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Plainfield Fish Hatchery Bird Walk Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 9 a.m. Enjoy a late winter bird walk at the Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery, located in Plainfield. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members. Registration is required for the following programs. Please register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948.
February 19 – Monthly Meeting – via Zoom Title: Bird Migration and Connecticut Who: Christopher Wood, Past President of the COA Chris Wood has been a birder and photographer for over 50 years. He has a Master’s Degree in biology and studied under famed ornithologist Dr. Noble Proctor. Chris is retired after a career as a ... Read more
The winter months are the perfect time to become acquainted with our resident songbirds. Come join us for this recurring program on Friday afternoons where Audubon Naturalist Ryan MacLean will point out the species of birds coming to our Learning Center's bird feeder station and provide tips on both identifying and feeding them. We'll also ... Read more
Field Trip – White Memorial Foundation: Birding and Tracking – Craig Repasz February 21, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield White Memorial Foundation is a 4,000-acre nature preserve. The diverse mixture of habitats includes mature deciduous and evergreen forests, as well as fields of tall grass, weeds, and shrubs that are managed ... Read more
Audubon Shop: Eagle Watch on the Ct River: Join us for an Winter Eagle Watch on the CT River, and get outside to see the wonders right here in our own backyard! - February 14 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm February 21 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Winter’s cold brings dozens of Bald Eagles down ... Read more
The southern tip of Africa is one of the greatest biodiversity hotspots in the world and attracts birders, botanists and mammal enthusiasts from around the globe. Harboring a multitude of endemic birds, the classic African mammals, and a rich and unique botanical heritage, the multi-ethnic nation of South Africa stands out as a wonderful destination ... Read more
The southern tip of Africa is one of the greatest biodiversity hotspots in the world and attracts birders, botanists and mammal enthusiasts from around the globe. With a diverse array of endemic birds, classic African mammals, and a rich, unique botanical heritage, the multi-ethnic nation of South Africa stands out as a compelling destination for ... Read more
Join us for an evening adventure to the Southern Hemisphere with local conservationist, Jim Muchmore. Jim will be joined by Audubon Connecticut Director of Policy, Robert LaFrance who will present on Audubon’s Latin America and Caribbean program. Jim will provide highlights from his field research in Ecuador and other parts of South America, where he ... Read more
Join us in a three-part Policy Potluck series where we'll explore current local, state, and national legislation around birds and conservation, climate, and the actions we can take to support select bills and/or policies. Each program will feature speakers who are experts on their respective topics and a Q&A session. Bring your favorite dish to ... Read more
The winter months are the perfect time to become acquainted with our resident songbirds. Come join us for this recurring program on Friday afternoons where Audubon Naturalist Ryan MacLean will point out the species of birds coming to our Learning Center's bird feeder station and provide tips on both identifying and feeding them. We'll also ... Read more
Field Trip – Rhode Island Coast – Chris Loscalzo February 28, 2026 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm at Branford Commuter Lot, Exit 55 off I-95 This all-day trip includes stops at Beavertail State Park, Moonstone Beach, Trustum Pond, and other great birding sites along the Rhode Island coast. We will see lots of sea ducks including all three ... Read more
Feb 28 2026 Sat 8am Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #3 953 Main St, South Windsor Corner of Newberry Rd and Main St Park along road near intersection The third 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 ... 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.