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May 25-26, Sat-Sun 2 days Contact Peter for arrangements. Bird Saturday in the Cooperstown and Oneonta areas of Otsego County. On Sunday, bird the marsh at Bashakill WMA and Doodletown Road in Bear Mountain State Park. Peter Stephan stephraf@aol.com 860-729-8374 T
Sunday, May 26 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Located in Goshen, Connecticut Audubon Society’s Richard G. Croft Memorial Preserve is within one of the largest continual forest blocks in the state. The fantastic mix of habitats found throughout is home to uncommon and rare breeding species, including Ruffed Grouse and American Goshawk. This property is ... Read more
Join Fran Zygmont for a beginner bird walk. No experience necessary. Fran will go over some of the basics about bird watching and share his knowledge about what to look and listen for. There will be ample opportunity to ask questions and to see a variety of birds. Meet at the White Memorial museum parking ... Read more
SUNDAY, MAY 26 AT 8 A.M. We will explore Boston Hollow in Ashford, with its northern forest feel. Expect to see Blackburnian and Canada Warblers, Winter Wrens, and Northern Waterthrush, to name a few. We will stay on the road to bird. Limited to 16 participants. Fee: $20 CAS members; $30 non-members.
EARLY MORNING BIRD WALKS - TUESDAYS IN APRIL AND MAY AT 8 A.M. Join Andy on one or more of these early morning walks. He will point out various species of birds to you. There are hundreds of acres of protected land to visit. Wear drab colored clothing. Bring binoculars and, if you have one, ... Read more
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 7:30–11 a.m. Join Pat Leahy for a walk on protected Regional Water Authority property in Woodbridge. Swallows, bluebirds, many other resident birds, and possible late migrants. Some mild slopes on a well-maintained road. Meet at Lake Chamberlain Regional Water Authority parking area on Sperry Road south of Morris Road, Bethany. We ... Read more
Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset 8:00 am - 11:00 am 907 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 Join Jerry and Co. for a small group Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset, one of Connecticut’s premier birding “hot spots”. Hammonasset Beach State Park here in Madison is widely regarded as one of the ... Read more
BIRDS IN YOUR GARDEN Not only is trumpet honeysuckle a hummingbird magnet, its nectar also attracts orioles and pollinating insects. May 29, 2024, 10 a.m. to Noon at Deer Pond Farm $10 for members, $20 for non-members Join us at Deer Pond Farm for a presentation on Birds in Your Garden. Master gardener and Deer Pond ... Read more
THURSDAY, MAY 30 AT 8 A.M. Nesting Hooded, Prairie, and Worm-eating Warblers and Scarlet Tanager are a few of the expected birds at this Connecticut Audubon Society preserve in Montville. Limited to 8 participants. Fee: $20 CAS members, $30 non-members.
FRIDAY, MAY 31 AT 8 A.M. This is a new Wyndham Land Trust preserve. Expect to see Black-throated Blue and Canada Warblers, and Broad-winged Hawk. Limited to 8 participants. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.
FIRST WEEKEND IN JUNE 2024: JUNE 1-2, 2024 Woodbury-Roxbury. Contact: Russ Naylor, 44 Church St., Woodbury, CT 06798; 203 841-7779. (both June 1 and 2, but June 2 preferred). SECOND WEEKEND: JUNE 8-9, 2024. Greenwich-Stamford. Contact: Thomas Burke, 235 Highland Rd., Rye, NY 10580; 914 967-4922, thomaswardburke@gmail.com, and Gary Palmer, 34 Field ... Read more
FIRST WEEKEND IN JUNE 2024: JUNE 1-2, 2024 Woodbury-Roxbury. Contact: Russ Naylor, 44 Church St., Woodbury, CT 06798; 203 841-7779. (both June 1 and 2, but June 2 preferred). SECOND WEEKEND: JUNE 8-9, 2024. Greenwich-Stamford. Contact: Thomas Burke, 235 Highland Rd., Rye, NY 10580; 914 967-4922, thomaswardburke@gmail.com, and Gary Palmer, 34 Field ... Read more
Greetings, fellow birders! If you are not yet a member, please consider joining COA, the Connecticut Ornithological Association. We are an all-volunteer, statewide organization completely dedicated to birding and birders in CT. We are citizen scientists. We are major contributors and supporters of such statewide birding activities as the CT Bird Atlas. We offer several ... Read more
Nothing should get in the way of adventure. https://gis.audubon.org/Birdability The lack of accessibility of public spaces has long barred individuals with impaired mobility from fully participating in birding and other outdoor activities. What’s worse is that the burden of ensuring the accessibility of a trail or birding site typically falls to the individual. Audubon believes ... Read more
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Connecticut Audubon’s Bafflin Sanctuary Saturday, June 1 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Experience the rural beauty of Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner” as we visit the Center at Pomfret, which serves as the gateway to the adjoining 700-acre Bafflin Sanctuary with its vast rolling meadows, forest, stream, and fertile grassland habitats. Bring a picnic lunch and binoculars, ... Read more
6/1/2024 7 am – 9-10 am 990 Main St, South Windsor Corner of Newberry Rd and Main St Park along road near 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 is recommended. Mostly ... Read more
June 1, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 10:30 am Join nationally-recognized wildlife artist and birder Mike DiGiorgio for a walk to look for resident and migrating songbirds. We’ll explore the fields, gardens and woodland trails. Birders of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Meet at the Community Gardens parking area, 257 Copse Road, Madison. Leader: Mike ... Read more
Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset 8:00 am - 11:00 am 907 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 Join Jerry and Co. for a small group Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset, one of Connecticut’s premier birding “hot spots”. Hammonasset Beach State Park here in Madison is widely regarded as one of the ... Read more
Enjoy a guided birding walk led by members of Mattabeseck Audubon Society, a local chapter of the National Audubon Society. We are celebrating our 50th year in 2024. Expect to see and hear multiple species of birds in all of their breeding glory. We will have 10 pairs of binoculars to borrow. The walk will ... Read more
June 2, 2024 @ 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 ... Read more
CT State Trails Day Family Bird walk -- TIME AND LOCATION CHANGE: 7:30 am, Sunday, June 2, Sun, Wind and Woodlands Preserve, Canton. Join HAS leader and science teacher Sarah Faulkner for a 1-2 hour beginner’s birdwalk for families on the Canton Land Trust's beautiful Sun, Wind, and Woodlands Preserve. You’ll be introduced to birdwatching, learn to ... Read more
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. ... Read more
June 5, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Greg Hanisek, one of the best birders in the state, will lead the walk 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. Meet at the entrance to Mohawk Mountain ... Read more
Early Morning Walks at Bristow Sanctuary Wednesday, May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & June 5th – Bristow Bird Sanctuary All walks are from 8:30-10:00 Bristow Sanctuary 47 Old Stamford Road New Canaan, CT Parking at Mead Park This is an easy walk in of early signs of Spring along the improved trails. This ... Read more
New York's Adirondacks (June 6-9): For the first time since 2013, we're heading back to the Adirondacks! Home to Boreal Chickadee, Canada Jay, and nearly 20 species of warblers, early summer in the north is full of birdsong. We'll also target Bicknell's Thrush, a high-elevation specialty that only breeds in the Northeast! Leader: Matt Bell. Fee: ... Read more
Wednesday, May 10th, 17th & June 7th – New Canaan Nature Center All walks are from 8:30-10:00 New Canaan Nature Center 144 Oeonoke Ridge Road New Canaan, CT Parking in the lower lot. This is an easy walk in of early signs of Spring along the improved trails. This is a great place to ... Read more
June 8, 2024 - June 9, 2024 This is 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 and other information, contact Steve Mayo. Meet at various points. Coordinator Steve Mayo, 203-551-1707, scmayo999@gmail.com
FIRST WEEKEND IN JUNE 2024: JUNE 1-2, 2024 Woodbury-Roxbury. Contact: Russ Naylor, 44 Church St., Woodbury, CT 06798; 203 841-7779. (both June 1 and 2, but June 2 preferred). SECOND WEEKEND: JUNE 8-9, 2024. Greenwich-Stamford. Contact: Thomas Burke, 235 Highland Rd., Rye, NY 10580; 914 967-4922, thomaswardburke@gmail.com, and Gary Palmer, 34 Field ... Read more
June 8-9, 2024 Bird Count Circle 7.5-mile radius from Old State House Join Hartford Audubon members as we participate in the annual Summer Bird Count. Species and numbers are counted on this two-day tally within our Christmas Count circle. Bird one day or both and help collect breeding bird data and track species trends for ... Read more
Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset 8:00 am - 11:00 am 907 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 Join Jerry and Co. for a small group Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset, one of Connecticut’s premier birding “hot spots”. Hammonasset Beach State Park here in Madison is widely regarded as one of the ... Read more
6/8/2024 8 am – 10 am 298 Tunxis Ave, Bloomfield, CT 06002 Meet at first parking lot. This area has 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 ... Read more
Salmon River has a surprising amount of biodiversity. Customize trip length to your own schedule—a few hours or whole day. Meet at the East Haddam boat launch site (±8:30-8:45 a.m.) and paddle to Leesville dam. Bring canoe or kayak, and your lunch. Call Larry Cyrulik for details 860-342-4785 or Pat Rasch 860-635-1880.
6/11/2024 Starting at 6 pm Join us for a bird walk and the company of our members to kick off the summer! A bird walk will be held at 5:00 when we hope to see Orchard Orioles, Indigo Buntings, and Eastern Bluebirds. The picnic dinner will begin at 6:00. BYO dinner, utensils, your place setting, ... Read more
For a relatively small state, Connecticut is blessed with two of the nation's largest and most biologically significant estuaries — places where salty ocean water mixes with freshwater. The Connecticut River and Long Island Sound estuaries are two of the planet's most productive ecosystems, and these are no hidden treasures. International groups have long recognized ... Read more
June 12, 2024 @ 7:30 am - 11:00 am Join Pat Leahy for a walk on protected Regional Water Authority property in Woodbridge. Views of the lake and dam, some wetlands and lakeside forest. Walking is not strenuous and on a well-maintained road. Meet at Lake Chamberlain Regional Water Authority parking area on Sperry Road south of ... Read more
FIRST WEEKEND IN JUNE 2024: JUNE 1-2, 2024 Woodbury-Roxbury. Contact: Russ Naylor, 44 Church St., Woodbury, CT 06798; 203 841-7779. (both June 1 and 2, but June 2 preferred). SECOND WEEKEND: JUNE 8-9, 2024. Greenwich-Stamford. Contact: Thomas Burke, 235 Highland Rd., Rye, NY 10580; 914 967-4922, thomaswardburke@gmail.com, and Gary Palmer, 34 Field ... Read more
Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset 8:00 am - 11:00 am 907 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 Join Jerry and Co. for a small group Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset, one of Connecticut’s premier birding “hot spots”. Hammonasset Beach State Park here in Madison is widely regarded as one of the ... Read more
Connecticut Lakes, New Hampshire (June 17-21) Visit the headwaters of the Connecticut River, and stay in a secluded lakeside lodge. We've added a day to this popular trip, in order to allow even more exploration and relaxation. Enjoy kayaking across the 1st Connecticut Lake, and fall asleep to the sounds of loons. Fee: $1,798. Members: $1,498.
FIRST WEEKEND IN JUNE 2024: JUNE 1-2, 2024 Woodbury-Roxbury. Contact: Russ Naylor, 44 Church St., Woodbury, CT 06798; 203 841-7779. (both June 1 and 2, but June 2 preferred). SECOND WEEKEND: JUNE 8-9, 2024. Greenwich-Stamford. Contact: Thomas Burke, 235 Highland Rd., Rye, NY 10580; 914 967-4922, thomaswardburke@gmail.com, and Gary Palmer, 34 Field ... Read more
Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset 8:00 am - 11:00 am 907 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 Join Jerry and Co. for a small group Saturday Spring Migration Bird Walk at Hammonasset, one of Connecticut’s premier birding “hot spots”. Hammonasset Beach State Park here in Madison is widely regarded as one of the ... Read more
Greetings, fellow birders! If you are not yet a member, please consider joining COA, the Connecticut Ornithological Association. We are an all-volunteer, statewide organization completely dedicated to birding and birders in CT. We are citizen scientists. We are major contributors and supporters of such statewide birding activities as the CT Bird Atlas. We offer several ... Read more
Nothing should get in the way of adventure. https://gis.audubon.org/Birdability The lack of accessibility of public spaces has long barred individuals with impaired mobility from fully participating in birding and other outdoor activities. What’s worse is that the burden of ensuring the accessibility of a trail or birding site typically falls to the individual. Audubon believes ... Read more
BirdNote Daily is a two-minute radio show that combines rich sounds with engaging stories, to illustrate the amazing lives of birds and give listeners a momentary respite from the news of the day. See https://www.birdnote.org/listen/birdnote-daily