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Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center - Shorebird Walks Saturday, November 1; 9-11 am Saturday, November 15; 9-11 am Most of North America’s shorebird species winter in South & Central America, heading north to breed in the high Arctic. Some of these birds breed in Connecticut, while others start their southbound journey in late summer. ... Read more
Have you ever wondered what birds are visiting your backyard bird feeders or how to attract certain species of birds to your yard? Come learn about the life histories and identification of our winter bird species and the types of food and feeders that best suit their needs. We'll also share how to participate in ... Read more
Saturday, November 15, 2025 Drop in from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crows and Blue Jays are not just some of the smartest birds in Connecticut, they’re some of the smartest animals in the world! Join us to build and decorate your own recycled wood Corvid model to take home. For kids up to ... Read more
Fall Bird Walks Tuesday, October 21; 9-11 am Thursday, November 6; 9-11 am Tuesday, November 18; 9-11 am Fall is an exciting time for birding in Connecticut, as many birds migrate through the state on their way south to their wintering grounds, and many of our winter species start arriving for the season. We’ll ... Read more
Turkey Tales @ Sherman Library Wild Turkeys – Photo by Lee Anne Russell November 19, 1 to 2 p.m., Free Family Friendly Event Let’s talk turkey! In advance of Thanksgiving, Deer Pond Farm’s naturalist Lori Lichtenauer will be at the Sherman Library to present on wild turkeys. These iconic birds have complex social lives, a ... Read more
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025 What: Western Connecticut Bird Club Monthly Meeting When: 6:45 (refreshments) to 8:30 PM Where: Southbury Public Library, 100 Poverty Hollow, Southbury, CT 06488 (off Main Street South on the corner of Old Field Road) Title: White-throated Manakins in French Guiana by Cody Limber Who: Cody Limber will be talking about his research ... Read more
Avian Hybrids and Subspecies Occurring in Connecticut: A Discussion on Taxonomy and Birding Birdcraft Sanctuary - Connecticut Audubon Society || 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT Saturday, November 22, 10am - 12:30pm The COA Workshop Committee invites you to join us for an Advanced Level Workshop on the topic of "Avian Hybrids and Subspecies Occurring in ... Read more
At Finca Cántaros Environmental Association (FCEA) in Coto Brus, Costa Rica, environmental education and community engagement are at the heart of everything they do. Join us to learn how FCEA uses birds to engage youth and women from across their community in meaningful environmental education experiences. Their programs foster awareness and appreciation for birds, involve ... Read more
It’s one thing to talk about how FCEA empowers young women from rural communities to become bird banders, but it’s quite another to show you in action! Get ready to be inspired. Virtually visit the Finca Cántaros banding station and meet the team. Observe bird banding with both resident and migrant species, including the Golden-winged ... Read more
Join us online as Marco Valerian takes us Birding in Italy. Italy, beyond the clichés, is a natural north-south bridge between Europe and Africa and is home to 550+ bird species (migrants and breeders). Over 20% of the national territory is protected land, including renowned reserves and sanctuaries, offering one of the widest varieties of ... Read more
Friday, November 28 anytime 10 am — 4pm Guided hike at 1:30 pm Saturday, November 29 anytime 10 am — 4pm Guided hike at 1:30 pm How well do you really know Meleagris gallopavo, the wild turkey, a cousin of the domesticated turkey? What is a turkey’s snood? What is a Jake? Do turkeys ... Read more
Friday, November 28 anytime 10 am — 4pm Guided hike at 1:30 pm Saturday, November 29 anytime 10 am — 4pm Guided hike at 1:30 pm How well do you really know Meleagris gallopavo, the wild turkey, a cousin of the domesticated turkey? What is a turkey’s snood? What is a Jake? Do turkeys ... Read more
If you have an upcoming birding-related event in Connecticut, including walks or indoor programs, and would like them listed on the COA’s Connecticut Birding Events Calendar, please email the details of your event to ctbirdingcalendar@gmail.com.
Please include: event title, event date, start and end times, location, a concise description that also mentions fees, if any, and organizer contact information. If your organization posts events regularly, contact us at the email address above more information on easily sharing your events.