From forest to shrubland to meadows, the Bent has various important habitats for critical bird species. During this guided hike we will learn about the habitats we visit and how they support our birds. Themed Monthly Hikes led by Allison Middlemass, the Bent's Community Conservation Program Coordinator. Binoculars will be provided for folks without their ... Read more

Join Deborah Evans, Mattabeseck Audubon Society board member, on a hike through Golet Farm Preserve.  This 32-acre parcel of land was donated to the East Haddam Land Trust by Thomas Smith.  It's meadows, trees, and wetlands provide a wonderful habitat for birds. Its wetlands offer places to study amphibians, insects, and other wetland wildlife. Interior meadows ... Read more

Join Larry Cyrulik, Mattabeseck Audubon Society board member, for a hike looking for as many sparrow species as possible.  Many other species of birds will be seen along the way.  Birders will meet at the soccer fields parking in Middletown and cover other sights including the Nature Garden and Durham Meadows before the morning is ... Read more

Whether you are new to birding or a pro, technology can help you identify birds. Join this guided bird hike where we will use the app Merlin by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to help us identify and learn more about the birds at the Bent. Please download the app to your smartphone before the ... Read more

The Bent has a wide variety of habitats that bird species depend on. These habitats are managed to serve our native wildlife. On this guided hike, we will discuss how we can help keep our habitats healthy and functioning. Themed Monthly Hikes led by Allison Middlemass, the Bent's Community Conservation Program Coordinator. Binoculars will be ... Read more