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Saturday, May 23, 2026 9:00am – 11:00am Goodwin Natural Area New London, CT Situated along the Thames River, the Arboretum provides an urban oasis for migrating songbirds with its diverse habitats. We’ll look for the songbirds singing from the forests, swallows foraging over the pond and wetlands, and more. The walk will be approximately 1-1.5 ... Read more
Saturday, May 23, 2026 1:30pm – 3:00pm Clark Community Park Old Saybrook, CT Spring is a great time to learn about birds, as many species are singing away and in brighter plumage. Join us as we look and listen for birds in the diverse habitats of Clark Park. Suitable for ages 5 and up. The ... Read more
Join Andy on a guided bird walk through the meadows and forests of Pomfret. As the landscape wakes up in April, these habitats come alive with birdsong, movement, and seasonal surprises. You’ll stroll at an easy pace, listening and looking for a variety of woodland and meadow species—and with luck, we may hear or even ... Read more
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 5:00pm – 6:00pm The Millrace Essex, CT Winding along the Falls River, this easy hike holds a surprising diversity of habitats that attract a wide array of species, from wetlands and brushy areas to upland forests. The walk will be approximately 1 mile out and back on level dirt terrain. No ... Read more
This large, forested preserve in Montville contains a 10-acre clear-cut, large amounts of mountain laurel, interesting rock features, and mature forest. Expect Hooded Warbler, Acadian Flycatcher, Prairie Warbler, Blue-winged Warbler, Scarlet Tanager, and more Thursday, May 28, 2026 8:00am – 10:30am Chaney Preserve Montville, CT Registration required, limited to 8 participants $20 members, $30 nonmembers ... Read more
We will explore Boston Hollow in Ashford, a unique area with a northern forest feel. Much of the land is owned by Yale University. Expect Blackburnian Warbler, Winter Wren, Canada Warbler, and Northern Waterthrush. We will bird from the road. Friday, May 29, 2026 8:00am – 10:30am Boston Hollow Ashford, CT $20 members, $30 nonmembers ... Read more
Saturday, May 30, 2026 9:00am – 11:00am McCulloch Family Open Space Old Lyme, CT With abundant wetlands and open forests, McCulloch is a haven for migrating songbirds. Warblers sing from the trees, while ducks and herons feed from the pond. The walk will be approximately 1 mile on level dirt and grassy terrain. No restrooms ... Read more
Field Trip – First Wednesday Walk: Mohawk Mountain State Park – Jack Swatt June 3, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Join us as we explore the birds in this scenic and spacious forest in the northern part of the state. Nesting species here include Blue-headed Vireo, Hermit Thrush, Canada Warbler, and Black-throated Blue Warbler. Mostly ... Read more
Station 43 & Vibert Rd - Wetland Birds Sat Jun 6 - 7 am 953 Main St, South Windsor Corner of Newberry Rd & Main St Park on road by intersection. A bird walk which focuses on wetland nesting species. We have a chance to see Least Bitterns, Virginia Rails and Marsh Wrens. Knee-high waterproof ... Read more
Reservoir # 3, Bloomfield - Jun 6 - Sat 8 am 298 Tunxis Ave, Bloomfield, CT 06002. Meet at first parking lot This area is easily accessible and has a wide variety of habitats within a short distance. We are likely to find Bobolinks nesting in the fields and Great Blue Herons nesting in their ... Read more
Sunday, June 7, 7:30 am: Join Hartford Audubon and Canton Land Trust leaders Sarah Faulkner and Jay Kaplan for a 1 1/2 hour beginner's birdwalk for families in this beautiful Canton Land Conservation Trust preserve. You'll be introduced to birdwatching, how to use the Merlin app to help with bird identification, learn to find and ... Read more
Annual Picnic and Bird walk - Jun 9 - Tuesday - 6 pm Northwest Park, 145 Lang Rd, Windsor Park in lot, cross bridge to Warming Shed Join 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 ... Read more
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