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SUMMARY:Audubon CT Greenwich: Greenwich Audubon at Teatown Eagle Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us—along with many local environmental organizations—at Croton Point Park for Teatown’s Annual EagleFest\, a beloved winter tradition celebrating Bald Eagles and the incredible wildlife of the Hudson River Valley. \nThe 22nd Annual Teatown Hudson River EagleFest is an all-day celebration at Croton Point Park! \nEvent Highlights \n\nLive bird shows featuring birds of prey\nGuided bird walks with opportunities to view eagles through spotting scopes\nHeated tents with educational displays and exhibits\nHands-on crafts and games for children\nFood trucks and more throughout the day\n\nBald Eagles return to the Hudson River each winter\, offering an incredible opportunity to observe these majestic birds during their seasonal migration. We look forward to celebrating together in this special setting. \nSnow Date: Sunday\, February 8\, 2026
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-greenwich-greenwich-audubon-at-teatown-eagle-fest/
LOCATION:Croton Point Park\, 1 Croton Point Ave.\, Croton-On-Hudson\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audubon CT,Festival,Greenwich Audubon,Live Birds,National Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
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SUMMARY:Menunkatuck Audubon: 2026 Legislative Policy Priorities
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the Connecticut State Legislature is meeting in a “short session.” Audubon is advocating for several pieces of legislation to protect birds and their habitats. These include efforts regarding: \n\n\nRegulating neonicotinoids for non-agricultural use \n\n\nClassify second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides as restricted-use pesticides \n\n\nExpanding nature-based solutions \n\n\nProtecting vulnerable communities from climate change by supporting urban forestry and community interest in tree planting and maintenance\, parks\, and/or community gardens in densely populated areas \n\n\nJoin us as we host Robert LaFrance\, Director of Policy for Audubon Connecticut\, for a discussion on these and other legislative initiatives and learn what you can do to help get them passed. Before joining Audubon\, Rob had a long career with DEEP as its legislative liaison and brings extensive relationships with legislators to Audubon.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/menunkatuck-audubon-2026-legislative-policy-priorities-2/
LOCATION:Online\, CT\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Menunkatuck Audubon Society":MAILTO:contact@menunkatuck.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T201500
DTSTAMP:20260422T004131
CREATED:20251101T191332Z
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SUMMARY:Menunkatuck Audubon: 2026 Legislative Policy Priorities
DESCRIPTION:This year the Connecticut State Legislature is meeting in a “long session”. Audubon has several areas in which legislation is sought to protect birds and the places they need. Among these are legislation regarding: \n\n\nRegulating neonicotinoids for non-agricultural use\nExpanding nature based solutions\nProtecting vulnerable communities from climate change by supporting urban forestry and community interest in tree planting and maintenance\, parks\, and/or community gardens in densely populated areas\n\nJoin us as we host Robert LaFrance\, Director of Policy for Audubon Connecticut\, for a discussion of these and other legislative initiatives and learn what you can do to help getting them passed. Before joining Audubon\, Rob had a long career with DEEP as its legislative liaison and brings long relationships with legislators to Audubon. \nRegister to get Zoom link.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/menunkatuck-audubon-2026-legislative-policy-priorities/
LOCATION:Online\, CT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Menunkatuck Audubon Society":MAILTO:contact@menunkatuck.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T004131
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SUMMARY:Hartford Audubon Society: Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Feb 10\, 2026 – Tue 7:30 pm – Social Time at 7:00pm \nSt James’s Episcopal Church\,1018 Farmington Ave\, WH \nSpeaker: Connor Hogan: Director\, McLean Game Refuge \nMcLean Game Refuge: Managing For Biodiversity\nDiscover the McLean Game Refuge of today with Director Connor Hogan! Join us for a better understanding of what goes into managing for biodiversity on this special property\, which encompasses ~4\,410 acres. \nAlison Wilcox Speakers@HartfordAudubon.org 860-707-5907 T
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/hartford-audubon-society-february-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:St James Episcopal Church\, 1018 Farmington Ave\,\, West Haven\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Hartford Audubon,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T090000
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CREATED:20251210T161808Z
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon EcoTravel: Birding the Rhode Island Coast
DESCRIPTION:CT AUDUBON ECO TRAVEL:\n \n\nFebruary 2026\n\nBirding the Rhode Island Coast\nWednesday\, February 11     9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\n\nSpend the day cruising the Rhode Island coast\, visiting Charlestown Breachway and Napatree Point. Take the opportunity to see this summertime destination without the tourists\, when wintering birds are abundant. These two locations are always full of birdlife\, including Snowy Owl.\nLeader: Andy Griswold.\nFee: $100. Members: $85.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-eco-travel-birding-the-rhode-island-coast/
LOCATION:Rhode Island Coast\, Napatree Point\, Westerley\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,EcoTravel,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm: Love Birds - Avian Courtship
DESCRIPTION:Love Birds: Avian Courtship (via Zoom)\n\nFebruary 12\, 7-8 PM\, Free\,\n \n\nJust in time for Valentine’s Day\, learn some of the fascinating courtship behaviors of birds. Avian scientist and Sanctuary Manager of Deer Pond Farm Lori Lichtenauer will share an overview of how male birds engage in dangerous and extreme acts all to attract a mate. She will discuss the evolutionary history behind water dancing grebes\, food bearing waxwings\, and sky-diving eagles. We will also discuss how birds promote pair bonding with their mates\, which birds mate for life\, and which ones mate for a season. Suggested donation $5.\n \nClick here to register for the Love Birds: Avian Courtship Zoom program.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-deer-pond-love-birds-avian-courtship/
LOCATION:CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm\, 57 Wakeman Hill Road\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Deer Pond Farm,Free,Online,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm":MAILTO:dwallin@ctaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T133000
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SUMMARY:Audubon CT Greenwich: Great Backyard Bird Count at Grass Island Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Audubon Naturalists as we count waterbirds and land birds in Greenwich Harbor as part of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s annual Great Backyard Bird Count. Ducks\, geese\, loons\, and gulls are some of the birds that we expect to see as they spend the winter on Long Island Sound. You will also get to help submit our findings to the bird count website and learn how you can submit your backyard counts too! \nThis IN-PERSON program has a limited capacity of 30 participants and will be held entirely outdoors. \nRestrooms will not be available so please plan accordingly. \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. \n– Program is free of charge but suggested donations are encouraged to support Audubon’s bird conservation efforts. We greatly thank you for your generosity and support of birds! \n– RSVP is required. \n– All ages welcome. \n– Please register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same. \n– We will meet you in the first parking lot on your RIGHT after turning onto Grass Island Rd. \n– For questions\, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353.
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-greenwich-great-backyard-bird-count-at-grass-island-park/
LOCATION:Grass Island\, Greenwich\, Grass Island Road\, Greenwich\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audubon CT,Bird Count,Free,Greenwich Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T154500
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SUMMARY:Audubon CT Greenwich: Feeder Watch Fridays
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe’ll also share how to participate in Project FeederWatch—a winter-long community science survey of the birds that visit feeders in your backyards\, parks\, offices\, and other areas. You and your family can participate by counting the birds you see in your backyard and submitting them to the Project FeederWatch website. We will provide identification guides to backyard birds and information on how you can take part in Project FeederWatch and even submit a checklist of our own at the end of the program! \nAll ages are welcome including children after school and senior citizens. Our building is ADA accessible so wheelchairs and mobility devices can be used. \nThis IN-PERSON program has a limited capacity and will be held indoors. \nRegistration is FREE but tickets MUST be purchased in advance through this online ticket sales page. \nPlease register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same. \nUpon arrival please check in at the front desk and proceed to our Learning Center bird feeder window. \nFor questions\, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/audubon-ct-greenwich-feeder-watch-fridays/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Greenwich Audubon\, 613 Riversville Road\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06831\, United States
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