CT Audubon RTP Estuary Center: Planting for Birds
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center, 100 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United States
RTP Estuary Center: Planting For Birds

Winter Session – Saturday, December 13; 10 am – 12 p.m.
Spring Session – Saturday, March 14; 10 am – 12 p.m.
Summer Session – Saturday, June 13; 10 am – 12 p.m.
Fall Session – Saturday, September 12; 10 am – 12 p.m.

While habitat loss poses challenges for birds and wildlife worldwide, creating backyard habitats offers a solution! In this four-part series, participants will learn about ways to improve backyard habitats throughout different seasons. Each program will focus on the seasonal needs of birds and specific ways to support them, using examples from the sanctuary grounds of the RTP Estuary Center in Old Lyme. Each session will include an indoor presentation and an outdoor exploration of the sanctuary grounds and gardens, accompanied by handouts that list the plants mentioned for each session.

Click here to learn about each session!

$20 for members/$25 for non-members for individual sessions
$75 for members/$95 for non-members for all four sessions

Register Here for All Four Sessions

Register Here for a Single Session

Audubon CT Greenwich: Nest Box Building Workshop
2026-03-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Greenwich Audubon, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT, 06831, United States
Join Greenwich Audubon Center for a fun in-person program to learn about ways to support birds at home with nest boxes! Tree-cavity nesting birds such as Eastern Bluebirds depend on nestboxes to survive, as it has become increasingly difficult for them to find natural tree cavities in the wild. Other birds that love nestboxes include Tree Swallows, Chickadees, Tufted Titmice, and House Wrens.
After a slide-show presentation, you will have the opportunity to build your very own nest box kit with the assistance of Audubon staff! Kits must be purchased with ticket registration in advance and will be given out at the program. Hammers & Screwdrivers will be available for use but we recommend bringing your own Hammer & Philip’s Head Screwdriver if you have them.
This IN-PERSON program has a limited capacity and will start with an indoor slide show. Weather permitting the box building portion will be held outside.
TICKETS ALONG WITH KITS 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.
– Program Fee: $40 for kit and one person (must purchase kit in advance), $5 for each additional person.
– Pre-registration is required. Select here to register.
– Recommended for ages 6 and up.
– Please register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same. *You must purchase a nestbox kit to participate.*
– Upon arrival please check in at the front desk to pick up pre-purchased kits and proceed to Kiernan Hall where our slide show will take place.
– For questions, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353.
Please note, by signing up for this event you are consenting to receive emails from Audubon about this program and our conservation work. You may opt-out of our emails at any time.

CVH Animal Sanctuary: Woodcock Walk 2
2026-03-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary, 8 Commerce Rd., Newtown, CT, 06470, United States
Woodcock Walk
Date: March 14, 2026 (rain date March 21)
Time: 6:45pm-8:00pm
Location: CVH Animal Sanctuary, 8 Commerce Road, Newtown (Catherine’s Learning Barn)
Expert: Ken Elkins, Sanctuary Director of Education
Ages: 10 and up (must be accompanied by a registered adult)
Cost: $15.00 (Registration fees are non-refundable unless both event date and rain date are cancelled)
Registration limited to 15 participants
*For the safety and comfort for all, no pets are allowed.
Calling all bird lovers…we have a rare treat for you! Woodcocks, also known as timberdoodles, are enigmatic and well-camouflaged shorebirds with a distinctive aerial courtship flight and nasal “peent” call given in early evening. Join us at the sanctuary as we search for this shy and elusive bird and witness their amazing upward spiral mating dance. Note: this event requires standing still in the dark, listening for the bird call and watching silently for the aerial flight.
https://www.cvhfoundation.org/event/woodcock-walk/

Audubon CT Greenwich: Evening Woodcock Watch
2026-03-14 18:45 - 20:00 | Greenwich Audubon, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT, 06831, United States
One of our favorite signs of spring at the Greenwich Audubon Center is the amazing aerial mating display of the American Woodcock! These woodland relatives of our sandpipers and shorebirds are truly spectacular acrobats who put on a mesmerizing performance against the twilight sky. Join us for a special evening program to look for these secretive shorebird relatives while looking and listening for other signs of spring from our Hawk Watch Lawn.
IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER FOR EITHER EVENING’S PROGRAM TICKETS WILL BE VALID FOR THE EVENING OF FAVORABLE WEATHER (March 13 & 20). IF BOTH DAYS HAVE INCLEMENT WEATHER OR LACK OF BIRDS DATES WILL BE MOVED TO FRIDAY MARCH 27
There will be no ticket sales at the door the night 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.
Recommended for ages 6 & up.
Program Fee: Tickets are $15 per person.
Please 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)
Pre-registration is required.
For questions, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353.
Upon arrival please check in at the front desk and proceed to Kiernan Hall where our slide show will take place
Please note, by signing up for this event you are consenting to receive emails from Audubon about this program and our conservation work. You may opt-out of our emails at any time.

CT Audubon, Pomfret: The Secret Lives of Owls
2026-03-15 13:00 - 14:30 | CT Audubon Center at Pomfret, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT, 06259, United States
The Secret Lives of Owls
The Live Owls from Horizon Wings Raptor Rehabilitation & Education
New date: Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 1 p.m.

Owls have always been surrounded by an air of mystery, probably because most are nocturnal and not easy to spot in the wild. This is your chance to be only a few feet from an Eastern Screech Owl, a Barred Owl, a Barn Owl, and a Great-horned Owl! Discover the extraordinary features of owls, including exceptional eyesight and hearing, and the ability to fly silently.

Registration is recommended.

Register online or call 860-928-4948.

Fee: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members; children aged 10 and under free. The program is recommended for children over 5.

CT Audubon, Pomfret: The Plight of our Birds - A Call to Action
2026-03-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Online and In-person, CT, United States
The Plight of Our Birds: A Call to Action
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

Learn about the Connecticut Bird Atlas and the overall plight of birds in North America. The atlas is the result of four years of field work by almost 1,000 volunteer birders. The goal was to map all species of birds that occur in the state. Learn what the data reveals about Connecticut’s birds. Dr Min Huang and Craig Repasz will outline key findings and show us how we can work collectively to reverse the population decline of our cherished birds.

Free. Join us at the Center or via Zoom.

REGISTER FOR EVENT HERE

Hartford Audubon Society: Wildlife Series - Project Puffin
2026-03-17 19:00 - 21:00 | McAuley Residence Auditorium, 275 Steele Rd., West Hartford, CT 06117, CT, United States
March 17, 2026 – Wildlife Series – Tue 7:30 pm
Social Time at 7:00pm
McCauley Residence Auditorium
Speaker: “Seabird Sue” Schubel: Seabird Biologist, Educator
Celebrating 50 Years of Project Puffin — from Maine to the World!
In the late 1800s, puffins were almost eliminated from the Maine coast. In 1973 an experiment to bring them back to their former nesting island of Eastern Egg Rock was begun. Learn about this success story and how years of effort resulted in a thriving colony off of Maine.
Alison Wilcox Speakers@HartfordAudubon.org 860-707-5907 T

CT Audubon, Milford Point: Coastal Bird Walks
2026-03-18 08:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point, 1 Milford Point Rd, Milford, CT, 06460, United States
THE COASTAL CENTER AT MILFORD POINT:

Coastal Bird Walks:
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
8:30am – 11:30am

Saturday, March 21, 2026
9:00am – 12:00pm

Join local birding expert Frank Mantlik for winter and spring bird walks! 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.
Be sure to check the coastal forecast: we recommend bringing an extra layer, as it tends to get windy at the coast. This walk will last 2-3 hours, so you’ll want to bring good walking shoes, a reusable water bottle, and binoculars.
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.

Members: $15
Non-members: $20
Register here: Coastal Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society

Bent of the River - Audubon:| Attracting Birds by Season
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:00 | CT
Mar 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Oxford Public Library, 49 Great Oak Road Oxford, CT 06478

Discover how to welcome a vibrant variety of birds to your backyard all year long! Join an expert from the Bent of the River Audubon Center in Southbury for an engaging presentation on the seasonal needs and behaviors of local bird species. Learn which foods, plants, habitats, and simple at-home adjustments can help you support birds in spring, summer, fall, and winter. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out, this program offers practical tips, beautiful visuals, and inspiration for creating a bird-friendly space at home.
RSVP: Attracting Birds by Season | Oxford CT Library

CT Audubon, Pomfret: Woodcock Watches
2026-03-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-26 19:00 - 20:00 | CT Audubon Center at Pomfret, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT, 06259, United States
Woodcock Watches

Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 6:45 p.m.
Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:45 p.m.
Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 6:45 p.m.
Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 7 p.m.

Andy will bring you to see displaying American Woodcock as they do their courtship flights just before dark. VERY IMPORTANT — no bright-colored clothing or hats; drab colors are recommended.

Limit: 7 people per date. Fee: $10 members; $20 non-members.

Please register by emailing Andy Rzeznikiewicz at arzeznikiewicz@ctaudubon.org or calling 860-928-4948

Western CT Bird Club: Meeting - All Things CT Shorebirds
2026-03-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Southbury Library, 100 Poverty Road Southbury, CT, Southbury, 06488, United States
Date: Thursday, March 19

What: Western CT Bird Club monthly meeting

When: 6:30 refreshments, 7:00 meeting to 8:30 PM

Where: Southbury Public Library, 100 Poverty Hollow, Southbury, CT 06488 (off Main Street South, on the corner of Old Field Road)

Title: All Things Connecticut Shorebirds

Who: Nick Bonomo. A birder since the age of 13, Nick was born and raised in Connecticut and has traveled all seven continents in search of birds. His youthful enthusiasm for birds and nature as a whole is contagious on the tours he leads for Sunrise Birding. An accomplished photographer, Nick is always willing to share tips and tricks in the field. He currently sits on the Avian Records Committee of Connecticut and maintains a long-running blog about his birding adventures. Nick holds an undergraduate degree from Stonehill College and a graduate degree from Yale University; he practices in Orthopedic Surgery as a Physician Associate in the United States

Description: Join Nick as he gives an introduction to all things Connecticut Shorebirds. We will learn what exactly a “shorebird” is, and how to tell the various types apart from one another. We will discuss the incredible life cycles of these birds, including their daunting migrations. We will also learn where and when to find shorebirds in Connecticut, whether you live inland or along the coast.

Free and open to the public

Contact: Angela Dimmitt – 860-355-3429 or angeladimmitt@aol.com

CT Audubon, Fairfield: Planting for the Birds
2026-03-20 10:00 - 12:00 | CT Audubon Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT, 06824, United States
Planting for the Birds

Friday, March 20, 2026, 10 a.m. to Noon

Discover how native plants can turn your yard, school, or community space into a haven for birds. This interactive program begins with a short PowerPoint presentation highlighting plants that provide birds with food, shelter and nesting opportunities throughout the year. Participants will learn which trees, shrubs and flowers attract different bird species and why native plants are essential to healthy ecosystems.
After the presentation, we’ll head outdoors for a guided hike to observe native plants in their natural setting and see how birds use them. If conditions allow, participants will also help plant a few bird-friendly plants in the ground, putting their new knowledge into action. This hands-on

program is perfect for nature lovers of all ages and encourages participants to support birds right at home by planting with purpose.

Members $20; Non-members $30. Please register here.

This program is held at the Fairfield Nature Center, 2325 Burr Street, Fairfield, CT.

Audubon CT Greenwich: Feeder Watch Fridays
2026-03-20 15:00 - 15:45, 2026-03-27 15:00 - 15:45 | Greenwich Audubon, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT, 06831, United States
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 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!
All ages are welcome including children after school and senior citizens. Our building is ADA accessible so wheelchairs and mobility devices can be used.
This IN-PERSON program has a limited capacity and will be held indoors.
Registration is FREE but tickets MUST be purchased in advance through this online ticket sales page.
Please register for the quantity of ALL members in your party. The rate for children and adults is the same.
Upon arrival please check in at the front desk and proceed to our Learning Center bird feeder window.
For questions, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353

POSTPONED TO 3/27 Audubon CT Greenwich: Evening Woodcock Watch
2026-03-20 18:45 - 20:00, 2026-03-27 18:45 - 20:00 | Greenwich Audubon, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT, 06831, United States
The March 20 event has been postponed to March 27
One of our favorite signs of spring at the Greenwich Audubon Center is the amazing aerial mating display of the American Woodcock! These woodland relatives of our sandpipers and shorebirds are truly spectacular acrobats who put on a mesmerizing performance against the twilight sky. Join us for a special evening program to look for these secretive shorebird relatives while looking and listening for other signs of spring from our Hawk Watch Lawn.
IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER FOR EITHER EVENING’S PROGRAM TICKETS WILL BE VALID FOR THE EVENING OF FAVORABLE WEATHER (March 13 & 20). IF BOTH DAYS HAVE INCLEMENT WEATHER OR LACK OF BIRDS DATES WILL BE MOVED TO FRIDAY MARCH 27
There will be no ticket sales at the door the night 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.
Recommended for ages 6 & up.
Program Fee: Tickets are $15 per person.
Please 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)
Pre-registration is required.
For questions, please contact Ryan MacLean at Ryan.MacLean@audubon.org or 203-930-1353.
Upon arrival please check in at the front desk and proceed to Kiernan Hall where our slide show will take place
Please note, by signing up for this event you are consenting to receive emails from Audubon about this program and our conservation work. You may opt-out of our emails at any time.

CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm: Bird ID Apps - Class and Walk
2026-03-21 10:00 - 12:00 | CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm, 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
Bird ID Apps: eBird & Merlin (Class & Walk)

March 21, 10 AM-Noon

Prepare for spring migration by learning to use two of the most popular birding apps: eBird and Merlin. Join Lori Lichtenauer in the Deer Pond Farm classroom for an introduction to eBird: what it is, how to use it, and how scientists benefit from it. Explore the Merlin Bird ID app to help identify birds by sight and sound. We will then hit the trails to use the apps in the field. Learn about the powerful contribution you can make to science research just by birding. All birding levels are welcome.

Please have apps installed on your phone prior to class.

Click here to register for the Bird ID Apps Program

Hartford Audubon Society: Woodcocks at Nod Brook
2026-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Nod Brook, 82 Hopmeadow St (Rt 10),, Simsbury, CT, United States
March 21, 2026 – Woodcocks at Nod Brook – Sat 7:15 pm
82 Hopmeadow St (Rt 10), Simsbury
Back of the first parking lot of the Tower Office Park
See the unique mating display or “sky dance” of the American Woodcock on a relatively short evening trip.
Short distance 0.25 mile – lasts about 1 hour after dusk. Must stand still/quiet while waiting for birds. Dress and layer for cold.
Brian Toal – BrianToal@SBCGlobal.net

New Haven Bird Club: Cheshire Hotspots
2026-03-22 08:00 - 11:00 | Cheshire, Route 68 access to Broad Brook Reservoir,, Cheshire, CT, United States
Field Trip – Cheshire Hotspots

March 22 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for an early spring exploration of several birding hotspots in Cheshire. Locations may include Broad Brook Reservoir to check for waterfowl, overwintering songbirds and raptors, and possible early arriving migrants; Riverbound Farm Sanctuary; and Boulder Knoll Open Space.
Meet at 894 S Meriden Road, Cheshire. We will carpool from there.
Leader: Melissa Baston, 860-995-0656 or mbaston@gmail.com

CT Audubon, Milford Point: Woodcock Walks
2026-03-24 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Eisenhower Park, 780 North St, Milford, CT, United States
Woodcock Walks:

Tuesday, March 24, 2026
6:30pm – 8:30pm

Friday, March 27, 2026
6:30pm – 8:30pm

Join us for an evening hike to find the elusive American Woodcock! This bird puts on a dazzling display during the breeding season and we are going to set off to try and see it in action. We’ll start with a discussion about their life cycle, then as the sun sets we’ll keep our eyes and ears out for the start of the show. Bring binoculars, a flashlight, and shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy (we’ll have a limited supply of binoculars to borrow). If the woodcocks prove stubborn, we’ll continue the hike to look for all manner of night life, from owls to Spring Peepers.
We will meet at Eisenhower Park in Milford. Once you enter the park, drive straight forward to the lower gravel parking lot, this is where we’ll be gathering. This program is appropriate for adults and children ages 6+.

Members: $15
Non-members: $20

Register here: Woodcock Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society

Menunkatuck Audubon: Raptor Quest Chasing America's Raptors
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Online, CT, United States
Scott Harris spent 17 months in pursuit of the 53 raptors that call the Lower 48 states home. Across 34 states, from -36 degree days to ones over 100 degrees, to just getting on the bird just in time, to the frustrations of missing one by minutes, Scott found all 53, along with a Bat Falcon, a Steller’s Sea Eagle, and an Eurasian Eagle Owl.
RaptorQuest, Chasing America’s Raptors, is about his adventures, misadventures, successes, and failures. It’s about the birds, of course, but it’s also about the people he met, the things he learned, and why he’s already working on his next adventure.
Scott and his wife, Randi, retired to South Carolina in March of 2020, a decision Scott will tell you was one of the best they had made in their 45 years of marriage. It was also when he first started birding – a hobby he never imagined himself participating in, but now can’t imagine living without.
Register to get Zoom link.

New Canaan Nature Center: Timberdoodling!
2026-03-26 18:15 - 19:45 | CT
NEW CANAAN NATURE CENTER:

Timberdoodling! (Adult Only Program)

Thursday, March 26 – 6:15pm – 7:45pm

Rain date March 27th

Come watch the love antics of the famed male Timberdoodle or American Woodcock as he “peents”, struts, and hurls himself into the sky, all to attract a mate. Bring binoculars, blankets, a picnic supper, and a tasty beverage, and we will travel to a nearby wet meadow with our Senior Naturalist, Frank Gallo to observe these would be Romeos strut their stuff!

Location will be sent upon registration

$35
Register Here

CT Audubon Deer Pond Farm: Bird Anatomy Basics
2026-03-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Online, CT, United States
Bird Anatomy Basics (via Zoom)

March 26, 7-8 PM

Birders are captivated by the song, flight patterns, and plumage of many birds. Enhance your birding experience with this simplified presentation on how birds have evolved. Learn about the incredible ways bird bodies have been shaped by their evolutionary history. Find out have been shaped by their evolutionary history. Find out how learning bird anatomy can help you hone your birding skills. Join avian expert Sanctuary Manager/Naturalist Lori Lichtenauer for this bird anatomy webinar via Zoom. Beginner-friendly class, all levels are welcome.

Click here to register for the Bird Anatomy Basics Program.

New Haven Bird Club: Edgewood Park
2026-03-28 08:00 - 11:00 | Edgewood Park, West Rock Ave, New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Field Trip – Edgewood Park, New Haven – Chris Howe and DeWitt Allen

March 28 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

An early spring walk at this urban park with varied habitat including woodlands, fields, streams, and ponds. Wood Duck, Hooded Merganser, Kingfisher, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, and Brown Creeper are all possible. Walking is easy and flat with one dirt path through a wooded area. Total distance is approximately 2.5 miles.
Meet at the Edgewood Park parking lot next to the tennis courts, entrance off West Rock Avenue, just south of Whalley Avenue, New Haven.
Leaders: Chris Howe, 203-530-1066 or clhowe2@yahoo.com; DeWitt Allen, 860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com

Hartford Audubon Society: Field Trip to Sachuest Point, RI
2026-03-28 08:30 - 17:00 | 769 Sachuest Point Road, Middletown, RI, 769 Sachuest Point Road, Middletown, RI, United States
March 28, 2026 – Sachuest Point, RI -Sat 8:30 am
769 Sachuest Point Rd, Middletown, RI
Meet at the Sachuest Point Visitor Center parking lot
View Harlequin Ducks and seabirds that are hard to see in CT. We will also visit Trustom Pond, Ninigret, and locations showing rarities. Level walking on shoreline trail about 2-3 miles. Dress warmly and bring a lunch.
Jon Ward – jward88787@aol.com – 860-416-3958

CT Audubon, Birdcraft: Family Day - All About Owls
2026-03-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Birdcraft Sanctuary, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT, 06824, United States
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Drop in from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

From the Great Horned Owl to the tiny Saw-whet Owl, Connecticut is home all sizes and shapes of Owl! Join us to build and decorate your own recycled wood Owl model to take home. For kids up to 10 years accompanied by a participating adult.

Fee (per model kit): Members $13, Non-members $15.
Pre-registration required. Please register here.

Please wear art-appropriate clothing and footwear. This program is held at the Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT 06824.
