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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:20260508T100000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Pomfret: Freidman Forest Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Freidman Forest Bird Walk\nFriday\, May 8\, 2026\, at 8 a.m.\n\nWhile exploring this fantastic Joshua’s Trust preserve\, we will likely find Cerulean and Worm-eating Warblers! Limit: 8 people. Fee: $20 members; $30 non-members.\n\nPlease register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-freidman-forest-bird-walk/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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:20260403T173602
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:20260403T173602
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:20260403T173602
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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:20260509T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260124T161947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T161953Z
UID:10009225-1778310000-1778364000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Greenwich Audubon Bird Tours and Breakfast co-sponsored by COA
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 9\, 2026\n\nSpring Bird Tours and Bird Breakfast\n Bird Tours 7 AM. \n\nBreakfast 9 AM\, plus bird banding. \nGreenwich Audubon Center\n613 Riversville Rd\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06831\, CT \nDetails and registration info to come.  \nThis event is co-sponsored by the Connecticut Ornithological Association and Greenwich Audubon Center.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/greenwich-audubon-bird-tours-and-breakfast-co-sponsored-by-coa/
LOCATION:Greenwich Audubon Center\, 613 Riversville Road\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06831\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audubon CT,Connecticut Ornithological Association,Greenwich Audubon,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260215T182758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T182758Z
UID:10009262-1778313600-1778320800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Pomfret:  Little River Preserve Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Little River Preserve Bird Walk\nSaturday\, May 9\, 2026\, at 8 a.m.\n\nOwned by the town of Hampton\, this new preserve has a diversity of habitats that should attract lots of interesting birds.  Hooded Warbler\, Baltimore and Orchard Orioles\, and several flycatcher species are just a few of the possibilities.\n\nLimit: 10 people. Fee: $20 members; $30 non-members\n\nPlease register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-little-river-preserve-bird-walk/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260316T150256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T150256Z
UID:10009341-1778313600-1778320800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Deer Pond: Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 9\, 2026 / 8:00am – 10:00am\nDuring peak migration\, millions of birds will be flying through CT\, taking brief breaks at “stopover” sites. These sites provide important food and shelter for birds as they recover from their journeys. Join Lori Lichtenauer\, Sanctuary Manager / Naturalist\, at Deer Pond Farm to hike some of our birding “hotspots” in search of great bird diversity count\n\n\n $5 – Members / $10 Non-members\nRegister here: Bird Hike – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-deer-pond-bird-hike/
LOCATION:CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm\, 57 Wakeman Hill Road\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Deer Pond Farm,Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm":MAILTO:dwallin@ctaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260317T175344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T160844Z
UID:10009379-1778317200-1778324400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #2
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 9\, 2026\n9:00am – 11:00am\nFenwick Grove\nOld Saybrook\, CT\nLocated at the mouth of the Connecticut River and on Long Island Sound\, Old Saybrook is situated perfectly to attract a wide variety of species. We’ll search for songbirds\, shorebirds\, and lingering waterfowl in a small patch of coastal forest.  The walk will be approximately .5 miles on level dirt trails. No restrooms on site.\nMembers: $13\nNon-members: $18\nRegister here: Spring Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-spring-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:Fenwick Grove\, Old Saybrook\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260316T151457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T151457Z
UID:10009342-1778331600-1778338800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Deer Pond: Beginner Birding (class & walk)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 9\, 2026\n1:00pm – 3:00pm \n\nJoin us at Deer Pond Farm with avian biologist Lori Lichtenauer on this beginner-friendly program. You’ll learn about binocular types and use\, how to find and ID birds. Learn about useful apps such as Merlin & eBird to advance your skills\, and how to bird on your “best” behavior! We’ll start in the classroom\, and end outside.\n $5 – Members / $10 Non-members\nRegister here:  Beginner Birding (class & walk) – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-deer-pond-beginner-birding-class-walk/
LOCATION:CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm\, 57 Wakeman Hill Road\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Deer Pond Farm,Talk,Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm":MAILTO:dwallin@ctaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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:20260510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260215T193004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T193004Z
UID:10009270-1778400000-1778407200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon- Pomfret: Mother's Day Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day Bird Walk\nSunday\, May 10\, 2026\, at 8 a.m.\n\nBring your mother or grandmother to see the colorful birds of spring.  This is the peak of migration\, and many species can be found\, including Bobolink and Scarlet Tanager.\n\nLimit: 12 people. Fee: $10 members; $20 non-members; mothers free.\n\nPlease register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-mothers-day-bird-walk/
LOCATION:CT  Audubon Center at Pomfret\, 218 Day Road\, Pomfret Center\, CT\, 06259\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260215T193320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T193406Z
UID:10009271-1778486400-1778493600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Pomfret: Nightingale Forest Preserve Walk
DESCRIPTION:Nightingale Forest Preserve North Bird Walk\nMonday\, May 11\, 2026\, at 8 a.m.\n\nExplore this newly preserved Wyndham Land Trust property.  We will bird areas in the 220-acre expansion.\n\nLimit: 8 people. Fee: $20 members; $30 non-members.\n\nPlease register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-nightingale-forest-preserve-walk/
LOCATION:Wyndham Land Trust Preserve\, Abington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260316T142304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T211731Z
UID:10009336-1778572800-1778581800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, Pomfret: Early Morning Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION: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 spot the iconic Pileated Woodpecker\, a frequent presence along this route. Wear drab-colored clothing and sturdy footwear. Bring your binoculars. \n$5 CAS members\, $20 nonmembers\nNo registration required \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-series-of-early-morning-bird-walks-in-april-may/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:CT  Audubon Center at Pomfret\, 218 Day Road\, Pomfret Center\, CT\, 06259\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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:20260514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260215T193726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T193726Z
UID:10009272-1778745600-1778752800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Pomfret: Gellert Preserve Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Gellert Preserve Bird Walk\nThursday\, May 14\, 2026\, at 8 a.m.\n\nThis Wyndham Land Trust preserve has field\, shrubland\, and woodland habitats.  We always seem to find exciting species here!  Expect Prairie Warbler\, Indigo Bunting\, Blue-winged Warbler\, and Scarlet Tanager.\n\nLimit: 8 people. Fee: $20 members; $30 non-members.\n\nPlease register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-gellert-preserve-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Gellert Preserve\, Pomfret Center\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260316T160834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T160935Z
UID:10009348-1778745600-1778752800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Fairfield: Bird Walk at Stratford Point
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 14\, 2026\n8:00am – 10:00am\n\nStratford Point is one of Connecticut’s great birding locations on Long Island Sound at the mouth of the Housatonic River. Observers have recorded 296 species there (according to eBird). Join Conservation Manager Stefan Martin for an early morning walk where we can expect to see many varieties of migrating and resident songbirds and shorebirds at this extraordinary site. Binoculars recommended. \n$15 Members \n\n$20 Non-membersRegistration is required. \n\n\nRegister here: Bird Walk at Stratford Point – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-fairfield-bird-walk-at-stratford-point/
LOCATION:Stratford Point\, 1207 Prospect Drive\, Stratford\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Fairfield,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260317T175845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T160600Z
UID:10009380-1778778000-1778781600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #3
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 14\, 2026\n5:00pm – 6:00pm \nThatch Preserve\nLyme\, CT \nThough small\, the variety of habitats in the Thatch Preserve attract a diversity of species. With a large beaver pond\, Wood Ducks and other waterfowl are always a possibility\, and songbirds abound in the surrounding forests. The walk will be approximately 1 mile on mostly level dirt terrain. No restrooms on site. \nMembers: $5\nNon-members: $10\nRegister here: Spring Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-spring-bird-walk-3/
LOCATION:Thatch Preserve\, Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260215T194712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T194712Z
UID:10009273-1778824800-1778853600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Pomfret: 20 Warbler Day
DESCRIPTION:20 Warbler Day\nFriday\, May 15\, 2026\, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.\n\nDuring the peak of their migration\, we will attempt to find 20 species of warblers in one day.  We will travel to numerous locations. This is our 17th year doing this program.  We have found as many as 21 warbler species!\n\nLimit: 12 people. Fee: $25 members; $50 non-members\n\nPlease register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-20-warbler-day/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260316T161630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T170623Z
UID:10009349-1778914800-1778922000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Fairfield: Bird Walk at Smith Richardson Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\, 2026\n7:00am – 9:00am\n\n\nConservation Manager Stefan Martin leads this exploration of the diverse habitats of the Smith Richardson Preserve in Westport. Just a stone’s throw from Long Island Sound we’ll hope to see returning songbirds like warblers and orioles\, as well as coastal water birds like egrets and osprey. Binoculars recommended. \n  \n\n$15 Members\n$20 Members  \n\n\nPre-registration required. \n  \n\nRegister here: Spring Bird Walk at Smith Richardson Preserve – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-fairfield-bird-walk-at-smith-richardson-preserve/
LOCATION:Smith Richardson Preserve\, 39 Sasco Creek Rd\,\, Westport\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Fairfield,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260316T152210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T152525Z
UID:10009343-1778918400-1778925600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Deer Pond: Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\, 2026\n8:00am – 10:00am \n\nJoin Western CT Bird Club President\, Angela Dimmitt\, on a casual bird walk at Deer Pond Farm. Angela is a seasoned birder with a wealth of wisdom to share about local migratory birds. Many birds are passing through CT to the forests of Canada\, while some will stay in CT to breed. All birding levels welcome.\n $5 Members / $10 Non-members\nRegister here: Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-deer-pond-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Deer Pond Farm\, 57 Wakeman Hill Road\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deer Pond Farm,Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm":MAILTO:dwallin@ctaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173602
CREATED:20260215T195159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T195159Z
UID:10009274-1778918400-1778929200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon - Pomfret: Pumpkin Hill Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Pumpkin Hill Bird Walk\nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026\, at 8 a.m.\n\nWe’ll explore this fantastic bird watching location with expectations of finding Cerulean\, Worm-eating\, and Prairie Warblers\, and likely one or both cuckoo species.\n\nLimit: 8 people. Fee: $20 members; $30 non-members\n\nPlease register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-pomfret-pumpkin-hill-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Pumpkin Hill Rd.\, Ashford\, Pumpkin Hill Rd\, Ashford\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
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