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SUMMARY:Friends of Greenwich Point: First Sunday Bird Walk at Greenwich Point
DESCRIPTION:Bring binoculars and join us for a casual walk around Greenwich Point Park\, Old Greenwich\, CT\, in search of wild birds in diverse habitats.  Held year-round on the first Sunday of every month at Greenwich Point Park\, the walk begins at 9:00 am near the southern concession stand near the flagpole on the main beach. The walk lasts from 2 – 3 hours\, but participants can leave at any time. All ages and levels of expertise are welcome. \nNo registration is required and the walk is free. For access for those without beach cards (normally  restricted from April – October)\, let the front gate staff know you are coming for the bird walk for complimentary entry.   \nSponsored by Friends of Greenwich Point. 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/friends-of-greenwich-point-first-sunday-bird-walk-at-greenwich-point/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:Greenwich Point Park\, 11 Tod's Driftway\, Old Greenwich\, CT\, 06870\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Sunday Bird Walk at Greenwich Point
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SUMMARY:Birding for Pleasure: Count the Bobolinks and More!
DESCRIPTION:Count the Bobolinks and More!  Enjoy Durham’s hidden gem. \nWednesday July 15 \, 2026  \nTime: 8:30 AM – est. 11AM  \nLocation: Frederick White Farm open space \n70 Maple Ave\, Durham.  \nPark on side of dirt road down the hill. \nJoin Birding for Pleasure in Durham & Middlefield for a bird walk at Frederick White Farm – an important habitat for Bobolinks. The Bobolink is a migratory songbird who travels all the way from South America to nest in the grasses at this town-owned farm. During this walk we will observe and count the Bobolink and other grassland species as we explore the importance of habitats in relationship to wildlife. \nElena Coffey will lead the walk. She is a Birding for Pleasure volunteer and specializes with birding-by-sound. She is on the executive board of Mattabeseck Audubon Society\, a member of the New Haven Bird Club and the Connecticut Ornithological Society. When she was in her twenties\, Elena saw a tree full of colorful migrating warblers and she was hooked on birding! Elena will help build your birding skills by recognizing bird sounds while learning about the musical Bobolink. \n** Youth must be accompanied by parent or responsible adult.** \nRun completely by volunteers\, Birding for Pleasure’s goal is to engage communities in conversation\, restoration and enjoyment of nature focusing on grasslands birds\, other wildlife and their habitats.  \n\nPlease bring your binoculars\, drinking water\, bug repellent and wear waterproof shoes or boots. The walk around the farm is mostly flat and may be muddy.\nNo dogs. \n\nVortex binoculars are available through a CVEF grant for check-out at the Durham and Middlefield Public Libraries during their regular business hours.  \nA few binoculars may be borrowed during our walk. \n** Registration is optional except for students/youth to help with our planning. https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/17097385?hs=a  \n* Heavy rain or lightening cancels.  \n \n  \nBirding For Pleasure’s next walk is Saturday July 18\, 2026 at 8 a.m. led by Melissa Baston with the Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/birding-for-pleasure-and-nhbc-count-the-bobolinks-and-more/
LOCATION:Frederick White Farm\, Maple Avenue\, Durham\, CT\, 06422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding for Pleasure,New Haven Bird Club,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T080000
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SUMMARY:Birding for Pleasure and Quinnipiac Valley Audubon: Count the Bobolinks and More
DESCRIPTION:Count the Bobolinks and More!  \n\nEnjoy Durham’s hidden gem!  \nMeet at Frederick White Farm open space. 70 Maple Ave\, Durham. Park on side of dirt road down the hill. \nJoin Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society and Birding for Pleasure for a bird/nature walk at Frederick White Farm. Frederick White Farm is an important habitat for the Bobolink\, a migratory songbird who travels all the way from South America to nest in the grasses in Durham. \nMelissa Baston is one of the original Birding for Pleasure volunteers and will lead the walk.  She is a board member of Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society\, and a member of the Connecticut Ornithological Society.  Melissa monitors and helps to install the American Kestrel boxes at Frederick White Farm and throughout Connecticut. American Kestrels are North America’s smallest falcon\, are often seen during our walks at Frederick White Farm. \n** Youth must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.** \n\n\n\n\nRun completely by volunteers\, the goal of Birding for Pleasure in Durham & Middlefield is to engage communities in conversation\, restoration and enjoyment of grasslands focusing on birds\, wildlife and their habitats. \n* Please bring your binoculars\, drinking water\, bug repellent and wear waterproof shoes or boots. The walk around the farm is mostly flat and may be wet or muddy. Vortex binoculars are available through a CVEF grant for check-out at the Durham and Middlefield Public Libraries during regular library hours. A few binoculars may be available to borrow during the walk. No dogs. \n** Please register to help us with our planning: https://durhamlibrary.libcal.com/event/17097619?hs=a \nHeavy rain or lightning cancels.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/birding-for-pleasure-and-quinnipiac-valley-audubon-count-the-bobolinks-and-more/
LOCATION:Frederick White Farm\, Maple Avenue\, Durham\, CT\, 06422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding for Pleasure,Quinnipiac Valley,Walk
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SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club: People's State Forest Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Peoples State Forest\, Barkhamsted – Paul Mahler and Michele McDermott \n\nJuly 19\, 2026 @ 7:30 am – 11:30 am\n\n\n\nPeoples State Forest spans over 3\,000 acres of diverse habitats and features 14 miles of trails\, yet it has been infrequently birded over the years. Join us as we explore various hotspots within the forest. Species we’re likely to encounter include: Blackburnian\, Canada\, Black-throated Blue\, and Black-throated Green Warblers\, Northern Waterthrush\, Ovenbirds\, Red-breasted Nuthatches\, Scarlet Tanagers\, Least and Alder Flycatchers\, Winter Wrens\, and more. Great Horned and Barred Owls\, along with Broad-winged Hawks\, also nest within the forest. Please note: the forest can be quite buggy in summer. Mosquito nets and/or generous use of bug spray are highly recommended. We will drive to several locations and walk approximately 2–3 miles throughout the morning. Terrain will include boardwalks\, rocky access roads\, and forest trails with many stumps and roots — please plan footwear and mobility accordingly. \nMeet at Matthies Grove (106 East River Road\, Barkhamsted). Meet in front of the pavilion to the left of the entrance. Due to limited parking at other spots in the forest\, we will carpool from there. \nLeaders: Paul Mahler\, 860-459-6942; \nMichele McDermott\, 860-485-3087
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/new-haven-bird-club-peoples-state-forest-field-trip/
LOCATION:Peoples Forest\, 324 Park Road\, Barkhamsted\, CT\, 06063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Free,New Haven Bird Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T110000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon Birdcraft: Family Days - Swooping Swallows
DESCRIPTION:Birdcraft Family Days – Swooping Swallows\n\nHave you ever seen the iridescent Tree Swallows flying over the Birdcraft Pond or fork-tailed Barn Swallows swooping over the CT River? Learn more about these acrobatic flyers and make a recycled-wood swallow to paint and take home! \nThis event is for kids ages 10 and under accompanied by an adult. Please wear art-appropriate clothing and footwear. (Note: model bird kits may contain small parts that would not be suitable for children under age 3.) \nRegistration is required because spaces are limited. \nSaturday\, July 25\nCome between 11am & 2pm (registration required) \nBirdcraft Museum \n314 Unquowa Road\nFairfield\, CT 06824\n(203) 259-0416 ext. 305\nmwilson@ctaudubon.org\n$15 per model kit \nRegister here:  Birdcraft Family Days – Swooping Swallows | Saturday\, July 25Come between 11am & 2pm (registration required) | Birdcraft | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/birdcraft-family-days-swooping-swallows-july-25-2026/
LOCATION:Birdcraft Sanctuary\, 314 Unquowa Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birdcraft Sanctuary,CT Audubon,Workshop
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