UPCOMING WEEKDAY WALKS
Power Lines Route 44, Avon Tuesdays 6:30 AM -
meet
at Parking area
Leader:
Jay Kaplan Three walks!!
8/31,
9/7 and 9/14
Swallow Spectacle Paddle Trip
- Wednesday,
September 15
Paddle Trip on the CT River to see the "Swallow
Spectacle" We will first enjoy the lovely scenery
while paddling/birding around the marsh at Lord's Cove
/CT River. We will then be in place for the
breathtaking display at dusk. Please bring flashlight
or headlamp as we will be returning after dusk. Also
consider taking food, water, sunscreen, insect
repellent, binoculars, camera and of course life
jacket or pfd. Meet at the commuter parking lot on
route 156 (exit 70 on I-95) at 3 PM. Contact
the leader for additional information. Leader: David
Zomick
Great Pond, Simsbury
-
Wednesday, September 22nd
8:00AM,
Leader: Gil Kleiner - meet at Parking Lot
Greenstone Hollow, Thursday Sept 30 8:00 AM
Come and see our newest preserve and look for late
summer migrants. Hopefully we will see some of the
summer birds as they say goodbye before flying south
for the winter. Directions :From the center of East
Granby at route 20 and 187, take 187 north for 1.8
miles and turn left onto Ridge Blvd. Leader:
Larry Lunden
Hammonasset State
Park
Wednesday October 20
8:00 AM
Meet at the Nature Center at Meigs Point.
Leader:
Louise Tucker
2010-11
Field TRIPS
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2010
Urban Birding Series I, Middletown
Birding isn’t just for
the “burbs.” Come and explore great ways to find our feathered
friends within the borders of some of Connecticut’s largest
cities. Today’s highlights are the Asylum Reservoirs, the Maromis
WMR and Guida’s WMR. Land birds will dominate today. Meet at
7:30AM at Xavier High School parking lot, left at end of Exit 11
(Randolph Rd) off Route 9, Xavier is on the left.
Leader: Joe Budrow
SUNDAY,
SEPTEMBER 12, 2010
Urban Birding Series II, Meriden
Birding isn’t just for the
“burbs." Come and explore great ways to find our feathered
friends within the borders of some of Connecticut’s largest
cities. Today’s highlights are Hanover Pond, the Meriden-Markham
Airport/landfill site, the Hanging Hills and Giuffrida Park. Land
birds and water birds will be seen. Meet at 7:30 AM at the
commuter lot on Lewis Ave across the street at the end of the Exit
6 ramp off Route 691.
Leader: Joe Budrow
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2010
Swallow Spectacle Paddle Trip
Paddle Trip on the Connecticut River to
see the “Swallow Spectacle.” We will first enjoy the lovely
scenery while paddling/birding around the marsh at Lord’s
Cove/Connecticut River. We will then be in place for the
breathtaking display at dusk. Meet at the commuter parking lot on
route 156 (Exit 70 on I-95) at 2 PM. Contact the leader for
additional information.
Leader: David Zomick 860-584-2824 or jubiladodz@comcast.net
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2010
Johnnycake MT, Burlington
Come see Broad-winged Hawks migrating at
their peak through Connecticut with chances of seeing hundreds or
thousands of birds. Also see other hawk species as well.
Bring a chair, food and drink
and spend the day watching migrating hawks. Meet at 8:30
AM. Call leader for directions.
Leader: Paul Carrier 860-485-9654 or
carriergraphics at sbcglobal.net
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2010
Station 43
Beginner’s Bird Walk I, South Windsor
This is the first of four bird walks
designed for beginners though all are invited. Station 43 is an
excellent birding area year round, and on each walk we will look
for seasonal birds. This area has produced good birds over the
years, and you just never know what might pop up. Wear high boots
as the area is inclined to be wet. Do yourself a favor and mark
the calendar with all four walks now. Join us at the corner of
Newberry Rd and Main St at 8:00 AM.
Leaders: Roger Preston
860-658-5010 or rapreston at snet.net and Jon Ward
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18-19, 2010
Hawk-watch
at Booth Hill, West Hartland
Come see Broad-winged Hawks migrating at
their peak through Connecticut with chances of seeing hundreds or
thousands of birds. Also see other hawk species as well. Bring a
chair, food and drink and spend the day watching migrating
hawks. Meet at 8:30 AM. Call leader for directions.
Leader: Paul Carrier 860-485-9654 or
carriergraphics at sbcglobal.net
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2010
Lewis Farm, Suffield
Birding and Maintenance Party
Bring your gloves, binoculars and lunch
and help the Sanctuaries Committee keep Lewis Farm beautiful and
clear of brush. Meet at Lewis Farm entrance at 8:30 AM.
Leader: Jon Smalley
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2010
Route 44 Power Lines, West Hartford
An early fall bird walk in search of
lingering warblers, vireos and flycatchers. We will also be on the
lookout for migrant sparrows and hawks. The shrubland habitat
along the power lines can produce a variety of birds including
many hard-to-find species. Meet at the Route 44 parking lot near
the power lines at 7:00 AM.
Leader: Brian Toal
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2010
Great Pond, Simsbury
This walk never fails to get good birds.
We have birded the pond for many years. If you haven’t been there,
we would like you to please join us. If you have been there, come
on back and enjoy. Even if we don’t see much, we plan on having a
great time, and the company is excellent. Great Pond is a neat
place and a beautiful state forest. Meet at the parking lot off
Great Pond Rd at 8:00 AM.
Leaders: Roger Preston
860-658-5010 or rapreston at snet.net and Jon Ward
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2010
Wangunk Meadows, Portland
We will take a walk
along the Connecticut River past fields and through wooded trails.
This trip will require a lot of walking. We expect to see a mix of
fall warblers, raptors, sparrows, herons and other assorted
species. On the last visit here, we saw a spectacle of several
hundred chickadees on Gildersleeve Island traveling down the
Connecticut River. Meet at Brownstone Intermediate School parking
lot on 314 Main St in Portland at 7:30 AM.
Leader: Larry
Nichols 860-304-5240 or Lvn600 at hotmail.com
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010
Station 43, South Windsor
This is a great time of
year to search for Lincoln’s Sparrow, White-crowned Sparrow and
raptors. As with other trips to this location, it’s a good idea to
wear waterproof footwear. Meet at the corner of Newberry Rd and
Main St at 7:30 AM.
Leader: Carl Ekroth
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010
Glastonbury Meadows
Come join us for a morning walk through
the Glastonbury Meadows, one of the premier birding locations in
Hartford County. Species that could be seen include Connecticut
Warbler, Sora and Virginia Rails. Limited to 10 participants,
since the land is privately owned. Please contact Bill Asteriades
to reserve your spot and to find out about the meeting location.
We will meet at 7:15 AM.
Leaders: Bill Asteriades and
Andrew Dasinger
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2010
Bear Hill
WMA, Bozrah and Pease Brook WMA, Lebanon
The state of Connecticut has several
Wildlife Management Areas in eastern Connecticut. The 348-acre
Bear Hill WMA consists of a variety of fields, hedgerows and
edges. This should be good area for sparrows, raptors and possibly
some lingering migrants. Pease Brook Wildlife Management Area
offers different possibilities with habitat consisting of shrubby
fields, power lines, and a small stream running though a swampy
woodland area. Take Route 2 East to Exit 23 and meet at the
commuter parking lot at 7:30 AM. The trails at both locations are
good, but it would be advisable to bring waterproof boots just in
case.
Leader: Larry Nichols 860-304-5240 or
Lvn600 at hotmail.com
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2010
Blueberry
Hill, West Granville, MA
Join veteran hawk-watcher John Weeks for
a new HAS trip to Blueberry Hill located in Granville, Mass.
Besides hawks, expect to see passerine birds as well. Meet at the
commuter parking at Exit 38 off I-91 at 7:00 AM. For more
information contact the trip leader.
Leader: Paul Desjardins
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10
“Big Sit” at
Station 43, South Windsor
Join other members of HAS for
a day of fun at Statione 43. We will count all species we
see and hear form a 17-foot circle at the south end of the marsh
during a 24-hour period. Can we beat last year's
count? Even set a new record? Look for details in the
Creat or on our website,
www.hartfordaudubon.org
Coordinator: Jay Kaplan
860-693-0157
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2010
Rhode Island Shoreline
Check out Rhode Island’s south shore
from Sachuest Point westward to Connecticut, looking for
waterfowl, Northern Gannets, hawks and wintering birds. Meet at
Sachuest Point at 8:00 AM.
Leader: Paul Desjardins
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2010
Glastonbury Meadows
Come join us for a morning walk through
the Glastonbury Meadows, one of the premier birding locations in
Hartford County. Last year, there were reports of Northern
Harrier, Merlin, American Pipit and many species of sparrow.
Limited to 10 participants since the land is privately owned.
Please contact Bill Asteriades to reserve your spot and to find
out about the meeting location. We will meet at 7:15 AM.
Leaders: Bill
Asteriades and Andrew Dasinger
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12-14, 2010
Delaware and Maryland
This trip will include visits to Blackwater Refuge, Bombay
Hook, Chincoteague NWR and Ocean City. We will be searching for
wintering waterfowl and sea birds. Past trips have produced Ross’s
Goose, Brown-headed Nuthatch, White Pelicans and thousands of Snow
Geese. Call leader for details of meeting place.
Leader: Peter Stephan
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2010
Hammonasset
Beach State Park
Meet at the park entrance at 8:00 AM to
begin a search for Lapland Longspurs, owls, Snow Buntings, Horned
Larks and other winter species. Dress warmly for this morning
trip. Bad weather and dangerous road conditions cancel trip.
Leader: Louise Tucker
CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2010
(Blizzard date: Sunday, December 19)
Look for details in
November/December Crest Newsletter.
Chairs: Steve Davis / Jay Kaplan
Regional Captains (subject to change):
1. Paul Desjardins 7. Fran D’Amico
2. Rob & Alberta Mirer 8. Brian Toal
3. Dave Lyons 9. Margaret Schuster
4. Andrew Dasinger 10. Mark Shapiro
5. Steve Kotchko 11. Gil Kleiner
6. Jay Kaplan 12. Blair Wlochowski
2011 PROGRAMS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 8, 2011
Station 43 Beginner’s Walk II, South Windsor
This will be a cold one, but don’t let
that discourage you from coming. We award a blue nose to anyone
showing up if the temp is below 10 degrees. Coffee hour is usually
one hour earlier when it’s that cold. Bald Eagle, Rough-legged
Hawk and Northern Shrike await us on this winter jaunt.
Please note that we meet at 9:00 AM at
the corner of Newberry Rd and Main St.
Leaders: Roger Preston
860-658-5010 or rapreston at snet.net and Jon Ward
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 - 16, 2011
Cape Ann &
Newburyport, MA
Barrow’s Goldeneye, Snowy Owl, alcids and sea ducks are the
targets of this perennial favorite trip. Dress for severe cold
weather. Carpooling is encouraged and motel reservations should be
made early. Contact leader for motel, meeting time and place at
least one week in advance.
Leaders: Jim
Moore and Fran D’Amico
SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 2011
Station 43 Beginner’s Walk III, South Windsor
The ice should be mostly gone as the
birds begin to return just in time for this walk. We may also
have a few leftovers from winter. The water levels will be even
higher, so don’t forget your boots. Meet at the same spot, the
corner of Newberry Rd and Main St at 8:00 AM.
Leaders: Roger Preston
860-658-5010 or rapreston at snet.net and Jon Ward
SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2011
Middlesex
County Community College
Annual Meeting of the Connecticut
Ornithological Association
The public is
invited to this all-day conference (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) featuring
well-known birding experts who will be speaking on birding and
bird-related topics. For additional information, contact
www.ctbirding.org. There is a registration fee.
SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 2011
Sachuest
Point, Rhode Island
Sachuest Point is home to the largest
wintering flock of Harlequin Ducks in New England with upwards of
sixty birds possible. Other ducks and seabirds are common and we
may see Northern Gannets and Razorbills as well as many birds that
are harder to find in Connecticut. Bring a lunch for this all-day
trip. Meet at the Sachuest Point parking lot at 8:30 AM. Call
leader for directions.
Leader: Paul Desjardins
SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2011
Western
Connecticut Shoreline
We will drive to Sherwood Island Park
and work our way back towards New Haven. We will be looking for
late wintering birds and early spring migrants. From 2005 to 2008,
we had gannets, gannets and more gannets. Dress warmly and bring
lunch for this most-of-the-day trip. Meet at the Long Wharf
Information Center (Liberty Belle Ticket Sales), New Haven at 8:00
AM. Leader: Carl Ekroth
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, APRIL 15 -17, 2011
Bombay Hook,
Prime Hook & Blackwater
National Wildlife Refuges
We’ll bird Bombay Hook NWR on Friday
afternoon and Saturday morning, and the Prime Hook area in the
afternoon, where we had a Yellow-throated Warbler last time. On
Sunday, we’ll head to Cambridge, MD to bird Blackwater NWR,
Hooper’s Island and Elliot Island. If you choose to stay through
Monday, we’ll bird Deal Island. Last visit we had at least 25 to
30 Bald Eagles, and shorebirds were arriving. This trip has
limited participation, so carpooling and reservations by April
10th are a must. Please contact Stephanie for meeting place and
where to make reservations.
Leader: Stephanie Lovell
SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2011
Great Pond, Simsbury
What better way to start your spring
count than a walk with us at our favorite spot? There should be a
nice assortment of birds with some about to leave and others
returning to nest. Meet at the parking lot off Great Pond Rd at
7:30 AM.
Leaders: Roger Preston 860-658-5010 or rapreston at snet.net and
Jon Ward
SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2011
Lewis Farm, Suffield
Birding and Maintenance Party
Bring your gloves,
binoculars and lunch and help the Sanctuaries Committee keep Lewis
Farm beautiful and clear of brush. Meet at Lewis Farm entrance at
8:30 AM.
Leader: Jon
Smalley
APRIL 30 - MAY 22, 2011
Annual Spring Census
Three-Week Census Period
Chair, Jamie Meyers:
Captains (subject to change)
(Check The
Crest or HAS Web site for up-to-date information.)
1. Avon
Brian Toal
2. Barkhamstead
Margaret Schuster
3. Bloomfield
Linda Clancy
4. Bolton
Ernie Harris
5. Burlington
Margaret Schuster
6. Canton
Jay Kaplan
7. East Hartford
Debi Wheeler
8. Ellington
Carl Ekroth
9. Enfield
Jim Deschamps
10. Farmington
Patsy Mason
11. Glastonbury
Bill Asteriades
12. Granby
John Weeks
13. Hartford
Jamie Meyers
14. Manchester
Tim Antanaitis
15. New Britain
TBD
16. Newington
Roy Zartarian
17. Portland
Joe Budrow
18. Rocky Hill
TBD
19. Simsbury
Roger Preston
20. Somers
Jan Collins
21. South Windsor
Rob Mirer
22. Suffield
Arthur Sikes
23. West Hartford
Diane Tucker
24. Wethersfield
Steve Kotchko
25. Windsor
Mike and Judy Whittlesey
SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2011
Quarry Park
and Connecticut River Floodplain
We are looking for Bobolinks, sparrows,
shorebirds, nesting songbirds and other surprises on this morning
trip exploring Quarry Park and the Connecticut River floodplain in
the Rocky Hill area. Wear sturdy walking shoes. If the spring has
been wet, bring waterproof boots. Meet at the north gravel parking
area at Ferry Park at 7:00 AM. The park is at the east end of
Route 160 which runs off the Silas Deane Highway (Route 99).
Follow the signs for the ferry.
Leader: Larry Lunden
SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011
Gay City
State Park, Hebron
Gay City State Park in Hebron is the location for this trip in a
search for spring migrants and other birds in a variety of
habitats. This trip will be entirely on foot, so wear sturdy
shoes. Meet at the main entrance at 7:00 AM. Directions from
Hartford area: I-84 east to I-384 east. Take Exit 5 off I-384
(Route 85). Right off exit on Route 85 south, follow Route 85
south approx. 5 miles (watch signs, as Route 85 takes several
turns). Main entrance to Gay City State Park will be on your
right. Enter park and pass guardhouse. Meet at first lot on right
after guardhouse.
Leader: Ernie Harris 860-649-1675 or
pdlqlt at
mac.com
SATURDAY, MAY 7, 2011
Station 43 Beginner’s Walk IV, South Windsor
This is a walk you don’t want to miss.
Waterfowl, shorebirds, nesters and some passerines await your
binoculars. It will still be wet so remember your boots. After we
get our fifty or more birds on this walk, we will adjourn to
Dunkin Donuts to tally the four walks and a quiz will be held for
the advanced birders! We do have fun so join us at the corner of
Newberry Rd and Main St at 8:00 AM.
Leaders: Roger Preston
860-658-5010 or rapreston at snet.net and Jon Ward
THURSDAY, MAY 12, 2011
Mount Auburn
Cemetery and Plum Island, MA
Visit this famous Cambridge,
Massachusetts warbler hotspot, Mount Auburn Cemetery. It’s not
only good for birds, it is also a beautiful parklike cemetery.
Then it’s on to Plum Island at Newburyport for more warblers and
shorebirds. We will have dinner in Newburyport before leaving.
This is a carpooling trip. Call for further information. Meeting
time is 7:00 AM at the cemetery.
Leader: Jim Moore
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2011
East Rock
Park, New Haven
This is one of the best spots to see
migrating warblers, often at eye level. This is the first place
birds see after crossing Long Island Sound. In spring of 2003, we
had twenty-five species of warblers in one day! Meet at the Eli
Whitney Museum parking lot on Whitney Ave at 7:00 AM.
Leader: Paul Desjardins
SATURDAY, MAY 14
East Granby’s Great Swamp and Beaver Swamp
This is a great area for spring
migrants. Expect to see many vireos, warblers and thrushes as well
as Swamp Sparrow, and Virginia Rail. If time permits, we’ll
continue northward into Suffield to seek out some grassland birds
such as American Kestrel, Brown Thrasher and Grasshopper Sparrow.
Meet at the Rails to Trails parking area off Route 20 in East
Granby at 7:00 AM.Leader: Brian Kleinman
860-653-2535 or snaketat@cox.net
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2011 (Raindate: Sunday, May 15)
The Lethal Tour
The goal of the Lethal
Tour is to see as many species as possible within the confines of
Hartford County in a single day. Sound equipment is not permitted.
The tour begins at 4:00 AM at Station 43, South Windsor and
meanders through the county till late in the afternoon, depending
on bird activity. Participants may come for as little or as long
as they like. More information will be available in the spring.
Leader: Jay Kaplan 860-693-0157 or
jaybrd49 at aol.com
SUNDAY, MAY 15, 2011 (Raindate, Sunday May 22)
Litchfield and Kent
This trip should
produce such excellent species as Cerulean and Hooded warblers,
Cliff Swallow and many others including marsh birds. Bring lunch
and meet at White Memorial Foundation parking lot in Litchfield at
8:00 AM.
Leader: Dave Rosgen
SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2011
Urban Birding Series III, Waterbury
Birding isn't
just for the "burbs". Come out and explore great ways to
find our feathered friends within the borders of our largest
cities. Today's trip is in new and uncharted territory.
Meeting place and details of our birding locations will be on the
web site
www.hartfordaudubon.org and in the Crest after the New Year.
We will meet at 7:30 AM Leader: Joe Budrow
SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2011
Major
Donnelly Land Preserve, South Windsor
Participants should expect to walk 2-3
miles on dirt trails (loop-back options exist for those wanting to
cut it short). Varied habitats include marsh, forest and meadow
for sparrows, warblers, and hawks. Recommend applying tick
repellant beforehand. Meet 7:00 AM at the parking lot on Sullivan
Ave.
Leader: Patrice Favreau
SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2011
Barn Island
WMA, Stonington
Come explore one of Connecticut’s finest
coastal habitats with Audubon Connecticut’s Director of Bird
Conservation, Patrick Comins. Not only is Barn Island a great
place to look for shorebirds and water birds, but it is also a
wonderful place for migrant land birds. Meet at the parking lot of
Barn Island at 8:30 AM. We will be keeping an eye on Connecticut’s
and Rhode Island’s Rare Bird Alerts in case there are other birds
nearby worthy of a chase. This trip will again be coordinated with
the New Haven Bird Club. Leader: Patrick Comins
SUNDAY, MAY 22, 2011
Fisher Meadow, Avon
Fisher Meadow is a great place to see
spring migrants. This park offers a nice mix of habitats that
include fields, woodlands, shrubland and a large pond. Bird
species such as Orchard Oriole, Yellow-throated Vireo and American
Redstart all nest here, while Brown Thrasher and Osprey are
typically seen during migration. Mourning Warbler has been seen
here in the past. This is an easy stroll around the pond and
should be enjoyable for all levels of birder. Meet in the Fisher
Meadow parking lot off Old Farms Rd in Avon at 7:00 AM.
Leader: Brian Toal
SUNDAY, MAY 22. 2011
Nepaug Trip
This roving trip to an excellent area
always produces interesting migrants. Come see Nepaug at its best.
Meet at the commuter parking lot on Route 179 in Canton just north
of the intersection of routes 44 and 202 at 7:30 AM.
Leader: Jamie Meyers
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2011
Station 43, South Windsor
Search for Least Bittern, Sora, Virginia
Rail and Marsh Wren. Meet at the intersection of Main St and
Newberry Rd at 6:30 AM for this morning trip.
Leader: Carl Ekroth
SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2011
Mattabesset
River Paddle Trip
Join us for a
paddle trip along the Mattabesset River from Cromwell to Harbor
Park, in Middletown. Meet at the parking lot at 7:00AM. We will
have to shuttle cars to the take out area and return to the launch
site. Directions: from Route 9 South, take Exit 20 onto Route 91
South. Take Exit 21, turn left at the light. Just past the Wooster
Plaza, look for a right turn into the driveway for Cromwell
Executive Center, 75 Berlin Road. Bring drinks, snacks and
binoculars. You are required to wear life jacket while on this
paddle trip. If it is pouring, the trip will be canceled.
Leader: Jeff
Feldmann 860-232-3783 or jeff at jeffphotos.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2011
Barkhamsted and East Hartland
We’ll start off the morning with an easy
walk down to the Indian Council Caves. Here we can expect to find
Black-throated Blue Warbler and Canada Warbler, along with Hermit
Thrush, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker and Brown Creeper. After the
caves we will take a short dive into East Hartland and explore an
area around Hurricane Brook where we can find Ruffed Grouse,
Dark-eyed Junco, Winter Wren, Acadian Flycatcher, Blue-headed
Vireo and Blackburnian Warbler. If time permits we’ll explore some
other nearby areas. Meet at the entrance to the Indian Council
Caves (Tunxis Trail) off Route 179 in Barkhamsted at 7:00 AM.
Leader: Brian Kleinman
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, JUNE 11 - 12, 2011
Summer Bird Count
Join Hartford Audubon members as we
participate in COA’s 15th Annual Summer Bird Count. Species and
numbers are counted on this two-day tally within our Christmas
Count circle. Bird one day or both and help accumulate breeding
bird data and track species trends for Connecticut.
Coordinator: Jay Kaplan
860-693-0157 or
jaybrd49 at aol.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2011
Somers Birding Hotspots
Somers has it all! Depending on recent
bird reports, our options include: the McCann Family Farm
featuring open fields, a pine plantation, vernal pools, mixed
deciduous forest and two streams; the Scantic River Riparian Area
featuring a biologically rich wetland where Virginia Rails have
been known to nest; the Hutton Tree Farm with possible nesting
grassland species, and the Shenipsit State Forest with nesting
warblers and Ruffed Grouse. Meet at 7:30 AM at the Somers Town
Hall parking lot, 600 Main St on Route 190 to carpool to the
various sites. Plan on walking 3 to 4 miles. Bring appropriate
footwear as mud/shallow puddles may be encountered. Bring lunch if
you plan to stay past noon, or there is a great pizza/grinder shop
nearby.
Leader: Jan Collins 860-749-2701 or jgcollins at cox.net
