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In person and online via Zoom Join us for an evening of LEARNING & ACTION as we kick off our first Lights Out Connecticut Action Meeting. Find out how YOU can help our feathered friends fly safely through our state. During this event, you will learn about our statewide strategy to turn off excess lights ... Read more
Wednesday, September 28, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM on Zoom Millions of birds pass through Connecticut every spring and fall on their way to and from their summer nesting grounds. Because our state is located along the Atlantic Flyway, many birds use our shorelines and green spaces to rest and refuel during their trip. Some also stay for ... Read more
Match your wits and birding abilities at this bird-themed trivia night fundraiser featuring fun bird facts, visual IDs, & questionable bird sounds. The winning team will take home a $25 gift certificate to The Fat Robin Wild Bird & Nature Shop. Order beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks from the Best Video bar. All ticket sales ... Read more
Craig Repasz, COA's Conservation Committee chair and past president of the New Haven Bird Club, will tell us about Lights Out CT! a campaign to help protect migrating birds from crashing into buildings at night. Why Lights Out? Most migratory birds pass over our state at night when temperatures are cooler and skies are less ... Read more
In the 2023 session the Connecticut State General Assembly and the Governor took a major step to protect migratory birds in Connecticut by passing and signing the “Lights Out Bill” (Act 23-143). This bill which requires that State building turn off unnecessary lighting between 11 pm and 6 am, moved unanimously through the Environment Committee, ... Read more
Join us on April 12-13 for a special Living Bird-Friendly series exploring four important areas of bird-friendly living: eliminating window collisions, decreasing light pollution, planting native plants & flowers, and following bird-friendly pest control strategies. Learn how to make your home safer and more inviting for birds. JOIN US Each session will feature a ... Read more
Join us on April 12-13 for a special Living Bird-Friendly series exploring four important areas of bird-friendly living: eliminating window collisions, decreasing light pollution, planting native plants & flowers, and following bird-friendly pest control strategies. Learn how to make your home safer and more inviting for birds. JOIN US Each session will feature a ... Read more
