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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T090000
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Shorebird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Shorebird Walk \n\nSaturday\, August 15\, 2026\n9:00am – 11:00am \n\n\nBarn Island Wildlife Management Area\nStonington\, CT \nMembers: $13\nNon-members: $18 \n\n\nThe largest coastal wildlife management area in Connecticut\, Barn Island’s diverse mix of coastal forests and salt marshes spans over 1000 acres\, attracting a huge diversity of species. We’ll search for shorebirds\, wading birds\, and late summer migrants in one of the best spots along the coast. Walk will be approximately 1-1.5 miles on level dirt and grassy terrain. Exposure to sun\, heat\, and wind\, depending on weather. No restrooms on site.\n \nRegister here:  Shorebird Walk | Aug 15\, 9:00am – 11:00am | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-rtp-estuary-center-shorebird-walk-august-15-2026/
LOCATION:Barn Island Wildlife Management Area\, Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T172040Z
CREATED:20260520T173748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T172040Z
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SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Shorebird Sit
DESCRIPTION:Shorebird Sit\n\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026\n9:00am – 11:00am \nGreat Island Boat Launch\nOld Lyme\, CT\, 06371 \nMembers: $13\nNon-members: $18 \n\n\nA bird sit involves little to no walking\, instead focusing on a single location and letting the birds come to you! We’ll search for migrating birds passing by the mouth of the Connecticut River\, overlooking Great Island. \n\n\nExposure to sun\, heat\, and wind possible depending on weather. No restrooms on site.\n \nRegister here:  Shorebird Sit | Aug 8\, 9:00am – 11:00am | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-rtp-estuary-center-shorebird-sit-august-8-2026/
LOCATION:Great Island Boat Launch\, Old Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T171332Z
CREATED:20260520T172827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T171332Z
UID:10009469-1785576600-1785582000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Family Shorebird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Family Shorebird Walk\n\n\nSaturday\, August 1\, 2026\n9:30am – 11:00am \nHarkness Memorial State Park\nWaterford \, CT\, 06385 \nMembers: $10\nNon-Members: $15\nChildren Ages 12 and Under: $5 \n\n\nMid-summer is a great time to look for shorebirds\, as many species are already starting their southbound migration. Join us as we search for shorebirds and more at one of the best parks in southeastern CT. Suitable for ages 5 and up. \n\n\nThe walk will be approximately .75 – 1 miles on mostly level dirt\, grass\, and sandy terrain. Exposure to heat and wind possible depending on the weather. Restrooms on site.\n \n\n\n\n\n Register here:  Family Shorebird Walk | Aug 1\, 9:30am – 11:00am | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-rtp-estuary-center-family-shorebird-walk-august-1-2026/
LOCATION:Harkness Memorial State Park\, 275 Great Neck Rd.\, Waterford\,\, CT\, 06385\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260716T164545Z
CREATED:20260715T201155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T164545Z
UID:10009497-1784365200-1784372400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon RTP Estuary Center: Summer Birds and Flora of Pratt Cove
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 18\, 2026\n9:00am – 11:00am\nPratt Cove\nDeep River\, CT\, 06417\nMembers: $13\nNon-members: $18\n\n\n \nAs we walk the mostly level trails on the preserved lands of the Nature Conservancy and the Deep River Land Trust\, this two-hour program will focus on exploring the bird life of this freshwater tidal wetland. We’ll scan the marsh for waders\, waterfowl and raptors and search the woodland margins for thrushes\, vireos\, woodpeckers\, and more. Selected wildflowers and other flora will be pointed out as well.\nNo restrooms on site. \n \nRegister here:  Summer Birds and Flora of Pratt Cove | Jul 18\, 9:00am – 11:00am | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-summer-birds-and-flora-of-pratt-cove-july-18-2026/
LOCATION:Pratt Cove\, Essex\, Essex\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T103000
DTSTAMP:20260619T193452Z
CREATED:20260617T154854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T193452Z
UID:10009482-1782550800-1782556200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon RTP Estuary Center: Family Wetland Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\n9:00am – 10:30am \nFenwick\nOld Saybrook\, CT \nMembers: $10\nNon-Members: $15\nChildren Ages 12 and Under: $5 \n\n\n \n\nWetlands hold some of the most fascinating birds\, from egrets and herons to Osprey and eagles\, and summer is the best time to see the most diversity. Join us on this family friendly outing as we search Crab Creek and the surrounding wetlands for some of summer’s best birds! \nWalk will be approximately 1 mile on level paved\, dirt\, and grassy terrain. Exposure to sun\, heat and wind possible depending on the weather. No restrooms on site. \n\n \nRegister here:  Family Wetland Bird Walk | Jun 27\, 9:00am – 10:30am | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-family-wetland-bird-walk-june-27-2026/
LOCATION:Fenwick\, Old Saybrook\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20251129T002315Z
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UID:10009067-1781344800-1781352000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon RTP Estuary Center: Planting for Birds
DESCRIPTION:RTP Estuary Center:  Planting For Birds\n\n\n \n\nWinter Session – Saturday\, December 13; 10 am – 12 p.m.\nSpring Session – Saturday\, March 14; 10 am – 12 p.m.\nSummer Session – Saturday\, June 13; 10 am – 12 p.m.\nFall Session – Saturday\, September 12; 10 am – 12 p.m.\n \nWhile 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.\n \n\nClick here to learn about each session!\n \n$20 for members/$25 for non-members for individual sessions\n$75 for members/$95 for non-members for all four sessions\n \nRegister Here for All Four Sessions\n \nRegister Here for a Single Session
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-rtp-estuary-center-planting-for-birds/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center\, 100 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T161116Z
CREATED:20260520T171037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T161116Z
UID:10009468-1780509600-1780513200@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Nesting Basics Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Nesting Basics Webinar\n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 3\, 2026\n6:00pm – 7:00pm\nZoom\nFree to Attend\nSuggested donation $10\n\n\n\n\nEarly summer can be a quieter time for birding\, as many species are breeding and nesting and prefer not to draw attention to themselves or their chicks. Discovering a nest or observing parent birds’ nesting behaviors is always a thrill. In this webinar\, Conservation & Education Coordinator Joe Attwater will explore the different types\, sizes\, and shapes of nests\, discuss how they’re built\, and highlight nesting behaviors and specific nests to look for in Connecticut this summer.\n\n\n\nRegister here:  Nesting Basics Webinar | Jun 3\, 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society\
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/ct-audubon-rtp-estuary-center-nesting-basics-webinar-june-3-2026/
LOCATION:Online\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Free,Online,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T004300Z
CREATED:20260317T174612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T004300Z
UID:10009378-1780149600-1780156800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Shorebird Sit
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30\, 2026\n2:00pm – 4:00pm  \nGreat Island Boat Launch\nOld Lyme\, CT  \nA bird sit involves little to no walking\, instead focusing on a single location and letting the birds come to you! We’ll search for migrating birds passing by the mouth of the Connecticut River\, overlooking Great Island. Exposure to sun\, heat\, and wind possible depending on weather. No restrooms on site.  \nMembers: $13\nNon-members: $18  \nRegister here: Shorebird Sit – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-shorebird-sit-2/
LOCATION:Great Island Boat Launch\, Old Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000
DTSTAMP:20260510T003658Z
CREATED:20260317T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T003658Z
UID:10009384-1780131600-1780138800@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #7
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30\, 2026\n9:00am – 11:00am \nMcCulloch Family Open Space\nOld Lyme\, CT \nWith abundant wetlands and open forests\, McCulloch is a haven for migrating songbirds. Warblers sing from the trees\, while ducks and herons feed from the pond. The walk will be approximately 1 mile on level dirt and grassy terrain. No restrooms on site. \nMembers: $13\nNon-members: $18 \nRegister here: Spring Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-spring-bird-walk-7/
LOCATION:McColluch Family Open Space\, 84-56 Whippoorwill Rd\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T180000
DTSTAMP:20260329T010913Z
CREATED:20260317T182007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T010913Z
UID:10009383-1779814800-1779818400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #6
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 26\, 2026\n5:00pm – 6:00pm \nThe Millrace\nEssex\, CT \nWinding along the Falls River\, this easy hike holds a surprising diversity of habitats that attract a wide array of species\, from wetlands and brushy areas to upland forests. The walk will be approximately 1 mile out and back on level dirt terrain. No restrooms on site. \nMembers: $5\nNon-members: $10\n\nRegister here:  Spring Bird Walk | May 26\, 5:00pm – 6:00pm | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-spring-bird-walk-6/
LOCATION:The Millrace\, Essex\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T001907Z
CREATED:20260317T174026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T001907Z
UID:10009377-1779543000-1779548400@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Family Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 23\, 2026\n1:30pm – 3:00pm  \nClark Community Park\nOld Saybrook\, CT  \nSpring is a great time to learn about birds\, as many species are singing away and in brighter plumage. Join us as we look and listen for birds in the diverse habitats of Clark Park. Suitable for ages 5 and up. The walk will be approximately .75 – 1 miles on mostly level dirt terrain. Restrooms on site.  \nMembers: $10\nNon-Members: $15\nChildren Ages 12 and under: $5 \nRegister here: Family Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-family-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:Clark Community Park\, Old Saybrook\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260510T000732Z
CREATED:20260317T181522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T000732Z
UID:10009382-1779526800-1779534000@www.ctbirding.org
SUMMARY:CT Audubon\, RTP Estuary Center: Spring Bird Walk #5
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 23\, 2026\n9:00am – 11:00am \nGoodwin Natural Area\nNew London\, CT \nSituated along the Thames River\, the Arboretum provides an urban oasis for migrating songbirds with its diverse habitats. We’ll look for the songbirds singing from the forests\, swallows foraging over the pond and wetlands\, and more. The walk will be approximately 1-1.5 miles on level dirt and grassy terrain. No restrooms on site.\nFree for CT Audubon & Arboretum member \nMembers of CT Audubon Society or Connecticut College Arboretum: $0\nNon-members: $10 \nRegister here: Spring Bird Walk – The Connecticut Audubon Society
URL:https://www.ctbirding.org/eventcal/rtp-estuary-center-spring-bird-walk-5/
LOCATION:Goodwin Natural Area\, New London\, United States
CATEGORIES:CT Audubon,Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center,Walk
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