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Cape May is one of the most well known East Coast birding destinations. We will go to some well-known and not-so-well-known birding sites throughout the county and stop at the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge on the way home to net around 130 species. On past trips, we have seen some great birds and had some great ... Read more
Field Trip – Branford Supply Ponds – Maria Stockmal October 20 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am This a good time to look for fall and early winter migrants. There can be quite a mix seeing Baltimore Oriole, Pine Warbler, American Coot, Common Raven, Winter Wren, Fox Sparrow, and Red-shouldered Hawk. The Supply Ponds Preserve offers two ... Read more
Field Trip – Fresh Meadows Preserve, Cheshire – Corrie Folsom-O’Keefe (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) October 20 @ 8:00 am - 11:30 am NOTE: This date is a change from the yearbook! Cheshire Land Trust’s Fresh Meadows Preserve includes a variety of habitats that appeal to a wide variety of bird species looking for a place to rest and refuel ... Read more
Field Trip – Fargeorge Wildlife Preserve; joint trip with Gather New Haven (formerly the New Haven Land Trust) – Mike Horn October 26 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am This is a joint trip with Gather New Haven (formerly the New Haven Land Trust). Quinnipiac Meadows Eugene B. Fargeorge Preserve, a varied habitat with excellent views of ... Read more
Field Trip – Farm River Trolley Trail with Friends of Farm River – Mike Horn October 27 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am We walk the Trolley Museum tracks through several productive habitats. A great trip for migrating raptors plus salt marsh and woodland birds. Meet in the rear parking of the Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 ... Read more
Field Trip – Lake Dawson, Woodbridge – Pat Leahy November 2 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Join Pat Leahy for a walk on protected Regional Water Authority property in Woodbridge. We will see fall migrants and winter residents. Some mild slopes on a well-maintained road. Meet at Lake Chamberlain Regional Water Authority parking area on Sperry ... Read more
Join us as we explore one of Stamford CT's best coastal birding locations. Cove Island Park has been designated a state Important Bird Area for its variety of coastal, thicket, and woodland habitat that makes it home to an incredible variety of both resident and migrant bird species. The coast of Long Island Sound provides ... Read more
Field Trip – Cheshire Hotspots – Steve Broker and Melissa Baston November 3 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Bird several hotspots in the Town of Cheshire, including Broad Brook Reservoir and Fresh Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary. Broad Brook Reservoir annually hosts 200-400 Ruddy Ducks in fall, one of the highest concentrations of this diving duck in the ... Read more
Field Trip – First Wednesday Walk: Sherwood Island State Park, Westport – Tina Green November 6 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Join a midweek trip to this outstanding Long Island Sound birding spot. We check for loons, grebes, goldeneye, and other sea ducks. The fields are a good place to look for Snow Buntings, Horned Larks, ... Read more
November 7 – 10, 2024 Four Days! Located just off the coast of Massachusetts, this island offers an unspoiled charm probably best exemplified by its many scenic beaches, varying from protected, shallow, clear–water stretches on the northern and eastern sides to expanses of rumbling surf along the south side. The coastal sand plain ecosystem found ... Read more
DelMarVa Peninsula - 6 days Delaware, Maryland and VirginiaContact Peter for arrangements Visit Bombay Hook, Chincoteague and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuges as well as Ocean City, Elliot’s Pond, Indian River Inlet and possibly Prime Hook NWR. These are all top birding spots in this area. Because of the extended length of the trip this year, you ... Read more
Field Trip – First Wednesday Walk: Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison – Jerry Connolly December 4 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am At any time of year, Hammonasset is a true gem. Enjoy a mid-week trip to explore this birding hotspot for fall migrants. The varied habitat attracts shorebirds, waterfowl, raptors, and songbirds. Meet outside the park ... Read more
