January 2019
Hartford County: Big January of Birding Contest!
The Hartford Audubon Society (HAS) is pleased to announce our third annual Hartford County Big January of Birding birdwatching challenge. The purpose of the activity is to encourage folks to get outside during the month of January and see as many species of wild birds in Hartford County as possible! The competition is free to people of all ages. Birdwatching is a delightful, free activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, in any setting. Birds can be…
Find out more »Cape Ann & Newburyport, MA
Take a favorite trip to view seabirds that come south to New England in the winter. Irruptions can also bring unusual birds. Contact Fran at least one week in advance for details.
Find out more »February 2019
Cape Cod Tour
This is New England late winter birding at its finest. We should see Scoters, and Gannets. Most likely stay and meet at The Cove in Orleans. Call Peter for reservations / details.
Find out more »Hartford County Boat Launch Tour
This is a morning tour of eight area boat launches, from Enfield to Rocky Hill. Dress warmly and bring your scope
Find out more »Julie Victoria: Ospreys 2019
Ospreys have been monitored in Connecticut since 1969. This research continues and there are volunteer opportunities to help monitor Osprey nesting success.
Find out more »March 2019
Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk 3
The ice should be mostly gone as birds begin to return. The water level may be high on this morning walk. Wear boots.
Find out more »Peter Picone: The Inextricable Link Between Songbirds and Plants
Peter will describe the enhancing of bird habitats on state and private land and listeners will come away with ideas for creating and enhancing wildlife habitats in their own surroundings. Videos will demonstrate the cover and seasonal food value of CT’s native plants.
Find out more »Gina Nichol: Lesvos: European Spring Migration Magic
The Greek Island of Lesvos has become known by birders as one of the best locations in Europe to witness spring migration. In late Apriland early May, a continual stream of migrating birds passes over the island as they move from Africa to their breeding grounds in Europe
Find out more »Woodcocks at Nod Brook
See the unique mating display or “sky dance” of the American Woodcock on a relatively short evening trip.
Find out more »Western Connecticut Shoreline
Take a morning tour from Sherwood Island to New Haven looking for late wintering birds and early spring migrants
Find out more »Sachuest Point, RI
View Harlequin Ducks and seabirds hard to see in CT. Also visit Trustom Pond, Ninigret, and locations showing rarities. Bring lunch.
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