260325T011816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T011954Z
UID:10009394-1778308200-1778313600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation: Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk \nSaturday\, May 9\, 6:30 am  \nFree – Reservations Encouraged \nJoin Jay Kaplan from Roaring Brook Nature Center for his annual bird walk at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Jay will lead participants through the ornamental foreground in search of resident and migratory birds. \nAppropriate hiking shoes and binoculars are strongly recommended. \nAdmission to the program is free. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org.      \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. Meet near the bridge along the entrance drive.  \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/cedar-hill-cemetery-foundation-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T083000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260117T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T213238Z
UID:10009217-1778310000-1778315400@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-5/2026-05-09/
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:20260509T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T172632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T172632Z
UID:10009307-1778311800-1778331600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: River Road in Kent - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – River Road\, Kent – Travels Along a Riparian Woodland Corridor – Allan Welby\n\nMay 9\, 2026 @ 7:30 am – 1:00 pm\n\n\n\nRiver Road in Kent along the Housatonic River provides a major north-south riparian corridor for spring migration. River Road has produced a nice variety of Northwestern Connecticut nesting species including Acadian and Least Flycatchers; Yellow-throated and Blue-headed Vireos; Winter Wren; and Cerulean\, Golden-winged\, and Worm-eating Warblers. The vast uninterrupted forest rising from the river is an ideal location for a moderate to strenuous walk on beautiful terrain. \nMeet in Kent at the old train station\, 3 Railroad Avenue\, just north of the intersection of Routes 7 & 341. We carpool from there. \nLeader: Allan Welby\, 630-303-3411 or antpitta4@yahoo.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-river-road-in-kent-field-trip/
LOCATION:Kent\, Old Train Station\, 43 Railroad St\, Kent\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T151313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T151313Z
UID:10009291-1778313600-1778346000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: - Mount Auburn/Plum Island Ma - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:May 9 Mount Auburn & Plum Island\, MA – May 9 – Sat 8 am \n580 Mt Auburn St\, Cambridge\, MA \nMount Auburn Cemetery entrance inside front gate. \nAfter cemetery we drive to Plum Island\, Newburyport\, MA \nMount Auburn Cemetery is famous as a Spring migration hotspot\nwith many species of warblers present. From there we will drive (1\nhr) to Plum Island in Newburyport to see more warblers\, waterfowl\nand shore birds. One of our most popular trips! \nJon Ward – JWard88787@aol.com – 860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-mount-auburn-plum-island-ma-field-trip/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn\, 580 Mount Auburn Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,Hartford Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T172918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T172918Z
UID:10009308-1778392800-1778432400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Big Day Marathon - May 10th
DESCRIPTION:Big Day Marathon – Sunday\, May 10\n\nMay 10\, 2026 @ 6:00 am – 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nTake part in all or part of this event. We’ll focus on New Haven area hotspots\, seeking 100–130 species. We start at East Rock and search several other local migrant traps\, as well as the coast from Lordship to Hammonasset. The Big Day could potentially involve several miles of walking on more strenuous terrain. \nMeet at the Eli Whitney Museum parking lot\, 915 Whitney Avenue\, Hamden. \nLeader: John Oshlick\, 203-584-1955 or john.oshlic@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-big-day-marathon-may-10th/
LOCATION:Eli Whitney Museum\, 915 Whitney Avenue\, Hamden\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Haven Bird Club
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T152129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T152744Z
UID:10009292-1778398200-1778409000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Machimoodus Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Machimoodus – State Park – May 10\, Sun 7:30 am\n128 Leesville Rd\, Moodus \nFrom Goodspeed Opera House\, follow 149 north to Rt 151\nBear left on 151 and parking lot entrance is on left in 1 mile\nThis state park is an area new to most HAS members. It has woods\,\na hemlock ravine\, grassy fields\, and early successional habitat\nalong the Salmon River. Indigo Bunting\, Prairie\, Blue-winged and\nB-T Green Warblers\, and Orchard Oriole are expected (but we\nguarantee nothing) \nAlberta & Rob Mirer – twomirers@comcast.net -860-891-8364 \nErnie Harris – pdlqlt@mac.com -860-603-2655
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-machimoodus-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Machimoodus State Park\, Lawn Ave & High St\, Middletown\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260215T191507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T191507Z
UID:10009266-1778403600-1778410800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Branford Land Trust: Mother's Day Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:BRANFORD LAND TRUST:\n\n\n\nThe Branford Land Trust is hosting two spring bird walks on Mother’s Day weekend\, Saturday\, May 10 and Sunday\, May 11 beginning at 9:00 a.m. Local birder Chris Woerner will lead these popular walks along the Stony Creek Trolley Trail and into the Land Trust’s Vedder property.\n\nChris\, a long-time Stony Creek resident\, has been birding for decades locally as well as in South America\, Europe\, and Asia. He enjoys sharing his extensive knowledge with young and old alike. He’ll help us identify the birds by sight and by call. It should be a fun and exciting walk for both adults and families.\n\nWe’ll meet in Stony Creek at the far end of West Point Rd. across from the Willoughby Wallace Library. You can choose the day that fits best into your schedule\, or for birding enthusiasts\, you can even come both days-since the birds we sight will vary on each day.\n\nBring binoculars if you have them; if not\, a few will be available. Walking is partly flat\, partly on a hill with rocky\, irregular terrain. All ages welcome\, but no dogs please. Rain or shine unless weather is dangerous; if in doubt\, check our website or Facebook page: www.facebook.com/branfordlandtrustCT.\n\nThe event is free and open to the public. Please wear appropriate dress and comfortable\, supportive walking shoes since some walking can be over uneven surfaces. Bring water. For more information: info@branfordlandtrust.org.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/branford-land-trust-mothers-day-bird-walks/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Stony Creek Trolley Trail\, West Point Road\, Branford\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260215T191507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T191507Z
UID:10009267-1778490000-1778497200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Branford Land Trust: Mother's Day Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:BRANFORD LAND TRUST:\n\n\n\nThe Branford Land Trust is hosting two spring bird walks on Mother’s Day weekend\, Saturday\, May 10 and Sunday\, May 11 beginning at 9:00 a.m. Local birder Chris Woerner will lead these popular walks along the Stony Creek Trolley Trail and into the Land Trust’s Vedder property.\n\nChris\, a long-time Stony Creek resident\, has been birding for decades locally as well as in South America\, Europe\, and Asia. He enjoys sharing his extensive knowledge with young and old alike. He’ll help us identify the birds by sight and by call. It should be a fun and exciting walk for both adults and families.\n\nWe’ll meet in Stony Creek at the far end of West Point Rd. across from the Willoughby Wallace Library. You can choose the day that fits best into your schedule\, or for birding enthusiasts\, you can even come both days-since the birds we sight will vary on each day.\n\nBring binoculars if you have them; if not\, a few will be available. Walking is partly flat\, partly on a hill with rocky\, irregular terrain. All ages welcome\, but no dogs please. Rain or shine unless weather is dangerous; if in doubt\, check our website or Facebook page: www.facebook.com/branfordlandtrustCT.\n\nThe event is free and open to the public. Please wear appropriate dress and comfortable\, supportive walking shoes since some walking can be over uneven surfaces. Bring water. For more information: info@branfordlandtrust.org.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/branford-land-trust-mothers-day-bird-walks/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Stony Creek Trolley Trail\, West Point Road\, Branford\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T173208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T173208Z
UID:10009309-1778653800-1778670000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club:  Hartman Park - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Hartman Park\, Lyme – John Oshlick\n\nMay 13\, 2026 @ 6:30 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nHartman Park is known for its mix of forest and wetland that hosts many of Connecticut’s breeding birds\, including Cerulean Warbler. There is also a power cut which may have Prairie\, Blue-winged\, Magnolia and other warblers. Both Cuckoos have been seen here as well. The Hartman Park walk involves a moderate distance walk on moderately strenuous terrain. \nMeet at the commuter parking lot\, Exit 55 off I-95; we carpool from there. \nLeader: John Oshlick\, 203-584-1955 or john.oshlic@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-hartman-park-field-trip/
LOCATION:Branford Commuter Parking Lot\, Branford\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260317T153127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T204959Z
UID:10009364-1778661000-1778666400@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/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:New Canaan Nature Center\, 144 Oenoke Ridge\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,New Canaan Nature Center,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Baltimore-Oriole-e1705197366542.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260317T172138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T172317Z
UID:10009374-1778695200-1778698800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:RTP Estuary Center: Birding Tricks and Tips Webinar - Zoom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 13\, 2026\n6:00pm – 7:00pm\n\n\nSpring is an exciting time to go birding in Connecticut\, as many species are making their way through and into the state during migration. However\, all the singing birds and bright plumages can feel overwhelming\, especially if you are new to birding.\nIn this webinar\, Conservation and Education Coordinator Joe Attwater will share tips to help you make the most of your time outside. He will cover birding equipment\, strategies for finding birds during migration\, and how to identify them by sight and sound\, as well as species to watch for throughout the season.\n\n\nFree to Attend\nSuggested donation $10\nRegister here: Birding Tricks & Tips Webinar – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-birding-tricks-tips-webinar-zoom-meeting/
LOCATION:Online\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T153848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T153932Z
UID:10009293-1778743800-1778752800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Tanager Hill Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Tanager Hill – May 14 – Thu 7:45 am \n133 East Weatogue St\, Simsbury \nFrom north: parking lot on left 0.3 mi south of Terry’s Plain Rd\nFrom south: parking lot on right 0.5 mi north of Riverside Rd\nTanager Hill and the adjacent Owen-Mortimer property provide\nover 100 acres of spectacular birding habitat on Talcott Mountain. \nA highlight is the presence of nesting Hooded Warblers. This two\nmile walk ascends over 200 feet and lasts a little over 2 hours.\nBring comfortable walking shoes & bug repellent. A few small\nmuddy spots. \nJon Ward – jward88787@aol.com – 860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-tanager-hill-bird-walk/
LOCATION:133 East Weatogue Street\, Simsbury\, CT\, 133 East Weatogue Street\, Simsbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260317T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T221734Z
UID:10009368-1778747400-1778752800@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/2026-05-14/
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/CapeMayWarblerAdMale1FM.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T154336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T154336Z
UID:10009294-1778830200-1778841000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Longo Farms - Open Space Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Longo Farms Open Space – Friday  – May 15 – 7:30 am \n2954 Hebron Ave\, Glastonbury \nEntrance sign next to driveway. Drive in 0.2 mi and park in lot. \nTruly a fun place to gather and learn about birds! Diverse habitats\ninclude: pond\, marsh\, farmland\, woodlands\, and succession\ngrowth. Can be very birdy including warblers\, some raptors and\nwaterfowl. Protective boots and bug spray may be necessary. Hilly\nopen trails. This walk can be up to 2 miles depending on how\nmany birds we find and on the group pace. Plan for 3 hours. \nAnnette Pasek – apasek@cox.net – 860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-longo-farms-open-space-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Longo Farms\, 2954 Hebron Ave\,\, Glastonbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T155455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T155455Z
UID:10009295-1778914800-1778925600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: - Fisher Meadows - Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Fisher Meadows – May 16 – Sat 7 am \nMain Entrance Fisher Meadows Recreation Area on Old Farms\nRd next to soccer fields\n789 Old Farms Rd\, Avon on Google Maps \nTake an easy morning stroll\, suitable for all levels of birders\,\naround the pond. Habitats include fields\, woodlands\, and shrub\nland. We’ll hope to see Orchard Oriole\, Yellow-throated Vireo\,\nWillow Flycatcher and Canada Warbler among others. The walk\nshould last less than 3 hours. \nBrian Toal – BrianToal@SBCGlobal.net – 860-999-2733 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-fisher-meadows-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Fisher Meadows\, 800 Old Farms Rd\, Avon\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181835
CREATED:20260306T161029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T161029Z
UID:10009296-1778914800-1778925600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Penwood State Park - Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Penwood State Park – May 16 – Saturday – 7 am\n174 Hartford Rd\, Simsbury – We will meet in the parking lot. \nA three-hour leisurely bird walk in search of migrant warblers\,\nvireos\, thrushes\, and flycatchers. Special possibilities include\nWorm-eating Warbler\, Swainson’s Thrush and both Yellow-billed\nand Black-billed Cuckoos. This will be easy walking. \nPaul Cianfaglione – pgcianfaglione@gmail.com  -860-836-3443 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-penwood-state-park-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Penwood State Park\, 560 Simsbury Road\, Bloomfield\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
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