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Woodcock Watches Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:45 P.M. Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 6:45 P.M. Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. Andy Rzeznikiewicz will bring you to see displaying American Woodcock. They do their courtship flights just before dark. It is very important that you do not ... Read more
Lights Out Connecticut Lecture - The Wonders and Perils of Bird Migration Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Explore the awe-inspiring phenomenon of bird migration. Discover the incredible diversity of species that grace our skies during spring migration. Gain insight into the behaviors, routes, and challenges faced by migratory birds and why safe stopover sites ... Read more
Woodcock Watches Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:45 P.M. Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 6:45 P.M. Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. Andy Rzeznikiewicz will bring you to see displaying American Woodcock. They do their courtship flights just before dark. It is very important that you do not ... Read more
Lights Out Connecticut Lecture The Effects of Light Pollution on Birds, Wildlife, and Humans Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Our state is located along the Atlantic Flyway, so many birds use our shoreline and green spaces to rest and refuel during their trip north. Artificial light emitted by houses, buildings, streetlights, bridges, and other ... Read more
Virginia Rail Walk Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 6 P.M. Our goal is to hear and observe a Virginia Rail. We will also see what other birds are around. Limited to 12 participants. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.
Beginners Bird Walk Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 8 A.M. If you are new to bird watching, this is a good weekend to start! Some of the colorful, spring birds are back and the leaves aren’t out yet. Expect to see Yellow, Blue-winged, and Black-and-white Warblers. Limited to 10 participants. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.
Freidman Forest Bird Walk Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8 A.M. We’ll explore this fantastic Joshua’s Trust preserve. We are likely to see a Great Blue Heron rookery, and Cerulean and Worm-eating Warblers! Limited to nine participants. Fee: $20 CAS members; $30 non-members.
Mother’s Day Bird Walk Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 8 A.M. Bring along your mother or grandmother and join Andy Rzeznikiewicz to find returning birds. It’s the peak of spring migration! There are many beautiful birds to see and enjoy, including Bobolink and Scarlet Tanager. Limited to 12 participants. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non- members; mothers free!
Gellert Preserve Bird Walk Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 8 A.M. This Wyndham Land Trust preserve has a variety of habitats including fields, shrublands, and woodlands. Expect to find Prairie and Blue-winged Warblers, Indigo Bunting, and Scarlet Tanager. Limited to 10 participants. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.
20 Warbler Day Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6 A.M. to 2 P.M. We are going to attempt to find 20 species of warblers in one day during the peak of warbler migration. We will travel to numerous locations in our search. This is our 16th year doing this program. We have found as many ... Read more
Trail Wood Bird Walk Friday, May 16, 2025 at 8 A.M. Hike the paths of this Connecticut Audubon Society preserve in Hampton. We expect to find Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Bunting, Veery, Blue-winged and Chestnut-sided Warblers. Limited to eight participants. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.
Long Pond Bird Walk Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 8 A.M. This Wyndham Land Trust preserve in Thompson, CT, just south of Webster Lake, has varied habitat. Expect to see Brown Thrasher, Prairie Warbler, Scarlet Tanager, and various migrants. Limited to 10 participants. Fee: $10 CAS members; $20 non-members.
