Connecticut Ornithological Association | COA

CT Audubon, RTP Estuary Center: Swallow Paddle
2026-09-08 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Connecticut River, Old Lyme, Connecticut River, Old Lyme, CT, United States
Swallow Paddle:

Tuesday, September 8, 2026
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Old Lyme, CT
Members: $25
Non-members: $35

Every September along the lower Connecticut River in Old Lyme, one of the greatest avian spectacles in North America occurs. Thousands of Tree Swallows congregate around sunset from miles away, swirling in synchronized flight before dropping to roost among the reeds for the night. The best way to see it is from a boat on the river, where you’ll be surrounded by swallows flying over the water.
Each participant must provide their own kayak or canoe and PFD. Open to ages 16 and up. Part of the paddle may occur after dark, so a light for your person or watercraft is encouraged.

To register: Swallow Paddle | Sep 8, 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon, RTP Estuary Center: Swallow Paddle
2026-09-16 17:30 - 19:30
Swallow Paddle:

Old Lyme, CT
Members: $25
Non-members: $35

Every September along the lower Connecticut River in Old Lyme, one of the greatest avian spectacles in North America occurs. Thousands of Tree Swallows congregate around sunset from miles away, swirling in synchronized flight before dropping to roost among the reeds for the night. The best way to see it is from a boat on the river, where you’ll be surrounded by swallows flying over the water. We’ll launch a kayak or canoe, and paddle up river to the roosting sight.

Each participant must provide their own kayak or canoe and PFD. Open to ages 16 and up. Part of the paddle may occur after dark, so a light for your person or watercraft is encouraged.

to register: Swallow Paddle | Sep 16, 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon, RTP Estuary Center: Swallow Paddle
2026-09-22 17:30 - 19:30
Swallow Paddle:

Old Lyme, CT
Members: $25
Non-members: $35

Every September along the lower Connecticut River in Old Lyme, one of the greatest avian spectacles in North America occurs. Thousands of Tree Swallows congregate around sunset from miles away, swirling in synchronized flight before dropping to roost among the reeds for the night. The best way to see it is from a boat on the river, where you’ll be surrounded by swallows flying over the water.
Each participant must provide their own kayak or canoe and PFD. Open to ages 16 and up. Limited to 12 participants. Part of the paddle may occur after dark, so a light for your person or watercraft is encouraged.

Swallow Paddle | Sep 22, 5:30pm | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society

CT Audubon, RTP Estuary Center: Swallow Paddle
2026-09-24 17:30 - 19:30
Swallow Paddle:

Thursday, September 24, 2026
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Old Lyme, CT
Members: $25
Non-members: $35

Every September along the lower Connecticut River in Old Lyme, one of the greatest avian spectacles in North America occurs. Thousands of Tree Swallows congregate around sunset from miles away, swirling in synchronized flight before dropping to roost among the reeds for the night. The best way to see it is from a boat on the river, where you’ll be surrounded by swallows flying over the water.
Each participant must provide their own kayak or canoe and PFD. Open to ages 16 and up. Limited to 12 participants. Part of the paddle may occur after dark, so a light for your person or watercraft is encouraged.

To register: Swallow Paddle | Sep 24, 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RTP Estuary Center | The Connecticut Audubon Society
