RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #5
2026-05-23 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Goodwin Natural Area, New London, United States
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 miles on level dirt and grassy terrain. No restrooms on site.
Free for CT Audubon & Arboretum member
Members of CT Audubon Society or Connecticut College Arboretum: $0
Non-members: $10
Register here: Spring Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon - BirdCraft: Bird Banding
2026-05-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Birdcraft Sanctuary, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT, 06824, United States
May 23, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Birdcraft Museum

314 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 259-0416 ext. 305
mwilson@ctaudubon.org

$10 per person

Birdcraft is a federally licensed bird banding station. Come see citizen science in action! You’ll learn the history of bird banding, see how banders identify birds, take a tour of our sanctuary and see some birds up close! Registration required.

To register: Bird Banding Demonstration | May 23, 20269:00 a.m. | Birdcraft | The Connecticut Audubon Society

Connecticut College Arboretum: Spring Bird Walk
2026-05-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Goodwin Natural Area, New London, United States
Connecticut College Arboretum:

Spring Bird Walk— Goodwin Natural Area
This program is held in partnership with the Connecticut Audubon Society.
Saturday, May 23
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
COST: $10 -or- FREE for Ct College Arboretum or CT Audubon Society members
Space is limited. Registration Required.
REGISTER HERE
The Connecticut College Arboretum provides an urban oasis for migrating songbirds with its diverse habitats. We’ll walk through the Goodwin Natural Area to 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 miles on level dirt and grassy terrain.

RTP Estuary Center: Family Bird Walk
2026-05-23 13:30 - 15:00 | Clark Community Park, Old Saybrook, United States
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 walk will be approximately .75 – 1 miles on mostly level dirt terrain. Restrooms on site.
Members: $10
Non-Members: $15
Children Ages 12 and under: $5
Register here: Family Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon - Eco Travel: Eagle/Osprey Boats
2026-05-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Essex Steam Train, 30 Plains Road, Essex, CT, 06426, United States
ECO TRAVEL:
Eagle/Osprey Boats – Saturdays May 16 and 23 5 – 8 pm

Connecticut Audubon Society EcoTravel will again offer boat cruises to search for Bald Eagle, Osprey, and other bird species migrating and nesting along the Connecticut River. Bald Eagle can be found along the lower river, a habitat that hosts a transient winter population as well as nesting residents. Naturalists are on board the vessel to share information about the Connecticut River, the birdlife, and natural history.

The vessel has a heated cabin, restrooms, and three decks for optimal viewing. Tours are approximately three hours in length and depart from The Essex Steam Train in Essex. Train ride is included in the cost of the trip. Appropriate for children eight years old and over. Enjoy the beauty of the Connecticut River in spring!

Fee: $55 for members and nonmembers.

For reservations, click here:

May 16

May 23

RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE.

New Haven Bird Club: Barn Island Wildlife Mgt Area - Field Trip
2026-05-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Barn Island Wildlife Management Area, Stonington, CT, United States
Field Trip – Barn Island Wildlife Management Area, Stonington – Chris Loscalzo and Dan Errichetti

May 24, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Barn Island WMA is a large expanse of varied habitat along the Connecticut shore near the Rhode Island border, including large tracts of salt marsh, deciduous woodlands and a large brushy field. We’ll see 60+ species of birds, with notable resident species including White-eyed and Yellow-throated Vireo, Saltmarsh Sparrow and Willow Flycatcher likely to be seen. This is a good spot to look for rare shorebirds such as Wilson’s Phalarope and Black-necked Stilt. We’ll take a long hike of approximately 4 to 5 miles through the property, which is mostly flat on good trails. Wear comfortable shoes and bring bug spray and water.
Meet at 8 a.m. at the WMA entrance on Palmer Neck Road, Stonington
Official state map – the entrance off Palmer Neck Road is marked with an “E.”
Leaders: Chris Loscalzo, 203-214-3473 or closcalz@optonline.net;
Dan Errichetti, danerrichetti@gmail.com

CT Audubon, Pomfret: Early Morning Bird Walks
2026-05-26 08:00 - 10:30 | CT Audubon Center at Pomfret, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT, 06259, United States
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.
$5 CAS members, $20 nonmembers
No registration required

CT Audubon, RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #6
2026-05-26 17:00 - 18:00 | The Millrace, Essex, United States
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 restrooms on site.
Members: $5
Non-members: $10

Register here: Spring Bird Walk | May 26, 5:00pm – 6:00pm | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society

New Haven Bird Club: Lake Watrous - Field Trip
2026-05-27 07:30 - 11:00 | Lake Watrous, Lake Watrous, Woodbury, CT, United States
Field Trip – Lake Watrous, Woodbridge – Pat Leahy

May 27, 2026 @ 7:30 am – 11:00 am

Join Pat Leahy for a walk on protected Regional Water Authority property in Woodbridge with views of the lake and dam, some wetlands, and lakeside forest. The trip will be a 3 mile hike on a flat trail.
Meet at Lake Bethany Regional Water Authority parking area on Hatfield Hill Road, Bethany. We will carpool to Lake Watrous from there.
Leader: Pat Leahy, 203-314-0566 or ptjleahy@yahoo.com

Audubon Shop: Spring Migration Walks
2026-05-27 08:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-30 08:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-06 08:00 - 10:30 | The Audubon Shop (for Hammonassett trips), 907 Boston Post Rd, Madison, CT, 06443, United States
Join Jerry and co. for a small group Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset, on of Connecticut’s premier birding “hotspots”.
Hammonasset Beach State Park here in Madison is widely regarded as one of the premier birding spots in CT and springtime migration is a lot of fun. Approximately 250 species of birds occur there annually, as the park boast diverse habitats such as marsh, open water, woodland, grassland, and shoreline areas. Tropical migrants in their bright breeding finery will be seen as they return north to nesting grounds. We’ll be searching with eyes and ears for shorebirds, ducks, birds of prey, and vibrant songbirds. This is a good chance to learn bird song.
Our weekend Spring Bird Walks run Saturday April 18 through June 13, 2026. Always a surprise and always entertaining, birding on the shore of CT is one of the highlights of spring. Get outdoors and enjoy a Saturday morning in the fresh air! No need to pre-register. Our number one priority is to keep every safe. We reserve the right to cancel a trip, should circumstances change.

Meet Jerry at 7:50am in the parking lot at the shop
Charge is $6/person, paid in cash before we depart the shop
Please bring binoculars, or they are available at the shop beforehand for $4
We will carpool to the park
If you have a telescope or a camera, bring it!

CT Audubon Coastal Center- Milford Point: Coastal Bird Walk #9
2026-05-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point, 1 Milford Point Rd, Milford, CT, 06460, United States
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
10:00am – 1:00pm
Coastal Center at Milford Point

1 Milford Point Road
Milford, CT 06460
203-878-7440
milford@ctaudubon.org

Members $15
Non-members $20

Join local birding expert Frank Mantlik for a spring bird walk! The Coastal Center is a hub for wildlife all times of the year, so we’ll take you to some of our favorite sites around the sanctuary’s salt marsh, woodlands, and sandbar to look for a variety of birds. Beginner birders are welcome. The Coastal Center has a limited supply of binoculars to loan out if needed.
This will be a casual walk for 2-3 hours, depending on the weather and birding conditions. The walk is fairly flat, but will take place on loose sand with little shade. Please bring good walking shoes, binoculars, and water. Dress appropriately for the weather, as it tends to be windy at the coast. There are bathrooms on site at the Coastal Center.
This walk is subject to cancellation in the event of bad weather. If a walk is cancelled, you will be offered to transfer your registration to a rescheduled date or receive a refund.

Coastal Bird Walk | May 27, 10:00am – 1:00pm | Milford Point | The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon, Pomfret: Chaney Preserve Bird Walk
2026-05-28 08:00 - 10:30 | Chaney Preserve, Turner Rd, Montville, CT, United States
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

To register, email arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or call 860-928-4948

Litchfield Audubon: Birding on Lower River Road, West Cornwall
2026-05-29 08:00 - 10:00 | CT
May 29, 2026
Friday, 8:00 a.m.
Location: West Cornwall, CT

On past visits to this under-birded spot, we have had Ruffed Grouse, Blackburnian Warbler, Acadian Flycatcher, and other northern species. To get there from Route 7, cross the West Cornwall covered bridge and turn right down River Road. If coming from the east, turn left onto River Road (do not cross the covered bridge).

Meet at the parking area past the Trinity Retreat Center at the end of the road.

Questions? Contact Donna Rose Smith at 1ffastbird@gmail.com.

CT Audubon, Pomfret: Boston Hollow Bird Walk
2026-05-29 08:00 - 10:30 | Boston Hollow, Ashford, CT, United States
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
Registration required, limited to 16 participants
To register, email arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or call 860-928-4948

CT Audubon Coastal Center - Milford Pt: Family Bird Walk #1
2026-05-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point, 1 Milford Point Rd, Milford, CT, 06460, United States
Friday, May 29, 2026
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Coastal Center at Milford Point

1 Milford Point Road
Milford, CT 06460
203-878-7440
milford@ctaudubon.org

Free

Join local birding expert Matt Joyce for a spring bird walk! The Coastal Center is a hub for wildlife all times of the year, so we’ll take you to some of our favorite sites around the sanctuary’s salt marsh, woodlands, and sandbar to look for a variety of birds. Beginner birders are welcome, and this program is great for all ages (5+). The Coastal Center has a limited supply of binoculars to loan out if needed.
This will be a casual walk for about 2 hours, depending on the weather and birding conditions. The walk is fairly flat, but will take place on loose sand with little shade. Please bring good walking shoes, binoculars, and water. Dress appropriately for the weather, as it tends to be windy at the coast. There are bathrooms on site at the Coastal Center.
This walk is subject to cancellation in the event of bad weather. If a walk is cancelled, you will be offered to transfer your registration to a rescheduled date or receive a refund.

Register here: Family Bird Walk | May 29, 2:00pm – 4:00pm | Milford Point | The Connecticut Audubon Society

RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #7
2026-05-30 09:00 - 11:00 | McColluch Family Open Space, 84-56 Whippoorwill Rd, Old Lyme, CT, 06371, United States
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 on site.

Members: $13
Non-members: $18

Register here: Spring Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon - BirdCraft: Family Days - Day of the Night Heron
2026-05-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Birdcraft Sanctuary, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT, 06824, United States
Saturday, May 30, 2026
11:00am – 2:00pm
Birdcraft Museum

314 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 259-0416 ext. 305
mwilson@ctaudubon.org

$15 (per model kit)

For kids 10 and under, accompanied by an adult. Drop in from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; registration required

You might see one of these stocky birds among the cattails at Birdcraft, where they look for food at dusk and into the evening. Make your own recycled wood Night Heron to paint and take home! Please wear art appropriate clothing and footwear. Registration required.
Birdcraft Family Days are sponsored by Richard Wrightman Design.

To register: Birdcraft Family Days – Day of the Night Heron | May 30, 11:00am – 2:00pm | Birdcraft | The Connecticut Audubon Society

RTP Estuary Center: Shorebird Sit
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Great Island Boat Launch, Old Lyme, United States
Saturday, May 30, 2026
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Great Island Boat Launch
Old Lyme, CT
A bird sit involves little to no walking, instead focusing on a single location and letting the birds come to you! We’ll search for migrating birds passing by the mouth of the Connecticut River, overlooking Great Island. Exposure to sun, heat, and wind possible depending on weather. No restrooms on site.
Members: $13
Non-members: $18
Register here: Shorebird Sit – The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon Coastal Center - Milford Point: Family Bird Walk #2
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point, 1 Milford Point Rd, Milford, CT, 06460, United States
Saturday, May 30, 2026
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Coastal Center at Milford Point

1 Milford Point Road
Milford, CT 06460
203-878-7440
milford@ctaudubon.org

Free

Join teacher-naturalists Ava and Maggie for a spring bird walk! The Coastal Center is a hub for wildlife all times of the year, so we’ll take you to some of our favorite sites around the sanctuary’s salt marsh, woodlands, and sandbar to look for a variety of birds. Beginner birders are welcome, and this program is great for all ages (5+). The Coastal Center has a limited supply of binoculars to loan out if needed.
This will be a casual walk for about 2 hours, depending on the weather and birding conditions. The walk is fairly flat, but will take place on loose sand with little shade. Please bring good walking shoes, binoculars, and water. Dress appropriately for the weather, as it tends to be windy at the coast. There are bathrooms on site at the Coastal Center.
This walk is subject to cancellation in the event of bad weather. If a walk is cancelled, you will be offered to transfer your registration to a rescheduled date or receive a refund.

Register here: Family Bird Walk | May 30, 2:00pm – 4:00pm | Milford Point | The Connecticut Audubon Society

New Haven Birding Club: Chippens Hill - Field Trip
2026-05-31 07:00 - 11:00 | Chippens Hill, Chippens Hill, Bristol, CT, United States
Field Trip – Chippens Hill Grassland Birds – Jack Swatt

May 31, 2026 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

The Chippens Hill area of Bristol has historically been farmland. The Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut and the city of Bristol are working to save some of the habitat where Bobolinks, Meadowlarks, and Grasshopper Sparrows have been found. Join Jack Swatt for a tour of these areas in search of these declining species. Bring plenty of water and be prepared to walk in sunny field habitat that may contain ticks.
Meet at the Bristol Dog Park parking lot ​at 400 Perkins Street in Bristol, just north of the intersection with Pinehurst Road.
Leader: Jack Swatt, 203-592-4686 or jswattbirds@gmail.com

Litchfield Audubon: Picnic and Birding at Shepaug Dam
2026-05-31 09:00 - 13:00 | Shepaug Dam, River Rd., Southbury, CT, United States
May 31, 2026
Sunday, 9:00 a.m.
Location: Southbury, CT

Russ Naylor will lead us on a bird walk to the Shepaug Dam to find breeding birds — warblers (Pine, Prairie, Blue-winged, etc.), edge and field species (Eastern Towhees, Field Sparrows, American Bluebirds), plus some special treats: a Cliff Swallow colony, Spotted Sandpipers, ravens, Common Mergansers, Osprey, perhaps even a Bald Eagle or two. Some of these birds will be nesting, and we’re apt to be serenaded by Orchard Orioles and Warbling Vireos.

After our walk, we’ll enjoy an informal picnic (bring your lunch and beverage) and swap bird or outdoor tales in the late-spring warmth (we hope!).

Meet at 7:30 outside the Canfield Corner Pharmacy at the junction of Route 6 (Main Street North) and Route 47 in Woodbury.

For more information, call Russ Naylor at 203-841-7779; leave a message for a return call.

New Haven Bird Club: Mohawk Mountain State Park - Bird Walk
2026-06-03 08:00 - 11:00 | Mohawk Mountain State Park, Route 4, Cornwall, CT, United States
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 easy walking, with carpooling between sites.
Meet at the entrance to Mohawk Mountain State Park on Route 4 in Cornwall, four miles west of Goshen.
Leader: Jack Swatt, 203-592-4686 or jswattbirds@gmail.com

Greenwich-Stamford Summer Bird Count
2026-06-06 02:00 - 2026-06-07 01:59, 2026-06-07 05:30 - 14:30 | CT
Become a community scientist and help count birds in your neighborhood or on a count team for our annual Summer Bird Count!
Held on two days in June, the scope of the Summer Bird Count is similar to the Christmas Bird Count in its count circle extent covering Greenwich, Stamford, Darien and parts of Westchester County NY. Not only does it provide a good excuse to spend a day birding in warm weather, but it is also a very important way for researchers to learn important information about the locations of breeding birds.
To join a counting team in your neighborhood or become a Team Captain, please contact count compilers Tom Burke or Ryan MacLean at the lines of contact below:
TOM BURKE Cell Phone: (914) 282-3497 Home Phone: (914) 967-4922 Email: thomaswardburke@gmail.com
RYAN MACLEAN Office Phone: (203) 930-1353 Email: ryan.maclean@audubon.org
If you would like to join in counting efforts at the Greenwich Audubon Center on Saturday, June 6th at 6 a.m. contact Ryan MacLean at ryan.maclean@audubon.org.
The Count Compilation will be held (weather permitting) at Greenwich Audubon on the Quaker Ridge Hawk Watch Lawn on Sunday, June 7th at 2 p.m.
THERE IS NO ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT. TO PARTICIPATE PLEASE CONTACT THE INDIVIDUALS LISTED ABOVE.

Hartford Audubon Society: Station 43/Vibert Rd - Bird Walk
2026-06-06 07:00 - 10:00 | Station 43, 990 Main St., South Windsor, CT, United States
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 boots and bug spray are recommended.
Mostly easy walking but some very wet areas. 2-3 hours.
Paul Cianfaglione pgcianfaglione@gmail.com 860-836-3443 T

Mattabeseck Audubon Society & CT Trails Day: Birding Machimoodus State Park
2026-06-06 08:00 - 10:00 | Machimoodus State Park, Lawn Ave & High St, Middletown, CT, United States
Join MAS board secretary, and Christmas Count compiler, Sharon Dellinger, for a birding hike at one of Connecticut’s treasured state parks! Plan on seeing and hearing Orchard Oriole, Baltimore Oriole, Indigo Bunting, Field Sparrow, Prairie Warbler to name a few of the reliable species seen here.
If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars let Sharon know ahead of time. Walk limited to 12 participants.
Contact Sharon via email: rsdell@comcast.net or via cell 860-803-1626. This is a CT Trails Day Event!
Sign up through CT Trails Day preferred, click on link:
Spring Bird Walk At Machimoodus State Park

Hartford Audubon Society: Reservoir #3 - Bloomfield - Bird Walk
2026-06-06 08:00 - 10:00 | Reservoir #3 Bloomfield, 298 Tunxis Ave, Bloomfield, CT, 06002, United States
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 rookery at the
back of a swamp along with a variety of other summer resident
birds. The area encompasses low fields, tall grass fields, marsh,
shrub habitat and forest habitat, all from an easily walkable road.
Wear long pants and bug spray for tick protection. We will walk
about 1-1/2 miles over level solid terrain.
Chris Fisher – ChrisF001@aol.com – 860-967-5976 T
Jim Watso – jcwphotos@cox.net – 860-519-8306 T

New Haven Bird Club: Summer Bird Count
2026-06-06 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00 | CT
New Haven Summer Bird Count

June 6, 2026 – June 7, 2026

Saturday–Sunday, June 6–7, 2026, all day
A wonderful opportunity to work on your song identification skills and see what birds are nesting in your area. For the names of area captains, to join a team, and for other information, contact Steve Mayo. Meet at various points.
Coordinator: Steve Mayo, 203-772-9842 or scmayo999@gmail.com
