BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Connecticut Ornithological Association | COA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Connecticut Ornithological Association | COA
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ctbirding.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connecticut Ornithological Association | COA
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260209T001234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T171543Z
UID:10009234-1777111200-1777118400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Audubon CT Greenwich: Birding by Ear Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Birds have an unbelievable variety of sounds which they use throughout their lives. Join naturalist Ryan MacLean for a special workshop to learn about helpful techniques used for identifying birds by their beautiful songs as well as how and why they make such incredible sounds. We will start with a slide show presentation and listen to recordings of common species of birds. Then\, you will have a chance to practice your new bird song skills as we take you outside onto the Greenwich Audubon Center grounds. \nTickets MUST be purchased in advance through our online ticket sales page. 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. \nRecommended for ages 12 & up. \nProgram Fee: $20 per person \nPlease register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same. (Please only register through our official registration page provided below) \nPre-registration is required. \nFor questions\, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353. \nWe will meet you in our front lobby for check in at the start of the program. \n \n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-greenwich-birding-by-ear-workshop/
LOCATION:Greenwich Audubon\, 613 Riversville Road\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06831\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Song-Sparrow-G-Pt-e1677248824411.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260108T165026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T183344Z
UID:10009194-1777111200-1777118400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, Deer Pond Farm: Beginner Birding for Families and Kids
DESCRIPTION:Beginner Birding for Families & Kids (Class & Walk)\n\nKids Birding at Deer Pond Farm\n \n\nApril 25\, 10 AM-Noon\nAre you a curious young explorer looking to learn more about wildlife? Get ready for spring bird migration by joining Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer at Deer Pond Farm to discover the joy of birding. Starting in our classroom\, Lori will describe what birding is\, how to look and listen like a birder. Finding and watching birds is fun for the whole family and can help you learn about lots of other animals. We will then go out onto our teaching terrace for a binocular lesson and explore some of the trails to find some birds!\n \nRecommended for ages 8 and up; but all ages welcome; parents must be in attendance with children.  \n \nClick here to register for the Beginner Birding for Families and Kids (Class & Walk).
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-deer-pond-farm-beginner-birding-for-families-and-kids/
LOCATION:CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm\, 57 Wakeman Hill Road\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Deer Pond Farm,Talk,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC1041-2-e1638453585370.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm":MAILTO:dwallin@ctaudubon.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260316T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T185833Z
UID:10009347-1777138200-1777149000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, Milford Point: Return of the Osprey!
DESCRIPTION:Return of the Osprey – A gala celebrating one of our states most iconic species\n\nSaturday\, April 25\, 2026\n5:30pm – 8:30pm\nCoastal Center at Milford Point\n \n\n1 Milford Point Road\nMilford\, CT 06460\n203-878-7440\nmilford@ctaudubon.org\n \n\n\nTickets: $75\n2-person Discount: $140\n\nBuy Tickets here:  Support The Return of The Osprey 2026 | PledgeIt for Charities \n\nWe hope you’ll join us for good cheer\, great food and cocktails\, and a lively auction as we welcome spring (and the Osprey!) back to Connecticut. Your support of the Coastal Center is a gift to the region’s wildlife and protected spaces\, and we want to celebrate our successes with you. \nThe Coastal Center staff strive to promote the awareness and preservation of Long Island Sound’s ecosystem\, and the birds and habitats it supports. Visitors have access to the Sound and to tidal salt marshes\, barrier beaches\, tide pools\, and coastal dunes\, making it one of the most significant birding locations in Connecticut. As a part of statewide initiatives\, the Coastal Center also participates in the conservation of several protected species\, especially Osprey\, Purple Martins\, and Piping Plovers. Fundraising events like this make our work possible.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-milford-point-return-of-the-osprey/
LOCATION:Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point\, 1 Milford Point Rd\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal Center at Milford Point,CT Audubon,Festival
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC7515-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260106T171049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190307Z
UID:10009185-1777186800-1777194000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Roaring Brook Nature Center Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:April 26\, 2026 – Roaring Brook Nature Center – Springtime Bird Walk – Sun 7:00 am \nRoaring Brook Nature Center\, 70 Gracey Rd\, Canton\nMeet in the Nature Center parking lot. \nIdeal area for a morning walk during spring migration as 50 species may be seen or heard. Look for warblers\, vireos\, orioles\, tanagers and more. Dress for weather and wear footwear for possible wet ground conditions. Rain cancels walk. Lasts until about 9am. \nJay Kaplan – jaybrd49@aol.com – 860-707-5246 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-roaring-brook-nature-center-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Roaring Brook Nature Center\, 70 Gracey Road\, Canton\, CT\, 06019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Orchard-Oriole-Greenwich-Point.-July-2021.-Cynthia-Ehlinger-e1719331363772.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260105T152219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190653Z
UID:10009167-1777188600-1777199400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: Field Trip - Osbornedale State Park/Kellog Environmental Center
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Kellogg Environmental Center and Osbornedale State Park\, Derby – Maria Stockmal \n\nApril 26 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am\n\n\n\nOsbornedale State Park offers a variety of species in its fields and forest\, and around its ponds. It is always a surprise which species will be discovered as we walk through the park. We may see a flyover Bald Eagle\, nesting Bluebirds\, early warbler migrants\, Green Heron\, and Orchard Oriole\, as well as Indigo Bunting\, Rose-Breasted Grosbeak\, and the various thrushes. \nWe will explore the Kellogg Environmental Center grounds and then walk over to Osbornedale Park to explore and see what we find. \nMeet at the Kellogg Environmental Center parking lot at 500 Hawthorne Avenue\, Derby. \nLeader: Maria Stockmal\, 203-305-3728 or m.stockmal@snet.net \n \n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-field-trip-osbornedale-state-park-kellog-environmental-center/
LOCATION:Kellogg Environmental Center and Osbornedale State Park\, 500 Hawthorne Ave.\, Derby\, CT\, 06418\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Bald-Eagle.-Cynthia-Ehlinger-12.2020-e1636852295645.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260407T171648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T171648Z
UID:10009404-1777190400-1777197600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:WCBC: Spring Bird Hike at Mine Hill\, Roxbury
DESCRIPTION:Spring Bird Hike at Mine Hill\, Roxbury – April 26 \nCome join us at Roxbury Land Trust’s Mine Hill Preserve in Roxbury 7– a mélange of habitats from Shepaug River Waters to upland forest as we seek out early spring migrants and other vernal wildlife. This area\, once site of local mining and quarry operations\, is a great place to check out healthy habitats and add up those daily cardio steps.\nDate – Sunday\, April 26 at 8:00 AM\nMeet – Roxbury Land Trust parking lot on Mine Hill Road off Rte 67 in Roxbury by the Shepaug River\nDetails – call Rob Buck at 203-558-3328 \nNote: The bridge is still closed on Wellers Bridge Road\, Roxbury\, the short cut\nconnecting Rte 67 from Woodbury/Southbury in the village to Rte 67 across the river.\nFollow detour directions around the loop to reach Mine Hill.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/wcbc-spring-bird-hike-at-mine-hill-roxbury/
LOCATION:Mine Hill Preserve\, Roxbury\, Mine Hill Rs off Rte 67\, Roxbury\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk,Western Connecticut Bird Club
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Palm-Warbler-0386-e1648128987679.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Connecticut Bird Club":MAILTO:westernctbirdclub@gmail.com 
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260208T232256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T191014Z
UID:10009227-1777190400-1777197600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Mattabeseck Audubon:  Birding at Haddam Meadows State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join avid birder Elena Coffey for an exciting early spring bird walk at Haddam Meadows State Park.  If you need binoculars to borrow let Elena know ahead of time.\nFollow Island Dock Road to large parking area by boat ramp.\nText or call Elena at 860-305-1965.  \nHard rain cancels event. 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/mattabeseck-audubon-society-spring-birding-at-haddam-meadows-state-park/
LOCATION:Haddam Meadows State Park\, 20 Parmelee Road\, Haddam\, 06438\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mattabeseck Audubon Society,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Pine-Warbler.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mattabeseck Audubon Society":MAILTO:mattabeseck@mac.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260316T142304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T211731Z
UID:10009334-1777363200-1777372200@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/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:CT  Audubon Center at Pomfret\, 218 Day Road\, Pomfret Center\, CT\, 06259\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC2307-scaled-e1774127751211.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260106T171442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T002252Z
UID:10009186-1777451400-1777458600@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon: Lewis Farm Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:April 29\, 2026 – Lewis Farm Sanctuary – Wed 8:30 am \n1035 Hill St\, Suffield\nPark off road on WEST side only (by sign for Sanctuary)\nUse caution: poor sight line for passing cars \nBring your binoculars\, apply some bug spray and wear light hikers as we set off on the beautifully maintained trails in this sanctuary. We will cover mixed terrain of low hills and mostly dry trails\, crossing a babbling brook and meandering around a pond. We will keep our eyes peeled for warblers and other spring birds.\nWhen our necks are tired from scanning the treetops\, we can admire the variety of wildflowers that sprout up near the trail. Join us for a couple of hours as we explore this very special property. \nAbby Wolcott – abwol81@cox.net – 860-436-7667 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/36467/
LOCATION:Lewis Farm Sanctuary\, 1035 Hill St.\, Suffield\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Magnolia-Warbler-e1648430018713.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20251210T162541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T001850Z
UID:10009114-1777528800-1777561200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon EcoTravel: Early Spring Migrants
DESCRIPTION:Early Spring Migrants \n\nThursday\, April 30     6 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nLate April is the beginning of the intense migration period when birds head north to summer haunts. With favorable weather and winds\, some species get a head start and we plan to greet them! Visit places known for their great diversity of migrants to see them in nuptial plumage and listen to their spring songs before the leaves make them more difficult to spot. \nLeader: Matt Bell.\nFee: $90. Members: $75.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-early-spring-migrants/
LOCATION:CT Audubon EcoTravel\, 30 Plains Road\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Black-throated-Green-Warbler.-Chris-Wood.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260413T192826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T233619Z
UID:10009417-1777622400-1777626000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:RTP Estuary Center: Migration Magic Kickoff Walks
DESCRIPTION:Migration Magic Kickoff Walk at the RTPEC\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 1\, 8-9 am\nFriday\, May 1\, 10-11 am\n\n\n\n\nRTP Estuary Center\n100 Lyme Street\nOld Lyme\, CT\, 06371\n860-598-4218\nrtpec@ctaudubon.org\nFree to attend\nRegistration required\n\n\n\nJoin us as we kickoff the month-long celebration of Migration Magic on the beautiful grounds of the RTP Estuary Center Sanctuary in Old Lyme. Learn how to participate in our birdathon and search for spring warblers\, vireos\, thrushes and more to start off your bird list for the month. Join us before or afterwards from 9-10 am for coffee and muffins on the back deck of the Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation and Discovery Center\, overlooking our bird garden and inland wetland.\n \nRegister here:  Migration Magic Kickoff Walk at the RTPEC | Friday\, May 1\, 8-9 am\n \nFriday\, May 1\, 10-11 am | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-migration-magic-kickoff-walks/2026-05-01/1/
LOCATION:Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center\, 100 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Palm-Warbler-0386-e1648128987679.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260413T192826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T233619Z
UID:10009418-1777629600-1777633200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:RTP Estuary Center: Migration Magic Kickoff Walks
DESCRIPTION:Migration Magic Kickoff Walk at the RTPEC\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 1\, 8-9 am\nFriday\, May 1\, 10-11 am\n\n\n\n\nRTP Estuary Center\n100 Lyme Street\nOld Lyme\, CT\, 06371\n860-598-4218\nrtpec@ctaudubon.org\nFree to attend\nRegistration required\n\n\n\nJoin us as we kickoff the month-long celebration of Migration Magic on the beautiful grounds of the RTP Estuary Center Sanctuary in Old Lyme. Learn how to participate in our birdathon and search for spring warblers\, vireos\, thrushes and more to start off your bird list for the month. Join us before or afterwards from 9-10 am for coffee and muffins on the back deck of the Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation and Discovery Center\, overlooking our bird garden and inland wetland.\n \nRegister here:  Migration Magic Kickoff Walk at the RTPEC | Friday\, May 1\, 8-9 am\n \nFriday\, May 1\, 10-11 am | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-migration-magic-kickoff-walks/2026-05-01/2/
LOCATION:Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center\, 100 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Palm-Warbler-0386-e1648128987679.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T001631
CREATED:20260215T165518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T002916Z
UID:10009258-1777658400-1777662000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, Pomfret: Virginia Rail Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Rail Bird Walk \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 1\, 2026\, at 6 p.m.\n \nOur goal will be to hear and observe a Virginia Rail.  Other possible species include early arrivals like Yellow and Pine Warblers.\n \nLimit: 12 people. Fee: $10 members; $20 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-virginia-rail-bird-walk/
LOCATION:CT  Audubon Center at Pomfret\, 218 Day Road\, Pomfret Center\, CT\, 06259\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Pomfret,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ctbirding.org/wp-content/uploads/Virginia_Rail_at_Cokeville_Meadows_NWR_20820465924-e1705199212888.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR