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SUMMARY:Quarry Park - 5/6/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 6\, 2023 \nLeader:  Larry Lunden starting at 7 am \n270 Old Main St\, Rocky Hill \nMeet in the small dirt parking lot opposite Marshall Rd  \nEnjoy a morning trip exploring Quarry Park.  Warblers and field birds will be found.  If the river conditions permit\, we will also caravan to explore the Connecticut River flood plain until about 12pm.  About a three mile walk.  There are some ups and downs and several places have open rock that can be slippery in damp or wet weather. Wear sturdy shoes and waterproof boots if wet. \nhttps://www.rockyhillct.gov/quarry_park/index.php.      https://cms.revize.com/revize/rockyhill/Quarry_Map_PDF.pdf \nLarry Lunden      Killdeer431@comcast.net                860-232-2416
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/quarry-park-5-6-2023/
LOCATION:Quarry Park\, 270 Old Main St.\, Rocky Hill\, CT\, 06067\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Lunden":MAILTO:killdeer431@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T103000
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SUMMARY:Lewis Farm Sanctuary - 5/3/2023
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 3\, 2023 \nLeader: Abby Wolcott starting at 8:30 am \n1035 Hill St\, Suffield \nPark off road on WEST side only (by sign for Sanctuary)  \n Use caution: poor sight line for passing cars \nPlease join Abby on a trip through this slice of heaven on Hill Street. The Audubon property has been near and dear to Abby’s heart since she was old enough to follow her 3 brothers down the hill in search of wildlife. Now\, decades later the sanctuary still calls her name.  She has sought out the quiet trails on days when she has had a heavy heart and on those days when her world was full of joy. So bring your binoculars\, apply some bug spray and wear light hikers as we set off on the beautifully maintained trails in this sanctuary.  We will cover mixed terrain of low hills and mostly dry trails\, crossing a babbling brook and meandering around a pond.   We will keep our eyes peeled for warblers and other spring birds.  When our necks are tired from scanning the treetops\, we can admire the variety of wildflowers that sprout up near the trail. Join us for a couple of hours as we explore this very special property. \nAbby Wolcott              abwol81@cox.net                    860-436-7667
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/lewis-farm-sanctuary-5-3-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230430T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230430T090000
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SUMMARY:Roaring Brook Nature Center Walk - 4/30/2023
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 30\, 2023 \nLeader: Jay Kaplan starting at 6:30 am to around 9 am. \nSpringtime Bird Walk \nRoaring Brook Nature Center\, 70 Gracey Rd\, Canton  \nMeet in the Nature Center parking lot. \nThe forests and fields of Werner’s Woods\, adjacent to Roaring Brook Nature Center\, are ideal for an early morning walk during spring migration.  Upwards of 50 species may be seen or heard on a good morning.  Look for warblers\, vireos\, orioles\, tanagers and more on this walk led by Nature Center Director and former HAS President\, Jay Kaplan.  Dress for the weather and wear footwear for possible wet ground conditions underfoot. Heavy rain cancels walk. Walk will end early so participants can go home for a Mother’s Day breakfast. \nJay Kaplan                 jaybrd49@aol.com                  860-707-5246
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/roaring-brook-nature-center-walk-4-30-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Kaplan":MAILTO:jaybrd49@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
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SUMMARY:Simsbury River Walk - 4/29/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 29\, 2023\n \nLeader: Jon Ward staring at 8 am \n 46 Drake Hill Rd\, Simsbury \nPark at the Simsbury High School Crew Boathouse across from \nDrake Hill Rd from Flower Bridge. Do not park at Flower Bridge \nThe Simsbury River Walk provides beautiful and varied birding habitat along the Farmington River floodplain and can be great for warblers and other passerines.  Plan to walk approximately 2 miles over 2-3 hours.  The trail is flat but may be wet in places\, depending on recent rainfall.  Bring bug spray and appropriate footwear. For a map and more information visit. \nhttps://www.simsbury-ct.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif1216/f/file/file/riverwalk.pdf \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/simsbury-river-walk-4-29-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230522
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
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SUMMARY:Annual Spring Census: 4/29 - 5/21/2023
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow HAS members for our annual Spring census. Unlike our other bird counts\, this count is by towns in the greater Hartford area and lasts 3 weeks.   Bird as much or as little as you like and report to as many town captains as you wish.  A list of captains will be released at a later date. \nPlease reach out to Jamie Meyers with any questions.\nsunnyctredbird@gmail.com   860-693-4497 / 860-519-9719 (Cell)
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/annual-spring-census-starting-4-29-2023-for-3-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Meyers":MAILTO:sunnyctredbird@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #4 - 4/22/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 22\, 2023 \nLeader:  Jon Ward – beginning at 8 am \n990 Main St\, South Windsor \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St   \nPark in front of stucco house \nThe fourth of four morning walks designed for beginners at Hartford Audubon’s oldest sanctuary. Station 43 is an excellent birding area year ‘round and on each walk we will look for seasonal birds.  The walk is roughly 2.5 miles (3 hrs) long over flat terrain but we may encounter muddy areas and water covering parts of the path.  Bring spotting scope if you have one.  High\, water-proof boots and insect repellent are suggested. \nhttps://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/station-43-wildlife-sanctuary/ \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/station-43-beginners-bird-walk-4-4-22-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T100000
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SUMMARY:Glastonbury Great Pond - 4/19/2023
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 19\, 2023 \nLeader: Annette Pasek starting at 8 am \nEntrance is just beyond 451 Great Pond Rd\, Glastonbury\, on left \n From Rt. 17 – use south entrance to Great Pond Rd and drive in 0.2 mi.  Park on south side away from hydrants. \nExpect common CT birds as well as migratory. Habitat varies\, woodland\, water\, shrub and field.  Count on chickadee\, nuthatch\, jay\, cardinal\, wren.  Many hawk\, duck and sparrow species.  There are always some surprises. 2.5 mile walk. Hilly terrain. Bring bug spray and sturdy shoes.  Extend your morning by birding nearby Cotton Hollow and Ferry Road\, a CT River ferry landing. \nAnnette Pasek               apasek@cox.net                     860-490-8357
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/glastonbury-great-pond-4-19-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Pasek":MAILTO:apasek@cox.net
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T100000
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SUMMARY:Greenstone Hollow - 4/15/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 15\, 2023 \nLeaders:  Chris & Diane Fisher:   starting at 8 am \n31 Ridge Blvd\, East Granby \nPark on north side of road \nAll are welcome on this exploration of our Greenstone Hollow Nature Preserve.  Woodland\, water and shrub meadow habitats will hopefully provide 20-40 species during the Fall migration. About 1.5 miles of easy walking for up to 2 hours. Can leave at any time.  Wear waterproof footgear if it has rained recently. \nChris Fisher     ChrisF001@aol.com           860-967-5976
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/greenstone-hollow-4-15-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris / Diane Fisher":MAILTO:chrisf001@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T110000
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SUMMARY:Great Pond\, Simsbury - 4/8/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 8\, 2023 \nLeader: Jon Ward starting at 8 am \n156 Great Pond Rd\, Simsbury \nBetween Laurel Ln and Old Farms Rd \nMeet in parking lot at end of entrance dirt road \nAn easy walk over a newly widened road leads to Great Pond where we will see waterfowl\, shorebirds\, migrating warblers and the many types of birds that call this area home.  Usually lasts about 3 hrs\, but can leave at any time.  Maximum distance is 1.5 miles.  Bring a spotting scope if you have one. \nhttps://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Forests/Massacoe-State-Forest (Great Pond is a separate block of this forest) \nHiking map available online \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/great-pond-simsbury-4-8-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230326T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230326T110000
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SUMMARY:Silver Sands State Park - 3/26/2023
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 26\, 2023\n \nLeader:  Maggie Peretto starting at 8 am \nSilver Sands State Park\, 1 Silver Sands Pkwy\, Milford \nMeet in main parking lot \nContact Maggie to verify this date.  This is a good trip to try for sea ducks and sparrows while hoping for a Rough-Legged Hawk. Dress warmly. Flat shoreline walk approximately 2 miles for about 3 hours. \n“https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Silver-Sands-State-Park \nSandy beaches\, boardwalks\, seashells\, and shore birds dominate the attraction to Silver Sands’ beaches in Milford.  Over a half mile of shoreline and three quarters of a mile of all-weather boardwalk make this a popular four-season waterfront destination. \nMaggie Peretto        wings.mp@gmail.com 860-604-4903 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/silver-sands-state-park-3-19-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Peretto":MAILTO:wings.mp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T172428Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED:  Sachuest Point\, RI - 3/25/2023
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED :\nSaturday\, March 25\, 2023\nLeader:  Paul Desjardins – starting at 8:30 am \n769 Sachuest Point Rd\, Middletown\, RI  \nSachuest Point Visitor Center parking lot \nGPS Coordinates 41.479909\, -71.243489 \nIf you are looking for colorful\, easy to see birds\, then Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is the place to be. The refuge is home to the second largest wintering population of harlequin ducks on the Atlantic coast. The harlequins\, named after the clowns they resemble\, can be seen along the refuge’s rocky shoreline between November and March each year. By scanning the coastline\, visitors may also see loons\, eiders\, and gannets. More than 200 bird species visit the refuge seasonally\, and other occasional migrating travelers include the peregrine falcon\, northern harrier\, as well as snowy and short-eared owls. Walking the nearly 3 miles of trails around Sachuest Point offers visitors the opportunity to experience several habitats where interesting animals and plants can be observed and photographed. The refuge includes 40 acres of salt marsh lands and steep rocky shorelines around the perimeter. Most visitors enjoy year-round birdwatching\, and elevated observation platforms along the trails provide unobstructed views of the refuge. A short distance away at Third Beach is our recently restored salt marsh habitat\, a new birding “hotspot” and a favorite of birders and non-birders alike.  Dress Warmly and bring a lunch. \nPaul Desjardins     Paul.Desjardins2@gmail.com      860-623-3696
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/sachuest-point-ri-3-25-2023/
LOCATION:Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge\, Hanging Rock Rd.\, Middletown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Desjardins":MAILTO:paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
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SUMMARY:Woodcocks at Nod Brook - 3/18/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 18\, 2023 \nLeader: Brian Toal – starting at 7 pm \n82 Hopmeadow St (Rt 10)\, Simsbury \nBack of the first parking lot of the Tower Office Park \nSee the unique mating display or “sky dance” of the American Woodcock on a relatively short evening trip. Short distance (0.25 mile).  Lasts about 1 hour after dusk. Must stand still/quiet while waiting for birds. Dress and layer for cold. \nBrian Toal           BrianToal@SBCGlobal.net              860-677-7156
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/woodcocks-at-nod-brook-3-18-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Toal":MAILTO:briantoal@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230313
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T171637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220814T152157Z
UID:13909-1678579200-1678665599@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Daylight Saving Bird-a-Thon - 3/12/2023
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 12\, 2023 \nLeader/Coordinator:  Maggie Peretto – All day \nAll of Hartford County \nJoin Hartford Audubon  for a fun one day birding competition to celebrate the return of Daylight Saving Time!   Form teams of 2-4 people\, dress up and name them with a smile in mind.   Compete and report results.  1 point for every species\, 2 points for every species found on a HAS sanctuary and 10 bonus points if you have a new birder on the team.  At the end of the day we’ll get together for a potluck dinner.  Maggie will send out an informational e-mail the week before. \nMaggie Peretto        wings.mp@gmail.com               860-604-4903
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/daylight-saving-bird-a-thon-3-12-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Peretto":MAILTO:wings.mp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T171411Z
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SUMMARY:Birding With Your Phone - 2/25/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 25\, 2023 \nLeader:  Ken Elkins/Sarah Faulkner at 10 am \nWest Hartford Public Library\, 20 Main St\, West Hartford \nJoin Audubon Connecticut’s Ken Elkins for a two-hour\, hands-on workshop to learn how to use a number of birding apps on your smart phone. Apps will include eBird\, popular field guide apps\, “birding by ear” apps\, iNaturalist\, and “what am I seeing” apps.  Participants will be sent a list of apps to download before the workshop.  Registration is limited: please email leader at  sffaulkner@comcast.net to reserve a seat. \nSarah Faulkner     sffaulkner@comcast.net             860-543-1280 \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/birding-with-your-phone-2-25-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T171048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220814T151805Z
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SUMMARY:Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #3 - 2/25/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 25\, 2023 \nLeader:  Jon Ward starting at 8 am \n990 Main St\, South Windsor \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St   \nPark in front of stucco house \nThe third of four morning walks designed for beginners at Hartford Audubon’s oldest sanctuary. Station 43 is an excellent birding area year ‘round and on each walk we will look for seasonal birds. The walk is roughly 2.5 miles (3 hours) long over flat terrain but we may encounter areas with water/ice covering parts of the path. \nhttps://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/station-43-wildlife-sanctuary/ \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/station-43-beginners-bird-walk-3-2-25-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230206
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T170814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220814T151553Z
UID:13901-1675468800-1675641599@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Cape Cod Tour\, MA  - 2/4-5/2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday February 4th to Sunday February 5th\, 2023 \nLeader: Peter Stephan – 2 days \nMeet and stay at The Cove\, Orleans\, Massachusetts \nContact Peter for reservations and details \nThis is New England late winter birding at its finest. We should see Alcids and Waterfowl. Call Peter for information and reservations. \nPeter Stephan              stephraf@aol.com                   860-729-8374
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/cape-cod-tour-ma-2-4-5-2023/
LOCATION:Cape Cod\, Cape Cod\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Stephan":MAILTO:stephraf@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230123
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T165658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T141045Z
UID:13898-1674259200-1674431999@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled:  Cape Ann & Newburyport\, MA - 1/21-22\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Canceled: \nSaturday/Sunday – January 21-22\, 2023 \nLeader:  Fran Damico – 2 days \nBarrow’s Goldeneye\, Snowy Owl\, alcids\,  sea ducks\, and Northern rarities are the targets of this perennial favorite trip. Be prepared for severe cold and windy weather and hope for moderate temps. Contact leader for motel (to get the reduced rate) and meeting time at least one week in advance. \nFrances D’Amico      frandamico525@yahoo.com      203-237-2734
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/cape-ann-newburyport-ma-1-14-15-2023/
LOCATION:Cape Ann & Newburyport\, MA\, Cape Ann\, Rockport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Fran D%E2%80%99Amico":MAILTO:frandamico525@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
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SUMMARY:Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #2 - 1/7/2023
DESCRIPTION:Leader:  Jon Ward – starting at 9 am on Saturday\, 1/7/2023 \n990 Main St\, South Windsor \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St   \nPark in front of stucco house \nThe second of four morning walks designed for beginners at Hartford Audubon’s oldest sanctuary. Station 43 is an excellent birding area year ‘round and on each walk we will look for seasonal birds. The walk is roughly 2.5 miles (3 hours) long over flat terrain but we may encounter areas with water/ice covering parts of the path. Waterproof boots suggested. \nhttps://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/station-43-wildlife-sanctuary/ \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/station-43-beginners-bird-walk-2-1-7-2023/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230201
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T165141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T163018Z
UID:13893-1672531200-1675209599@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hartford County -  Big January of Birding: 1/1 - 1/31/2023
DESCRIPTION:Month of January – All of Hartford County \nThe Hartford Audubon Society (HAS) is pleased to announce our sixth annual Hartford County Big January of Birding birdwatching challenge.  Especially in this time of COVID-19 social isolation\, birdwatching can bring tremendous joy.  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.   You do not need to be an HAS member or reside in Hartford County to enter. \nTo participate\, birders should enter their daily or periodic observations into ebird.org\, the free birdwatching site maintained by the Cornell University Lab of Ornithology. At the end of the month\, Hartford Audubon will retrieve all the data and award prizes. If you don’t use eBird\, you can list your species\, date seen\, location\, and brief description\, and send it via email or mail right at the end of January; it must be received by Monday\, February 6th.  There are four categories: \n\nYouth (ages 4-10) who must see at least 25 species to enter\nTeen (ages 11-17) who must see at least 35 species to enter\nWeekend Warrior (adults ages 18 and up who can’t get outdoors during the week) who must see at least 50 species to enter\nAdults (ages 18 and up who can get outdoors during the week) who must see at least 60 species to enter.\n\nAll entries that meet the minimum number of species for each challenge group will receive a certificate of achievement.  A special prize will be awarded for the highest species count for each challenge group\, and the coveted “Golden Grebe” award will be given to the birder finding the most unusual bird. \nThus far\, with winter barely starting\, we’ve already seen an increased number of winter finches.  January\, 2023 may be a very interesting month and a joyful way to enter the new year. \nPlease feel free to share this information with all your bird-loving friends.  We’d like nothing more than to hand out dozens of certificates! \nPlease contact Sarah below with any questions regarding this event. \nSarah Faulkner     sffaulkner@comcast.net             860-543-1280
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/big-january-all-month/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221219
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T164852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T133621Z
UID:13890-1671321600-1671407999@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count 12/18/2022 - All Day
DESCRIPTION: Bird Count Circle \n7.5-mile radius from Old State House \nJoin Hartford Audubon Members for the longest running citizen science project  to assess population trends of birds during the winter season.  For one day\, we count birds in a circle around Hartford that is divided into specific areas.  Bird an hour or bird all day.  A list of Captains will be released at a later date. \nJay Kaplan                 jaybrd49@aol.com                      860-693-0157 \n                                                                                              860-707-5246 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/christmas-bird-count-12-18-2022-all-day/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Kaplan":MAILTO:jaybrd49@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T164546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T164702Z
UID:13887-1668211200-1668383999@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Long Island - 11/12/2022 - 2 days
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Peter Stephan    \nVarious sites on Long Island \nVisit Jamaica Bay\, Jones Beach\, Lake Capri\, Belmont Lake\, Shinnecock Inlet\, Montauk Point\, and Shelter Island.  Spend Saturday night on Long Island. Return on Ferry Sunday evening. Waterfowl are the main benefits of this trip.  While we have seen many rarities  (Ross’s Gull\, Spotted Redshank\, Black-bellied Whistling and Tufted ducks\, Ash-throated Flycatcher) they should not be counted on!! Easy walking. \nPeter Stephan              stephraf@aol.com                   860-729-8374 T \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/long-island-11-12-2022-2-days/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Stephan":MAILTO:stephraf@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T164318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T164318Z
UID:13885-1665826200-1665833400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Beaver Brook Area\, Peoples Forest - 10/15/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leaders:  Sylvia Halkin and Sally Rieger starting at 9:30 am \nOn Google Maps\, 324 Park Rd\, Barkhamsted –  will take you close to intersection of Park Rd. & Beaver Brook Rd.  \nGo south .3mi on Beaver Brook Rd. to bridge – park in picnic area.   \nJoin us for a beautiful forest and marsh walk of about 2 miles in the Peoples State Forest\, Barkhamsted. We will see an interesting variety of birds.  From the picnic area we will walk 1/2 mile on Beaver Brook Rd to the new boardwalk through a forested wetland on the Agnes Bowen Trail\, then a short distance to a second boardwalk out into the Beaver Meadow marsh.  Both boardwalks have benches. \nSylvia Halkin               halkin@ccsu.edu                    860-985-7343 T \nSally Rieger         dfrandssr@aol.com           860-658-7317 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/beaver-brook-area-peoples-forest-10-15-2022/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221010
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T164007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220917T165006Z
UID:13883-1665273600-1665359999@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Big Sit at Station 43 - 10/9/2022
DESCRIPTION: Leader:  Maggie Peretto – All Day \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St  \nPark in front of stucco house. Walk about 0.4 mi west on dirt road \nWe are hoping others will join and we can have folks there all day so drop by any time.  Visit https://www.thebigsit.org to learn more about this national project. It is a day of fun at Station 43 where we count all species we see and hear from a 17-foot circle located at the HAS platform on the southwest end of the marsh. Bring a stool/chair and a scope if you have one. If it’s been wet\, wear boots. \nMaggie Peretto        wings.mp@gmail.com / 860-604-4903 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/big-sit-at-station-43-10-9-2022/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T163429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220814T150549Z
UID:13880-1665216000-1665223200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Greenstone Hollow - 10/8/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leaders:  Chris Fisher and Diane Fisher will lead the trip starting at 8 am \n31 Ridge Blvd\, East Granby \nPark on north side of road – Drake Hill Rd from Flower Bridge. Do not park at Flower Bridge \nAll are welcome on this exploration of our Greenstone Hollow Nature Preserve.  Woodland\, water and shrub meadow habitats will hopefully provide 20-40 species during the fall migration. About 1.5 miles of easy walking for up to 2 hours.  Wear waterproof footgear if it has rained recently. \nChris Fisher    ChrisF001@aol.com           860-967-5976
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/greenstone-hollow-10-8-2022/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris / Diane Fisher":MAILTO:chrisf001@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T162718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T162743Z
UID:13874-1664463600-1664478000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Cruisin' with Birds & Brews - 9/29/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Annette Pasek at 3 pm \nUse 202 Ferry Lane\, South Glastonbury\, CT for a GPS address \nDrive past house at 202 to the end of lane\, park in lot on left. \nHappy hour time!  Starting at the Connecticut River easy observations from picnic area for common birds\, woodpeckers and gulls\, ducks are likely too!  Migration may bring some surprises.  The big question is when will a Sandhill Crane be spotted in the farm fields?  Flat terrain\, easy birding.  The walk ends around the corner at 275 Dug Rd\, Hops on the Hill Brewery where Thursday evenings they host a Car Cruise Night! Bring a lawn chair. \nTake Route 17 to South Glastonbury\, then turn on Rt. 160 and follow to Ferry.  If you want to take the ferry from Rocky Hill\, take the Silas Dean Highway to CT 160 and follow to Ferry.  The Ferry costs $5 per vehicle and only runs until 6:45pm.  Weather and mechanical issues can affect whether the Ferry is running\, so check the website to be sure. \nhttps://portal.ct.gov/DOT/Traveler/ferries/Rocky-Hill-Ferry \nAnnette Pasek               apasek@cox.net                     860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/cruisin-with-birds-brews-9-29-2022/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Pasek":MAILTO:apasek@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T162420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T162420Z
UID:13871-1664353800-1664361000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Lewis Farm Sanctuary - 9/28/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Abby Wolcott starting at 8:30 am \n1035 Hill St\, Suffield \nPark off road on WEST side only (by sign for Sanctuary)  \n Use caution: poor sight line for passing cars \nPlease join Abby on a trip through this slice of heaven on Hill Street. The Audubon property has been near and dear to Abby’s heart since she was old enough to follow her 3 brothers down the hill in search of wildlife. Now\, decades later the sanctuary still calls her name.  She has sought out the quiet trails on days when she has had a heavy heart and on those days when her world was full of joy. Please join Abby as we meander down the trails and across the bridge on our quest for birds. Grab your binoculars and let the nature discourse begin!  Fall migrants – Come get acquainted this fall and return in the spring for warblers and wildflowers. Varied habitats\, wooded\, marsh\, brook/pond.  Wide trails\, smooth walking gentle hills.  https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/lewis-farm-bird-sanctuary/ \nAbby Wolcott              abwol81@cox.net                    860-436-7667 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/lewis-farm-sanctuary-9-28-2022/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T163100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T131824Z
UID:13877-1664094600-1664101800@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Keney Park - 9/25/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leader:  Annette Pasek\nHartford’s Jewel starting at 8:30 am \n171 Windsor Ave\, Windsor\, CT Park in Golf Club Parking Lot Park \nThe walk is flat and easy walking on both paved and wooded trails. We will hopefully see Blue Birds\, fall warblers and others as we enjoy this hidden jewel of a park. The walk will be between 2 – 2-1/2 hours long\, depending on what we come across. Great for beginners\, but always good for seasoned veterans. Dress appropriately for the weather and use bug spray.\nAnnette Pasek               apasek@cox.net                     860-490-8357
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/keney-park-9-25-2002/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Pasek":MAILTO:apasek@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T161921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T162046Z
UID:13868-1664092800-1664100000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Mary Conklin Preserve\, Canton - 9/25/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Sarah Faulkner starting at 8 am \nMary Conklin Preserve\,  144 Indian Hill Rd\, Canton\, CT \nFrom Rt 44 follow Indian Hill Rd .9 mi to Spaulding Hill Rd \nGo another .1mi and look for Canton Land Trust sign on left by the driveway.  \nJoin us for a two hour leisurely 2-mile hike at this gorgeous preserve. We’ll see what birds we can find.  Walking is easy on gently rolling trails with minimal elevation\, but footing can be uneven. Bug spray is recommended.  We’ll be using both Merlin to identify calls and eBird to log our discoveries. \nSarah Faulkner     sffaulkner@comcast.net             860-543-1280 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/mary-conklin-preserve-canton-9-25-2022/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T161321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220806T162051Z
UID:13865-1664006400-1664017200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #1 - 9/24/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leader:  Jon Ward – starting at 8 am \n990 Main St\, South Windsor \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St \nPark in front of stucco house. \nThe first of four morning walks designed for beginners at Hartford Audubon’s oldest sanctuary. Station 43 is an excellent birding area year ‘round and on each walk we will look for seasonal birds. The walk is roughly 2.5 miles long (about 3 hours) over flat terrain but we may encounter muddy areas and water covering parts of the path. Bring spotting scope if you have one. High\, water-proof boots and insect repellent are suggested. \n  \nhttps://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/station-43-wildlife-sanctuary/ \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/station-43-beginners-bird-walk-1-9-24-2022/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T084536
CREATED:20220806T161036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220903T130749Z
UID:13862-1663833600-1663840800@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Glastonbury Great Pond - 9/22/2022
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Annette Pasek – starting at 8 am \nEntrance is just beyond 451 Great Pond Rd\, Glastonbury on left \n From Rt. 17 – use south entrance to Great Pond Rd and  \ndrive in 0.2 mi.  Park on south side away from hydrants. \nExpect common CT birds as well as migratory. Habitat varies: woodland\, water\, shrub and field.  Count on chickadee\, nuthatch\, jay\, cardinal\, wren.  Many hawk\, duck and sparrow species.  There are always some surprises. 2.5 mile walk. Hilly terrain. Bring bug spray and sturdy shoes. \nAnnette Pasek               apasek@cox.net                     860-490-8357
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/glastonbury-great-pond-9-22-2022/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Pasek":MAILTO:apasek@cox.net
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