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Field Trip – Second Wednesday Walk: Sherwood Island State Park, Westport – Tina Green January 8, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am at Sherwood Island State Park Join a midweek trip (on the Second Wednesday!) to this outstanding Long Island Sound birding spot. We check for loons, grebes, goldeneye, and other sea ducks. The fields are a good ... Read more
Field Trip – Milford Hotspots in Winter – Frank Mantlik Meet at Milford Commuter Lot exit 35 We’ll look for waterbirds and fowl including Long-tailed Ducks, scoters, and loons, as well as shorebirds, gulls, and raptors as we visit Milford hotspots that will likely include Milford Point, Mondo Ponds, and Caswell Cove. Dress warmly ... Read more
Jan 18 Cape Ann & Newburyport, MA Sat 2 days Contact Fran or Wendy at least one week in advance for details. Barrow's Goldeneye, Snowy Owl, Alcids, sea ducks, and northern rarities are the targets of this perennial favorite trip. Be prepared for severe cold and windy weather and hope for moderate temps. Contact leader ... Read more
Harlequins of Newport Thursday, January 23 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Harlequin Duck, the fashion plate of the winter seas, is a rare sight in Connecticut. However, travelers are nearly guaranteed to see more than a few at Sachuest Point in Rhode Island, where a large percentage of the dwindling North American population spends the ... Read more
Jan 25 Hartford County Boat Launch Tour Sat 7:30 am12 South River St, EnfieldDonald Barnes Boat LaunchThis is a morning tour of eight area boat launches, from Enfield to Rocky Hill. It will last until approximately 11am. Dress warmly and bring a scope if you like. Bad weather may cancel the trip. Paul Cianfaglione pgcianfaglione@gmail.com ... Read more
