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SUMMARY:Canceled: Cape Ann & Newburyport\, MA  1/15/2022 - 2 days
DESCRIPTION:This trip has been canceled due to COVID. \nJan 15\,2022     Cape Ann & Newburyport\, MA Sat 2 days \nContact Fran at least one week in advance for details \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. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact:\nFrances D’Amico    frandamico525@yahoo.com 203-237-2734
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/cape-ann-newburyport-ma-1-15-2022-2-days/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Fran D%E2%80%99Amico":MAILTO:frandamico525@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220108T120000
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SUMMARY:Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #2 - 1/8/2022 - Sat 9 am
DESCRIPTION:Jan 8\, 2022    Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #2  – Saturday –  9 am \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/ \nPlease contact  Jon Ward with any questions: \nJon Ward   jward88787@aol.com      860-416-3958 T \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/station-43-beginners-bird-walk-2-1-8-2022-sat-9-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220201
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
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SUMMARY:Big January starting Saturday - 1/1/2025 -  All Month
DESCRIPTION:Jan 1\, 2022       Big January  – All Month \nAll of Hartford County \nIt’s that time again!  The Hartford Audubon Society (HAS) is pleased to announce our eighth annual Hartford County Big January of Birding birdwatching challenge. \nThe goal 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 a HAS member or reside in Hartford County to enter. \nGive yourself something to look forward to in January! Everyone is encouraged to join with other HAS members for a friendly competition to find the most bird species in Hartford County this month. \nTo participate\, birders should enter their daily or periodic observations onto ebird.org\, the free birdwatching site maintained by the Cornell University of Ornithology. \nIf you don’t use eBird\, you can list your species\, date seen\, location\, and brief description\, and send it via email to the address below by the end of January; it must be received by Friday\, February 4. \nAt the end of the month\, HAS will retrieve all the data for the county for the month and award prizes. \nTo enter\, 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 -? who can’t get outdoors during the week) who must see at least 50 species to enter\nAdults (ages 18 – ? 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 we award the Golden Grebe trophy to the person who first sees the most unusual or rare species. \nPlease feel free to share this email with all your bird-loving friends. We’d like nothing more than handing out dozens of certificates! \nContact Sarah Faulkner     sffaulkner@comcast.net    860-543-1280 Cell phone
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/big-january-starting-saturday-1-1-2022-all-month/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211220
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210814T160014Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count  - 12/19/2022 - Sunday All Day
DESCRIPTION:Dec 19\, 2022             Christmas Bird Count   Sun All Day \nBird 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. \nPlease contact Jay Kaplan if you have any questions: \njaybrd49@aol.com  – 860-693-0157 / 860-707-5246 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/christmas-bird-count-12-19-2022-sunday-all-day/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Kaplan":MAILTO:jaybrd49@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210808T165340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T153556Z
UID:13330-1636704000-1636909200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:DelMarVa Peninsula Field Trip -    Nov 12-14\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Nov 12-14\, 2021             DelMarVa Peninsula      \nDelaware\, Maryland and Virginia \nContact Peter for arrangements \nVisit Bombay Hook\, Chincoteague and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuges as well as Ocean City\, Elliot’s Pond\, Indian River Inlet and possibly Prime Hook NWR. These are top birding spots in this area. \nPlease contact Peter Stephan with any questions: Peter Stephan  stephraf@aol.com   860-729-8374 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/delmarva-peninsula-field-trip-nov-13-2021-2-3-days/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Stephan":MAILTO:stephraf@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T203630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T140424Z
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SUMMARY:Lewis Farm Sanctuary Bird Walk postponed till 10/19/2021  Wed 8:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Due to the wet season and outbreak of mosquitoes and other insects I  have decided to move the date until after frost. I discussed the matter with the caretakers of the property to help inform my decision. \npostponed to 10/19  \nOctober 19\, 2021 – 8:30            Lewis Farm Sanctuary  Wed 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/ \nPlease contact Abby if you have any questions:\nAbby Wolcott              abwol81@cox.net          860-436-7667 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/lewis-farm-sanctuary-bird-walk-9-29-2021-wed-830-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211011
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210808T165045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T151218Z
UID:13327-1633824000-1633910399@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Big Sit at Station 43 -  Oct 10\, 2021 - Sun All Day
DESCRIPTION:Oct 10\, 2021              Big Sit at Station 43      Sun All Day \nCoordinators:\nJay Kaplan 860-707-5246\nBrian Kleinman 860-655-7464\n990 Main St\, South Windsor \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St  \nPark in front of stucco house. Walk about .2 miles west on dirt road. \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St\, S Windsor \nA 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.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/big-sit-at-station-43-oct-102021-sun-all-day/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210808T164743Z
UID:13325-1633766400-1633773600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Greenstone Hollow Field Trip - 10/9/2021 - Saturday  - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Oct 9                  Greenstone Hollow             Sat 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 foot gear if it has rained recently. \nPlease contact Chris Fisher if you have any questions: \nChris&Diane Fisher   ChrisF001@aol.com     860-967-5976 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/greenstone-hollow-field-trip-10-9-2021-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris / Diane Fisher":MAILTO:chrisf001@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210808T164516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210808T164525Z
UID:13323-1633161600-1633176000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Smith Richardson Sparrowdise - October 2\, 2021  Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Oct 2\,2021       Smith Richardson Sparrowdise  Sat 8 am \nSmith Richardson Sanctuary\, 39 Sasco Creek Rd\, Westport \nMeet at the corner of Sasco Creek and Hedley Farms Roads \nSigns indicate each of the preserve’s three parcels. \nCome and visit the CT Audubon Society Smith Richardson Preserve with its spectacular fall stopover habitat for land birds.  This is a great place for sparrows and other seed eating birds.  The trails are flat and wide with maybe a mile of easy walking.  Time might run until noon. The Connecticut Audubon Society has embarked on a massive habitat restoration project here in recent years.  Feed plots are planted to help out compete invasive plants in between the planted trees and shrubs.  Can be amazing for sparrows. Has hosted Blue Grosbeak\, Dickcissel\, Lark Sparrow and Clay-colored Sparrows in recent years. \nhttps://www.ctaudubon.org/sanctuaries/smith-richardson/#sthash.opkXr5qS.npMOvRgv.dpbs \nPlease contact Patrick with any questions:\nPatrick Comins     pcomins@ctaudubon.org   860-977-4469 T \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/smith-richardson-sparrowdise-october-2-2021-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Comins":MAILTO:pcomins@audubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T203843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210807T203843Z
UID:13310-1633014000-1633028400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Cruisin' with Birds & Brews Field Trip 9/30/2021   Thu 3 pm
DESCRIPTION: Sep 30        Cruisin’ with Birds & Brews   Thu 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 \nPlease contact Annette with any questions:  Annette Pasek    apasek@cox.net  860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/cruisin-with-birds-brews-field-trip-9-30-2021-thu-3-pm/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T203447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T184811Z
UID:13306-1632645000-1632655800@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Keeney Park - Hartford's Jewel  9/26/2021  Sun 8:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 26      Keeney Park – Hartford’s Jewel Sun 8:30  am \n171 Windsor Ave\, Windsor\, CT \nPark in Golf Club Parking Lot or refer to Bus Schedule. \nThis walk is flat and easy walking on both paved and wooded trails. We hope to see Blue Birds\, fall warblers and others as we enjoy this hidden jewel of a park. The walk will last 2 – 3 hours\, depending on what we find. Great for beginners\, but always good for seasoned veterans. Dress appropriately for the weather and use bug spray. \nPlease contact the following people if you have any questions: \nBlair Wlochowski   bwlochowski@yahoo.com 860-614-8281  T \nAnnette Pasek             apasek@cox.net            860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/keeney-park-hartfords-jewel-9-26-2021-sun-830-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T203222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210807T203232Z
UID:13304-1632556800-1632567600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #1 Sat 9/25/2021  8 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 25  Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #1 Sat 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. \nhttps://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/station-43-wildlife-sanctuary/ \nPlease contact Jon Ward with any questions:  jward88787@aol.com      860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/station-43-beginners-bird-walk-1-sat-9-25-2021-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T203009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T215630Z
UID:13302-1632384000-1632394800@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED -Glastonbury Great Pond Bird Walk - 9/23/2021 Thursday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 23           Glastonbury Great Pond      Thu 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. \nPlease contact Annette with any questions:\nAnnette Pasek              apasek@cox.net           860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/glastonbury-great-pond-bird-walk-9-23-2021-thursday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210920
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T204543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T191102Z
UID:13318-1632009600-1632095999@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Booth Hill  9/19/2021/ Sunday 9 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 19         Hawk Watch at Booth Hill     Sun 9 am \nBooth Hill\, CT Rt 20\, West Hartland \nFrom Granby center follow Rt 20 west for 14.8 miles \nPark on side of road and walk south less than 100 feet \nView Broad-winged Hawks at the peak of their migration through Connecticut.  Bring a chair\, binoculars\, food and drink\, and spend as long as you want – all  day or until the hawks stop. Scopes are helpful if you have one. \nThis is E-bird Hot Spot L36 https://ebird.org/hotspot/L36. and records species in September:  Broad winged Hawk\, Sharp-shinned\, red-tailed\, Kestrel\, Bald Eagle\, Osprey\, turkey\, flycatchers\, phoebe\, vireos\, and others \nHawk watching will go on as long as we are spotting them.  no definite timeframes. \nPlease contact Paul with any questions:    Paul Carrier    860-689-6590
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hawk-watch-at-booth-hill-9-19-2021-sunday-9-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210919
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T204443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T191155Z
UID:13316-1631923200-1632009599@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Booth Hill  9/18/2021 / Sat 9 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 18         Hawk Watch at Booth Hill      Sat 9 am \nBooth Hill\, CT Rt 20\, West Hartland \nFrom Granby center follow Rt 20 west for 14.8 miles \nPark on side of road and walk south less than 100 feet \nView Broad-winged Hawks at the peak of their migration through Connecticut.  Bring a chair\, binoculars\, food and drink\, and spend as long as you want – all  day or until the hawks stop. Scopes are helpful if you have one. \nThis is E-bird Hot Spot L36 https://ebird.org/hotspot/L36. and records species in September:  Broad winged Hawk\, Sharp-shinned\, red-tailed\, Kestrel\, Bald Eagle\, Osprey\, turkey\, flycatchers\, phoebe\, vireos\, and others \nHawk watching will go on as long as we are spotting them.  no definite timeframes. \nPlease contact Paul with any questions:    Paul Carrier    860-689-6590 \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hawk-watch-at-booth-hill-9-18-2021-sat-9-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210916
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T204323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T191238Z
UID:13314-1631664000-1631750399@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Booth Hill - 9/15/2021
DESCRIPTION: Sep 15         Hawk Watch at Booth Hill    Wed 9 am \nBooth Hill\, CT Rt 20\, West Hartland \nFrom Granby center follow Rt 20 west for 14.8 miles \nPark on side of road and walk south less than 100 feet \nView Broad-winged Hawks at the peak of their migration through Connecticut.  Bring a chair\, binoculars\, food and drink\, and spend as long as you want – all  day or until the hawks stop. Scopes are helpful if you have one. \nThis is E-bird Hot Spot L36 https://ebird.org/hotspot/L36. and records species in September:  Broad winged Hawk\, Sharp-shinned\, red-tailed\, Kestrel\, Bald Eagle\, Osprey\, turkey\, flycatchers\, phoebe\, vireos\, and others \nHawk watching will go on as long as we are spotting them.  no definite timeframes. \nPlease contact Paul with any questions:    Paul Carrier    860-689-6590 \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/other-hawk-watches-9-15-2021-see-sept-10-entry-for-more-information/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210915
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T204059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T191322Z
UID:13312-1631577600-1631663999@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Booth Hill  - 9/14/2021 - Tuesday 9 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 14         Hawk Watch at Booth Hill     Tue 9 am \nBooth Hill\, CT Rt 20\, West Hartland \nFrom Granby center follow Rt 20 west for 14.8 miles \nPark on side of road and walk south less than 100 feet \nView Broad-winged Hawks at the peak of their migration through Connecticut.  Bring a chair\, binoculars\, food and drink\, and spend as long as you want – all  day or until the hawks stop. Scopes are helpful if you have one. \nThis is E-bird Hot Spot L36 https://ebird.org/hotspot/L36. and records species in September:  Broad winged Hawk\, Sharp-shinned\, red-tailed\, Kestrel\, Bald Eagle\, Osprey\, turkey\, flycatchers\, phoebe\, vireos\, and others \nHawk watching will go on as long as we are spotting them.  no definite timeframes. \nPlease contact Paul with any questions:    Paul Carrier    860-689-6590
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hawk-watch-at-booth-hill-9-14-2021-tuesday-9-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T202818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T230053Z
UID:13300-1631347200-1631358000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED - Simsbury River Walk   9/11/2021 Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 11             Simsbury River Walk          Sat 8 am \n 46 Drake Hill Rd\, Simsbury \nPark at the Simsbury High School Crew Boathouse \nAcross Drake Hill Rd from the 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 \nPlease contact the following people with any questions: \nMike LaBossiere   Kestrel.labossiere@gmail.com 860-978-3646 T \nDoug Beach      \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/simsbury-river-walk-9-11-2021-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T202620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210807T202620Z
UID:13298-1631347200-1631358000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:  Great Pond Simsbury  Bird Walk - 9/11/2021 Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 11             Great Pond Simsbury          Sat 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 one 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 \nContact Jon Ward with any questions:  jward88787@aol.com      860-416-3958 T \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/great-pond-simsbury-bird-walk-9-11-2021-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210908T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210908T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20210807T202404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210807T202434Z
UID:13296-1631089800-1631100600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hilltop Farm Bird Walk - 9/8/2021
DESCRIPTION:Hilltop Farm          Wed 8:30 am \n1616 Mapleton Ave\, Suffield\, CT \nEnter at Work Day Sign Entrance \nPark near the red barn.  Addional parking signs will be posted.  \nWalk around this 7.9-acre historic homestead and adjacent town-owned open space.  View the eagles’ nest from the boardwalk which is surrounded by newly planted native species purchased with a HAS grant.  Stroll by the Connecticut River\, an inland pond\, and the Community Garden plots.  Visit the Corn Crib Garden area home to bluebirds\, wrens and hummingbirds.  This area provides a more passive area for those who would like to sit and relax while enjoying birds and butterflies. This area has also been enhanced with the HAS grant.  Butterfly\, pollinator\, and hummingbird gardens surround the historic barn. Easy walking on 2.5-3 miles of farm road and well-established woodland trails.  3 hours.   https://www.hilltopfarmsuffield.org/visit \nContact Joan Heffernan with any questions: joanheffernan@gmail.com /860-668-5328 / 860-983-5158
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hilltop-farm-bird-walk-9-8-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T171621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210423T131919Z
UID:12812-1622880000-1622894400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED - Jun 5\, 2021 - Greenstone Hollow - Saturday\, 8 am
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED \nJun 5                 Greenstone Hollow            Sat 8 am \nCelebrate CT Trails Day \n31 Ridge Blvd\, East Granby \nPark on north side of road \nCelebrate CT Trails Day with a leisurely bird walk on trails through mixed woodlands and fields\, across wetlands and near ponds.  This is held in conjunction with CFPA’s Trails Day when there are hundreds of events across the state.  Park along the right (north) side of the road. Flat easy walking.  About one mile.  Expect mud\, and water if it has been raining recently.  Many habitat types:  woods\, marsh\, shrub field\, beaver pond\, cedar woods.  Should be very good for spring warblers.   E-Bird Hotspot. \nLarry Lunden        Killdeer431@comcast.net      860-232-2416 \nSarah Faulkner     sffaulkner@comcast.net      860-543-1280 T \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/jun-5-2021-greenstone-hollow-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Lunden":MAILTO:killdeer431@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210530T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T171411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210529T141255Z
UID:12810-1622359800-1622376000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED: May 30\, 2021 - Station 43 Wetland Birds -  Sunday 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:The Station 43 bird walk for Sunday 5/30 will be cancelled due to steady rain in the forecast. \nMay 30\, 2021 –  Station 43 Wetland Birds –  Sunday 7:30 am \n990 Main St\, South Windsor  \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St\, South Windsor \nPark in front of stucco house \nThe trip focuses on finding wetland birds such as Virginia Rail\, Sora\, Marsh Wren\, Least Bittern\, Swamp Sparrow\, and Wood Duck! Boots and insect repellant are advised. Terrain:  Flat wide trail.  Distance:  up to 2 miles and birding several hours. \nPaul Cianfaglione   pgcianfaglione@gmail.com  860-836-3443 \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-30-2021-station-43-wetland-birds-sunday-730-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Cianfaglione":MAILTO:pgcianfaglione@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210522T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T171044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T163300Z
UID:12807-1621670400-1621789200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 22\, 2021 - Catskills and Hudson Valley\, NY Saturday -  2 days
DESCRIPTION:May 22\, 2021 – Catskills and Hudson Valley\, NY  –   Saturday 2 days \nContact Peter for arrangements \nVisit Perch River Marsh\, Cape Vincent\, Fort Drum\, Ferd’s Bog and Moose River Plains with stops along the way when Peter hears birds. \nPeter Stephan             stephraf@aol.com             860-729-8374 \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-22-2021-catskills-and-hudson-valley-ny-saturday-2-days/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Stephan":MAILTO:stephraf@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210522T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210522T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T170811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T163215Z
UID:12805-1621666800-1621677600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 22\, 2021 - Fisher Meadows - Saturday 7 am
DESCRIPTION:May 22\, 2021 – Fisher Meadows  – Saturday 7 am \n800 Old Farms Rd\, Avon \nFisher Meadows Parking Lot at main entrance \nTake an easy morning stroll\, suitable for all levels of birders\, around the pond. Habitats include fields\, woodlands\, and shrub land. \nBrian Toal             BrianToal@SBCGlobal.net      860-677-7156 \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-22-2021-fisher-meadows-saturday-7-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Toal":MAILTO:briantoal@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T164606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T163139Z
UID:12802-1621150200-1621164600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 16\, 2021 - Nepaug -  Sunday 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:May 16\, 2021 –  Nepaug – Sun 7:30 am \nCommuter Parking Lot\,  Rt 179\, Canton  \nJust north of the intersection with Rt 44.  \nGPS Coordinates 41.836483\, -72.928424 \nThis roving trip to an excellent area always produces interesting migrants. Flat\, level walking except one portion is moderately uphill for a short distance. Usually about 5 hr with about 3 mi. on foot.  Bug spray and comfortable walking shoes recommended.  Limited restrooms.  Come see Nepaug at its best. \nJamie Meyers     sunnyctredbird@gmail.com     860-693-4497 \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-16-2021-nepaug-sunday-730-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Meyers":MAILTO:sunnyctredbird@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T164337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T163841Z
UID:12800-1621065600-1621072800@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 15\,2021 - Greenstone Hollow  - Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:May 15\, 2021 –  Greenstone Hollow –  Saturday 8 am \n31 Ridge Blvd\, East Granby \nPark on north side of road \nEnjoy a morning walk at a Hartford Audubon sanctuary with shrub\, swamp\, marsh\, wet meadow\, pond and wooded habitats. Flat easy walking.  About one mile.  Expect mud\, and water if it has been raining recently.  Many habitat types:  woods\, marsh\, shrub field\, beaver pond\, cedar woods.  Should be very good for spring warblers. \nhttps://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/greenstone-hollow-nature-preserve/ \nLarry Lunden        Killdeer431@comcast.net      860-232-2416 \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-152021-greenstone-hollow-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Lunden":MAILTO:killdeer431@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T163912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162938Z
UID:12796-1621063800-1621076400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 15\, 2021 - Machimoodus Park - Saturday 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:May 15\, 2021 – Machimoodus    – Saturday 7:30 am \n128 Leesville Rd\, Moodus \nFrom Goodspeed Opera House\, follow 149 north to Rt 151 \nBear left on 151 and parking lot entrance is on left in 1 mile \nThis state park is an area new for most HAS members. It has woods\, a hemlock ravine\, grassy fields\, and early successional habitat along the Salmon River. Kayak rentals are available after the trip. \nTrail Map at \nhttps://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/stateparks/maps/MachimoodusTrailMappdf.pdf?la=en \nAlberta&Rob Mirer   twomirers@comcast.net / 860-891-8364 T \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates. \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-15-2021-machimoodus-park-saturday-730-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Alberta / Rob Mirer":MAILTO:twomirers@comcast.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210516
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T164123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T163025Z
UID:12798-1621036800-1621123199@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 15\, 2021 -   Mount Auburn & Plum Island\, MA Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:May 15\, 2021 –  Mount Auburn & Plum Island\, MA  – Saturday 8 am \n580 Mt Auburn St\, Cambridge\, MA \nMount Auburn Cemetery entrance inside front gate. \nAfter cemetery we drive to Plum Island\, Newburyport\,  MA \nMt. Auburn Cemetery is a beautiful park-like cemetery and arboretum which is famous as a Spring migration hotspot and also for the number of notable people buried there. Notable is the wide variety of warblers found there. After finishing at Mt. Auburn we will drive to the Parker River NWR on Plum Island\, off the coast of Newburyport to see more warblers\, waterfowl\, and shore birds. \nwww.mountauburn.org \nwww.fws.gov/refuge/parker_river \nJon Ward              JWard88787@aol.com   860-416-3958 T \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-15-2021-mount-auburn-plum-island-ma-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T163104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162833Z
UID:12792-1620460800-1620471600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 8\, 2021 - Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge -  Saturday  8 am
DESCRIPTION:May 8\, 2021 – Fannie Stebbins Wildlife Refuge –  Saturday  8 am \n202 Bark Haul Rd\, Longmeadow\, MA \nPark by sign at the end of the road \nA wonderful mix of ponds\, swamps\, woods\, and fields Fannie Stebbins has ideal habitat for a wide variety of birds. The loop trail we will take is 2.2 miles long and brings us along or through all of the habitats. This is an easy walk\, although it may be wet or muddy in places. Bring bug spray. \nDirections: I-91 N to Exit 49 (Longmeadow) \nRight at exit onto Rt 5 N \nRt 5 N  ~2.2 miles to intersection with Bark Haul Rd (on left) \nTake Bark Haul Rd to end \nMeet at the sign \nhttps://www.hikingproject.com/directory/8013979/fannie-stebbins-wildlife-refuge \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com       860-416-3958 T \nBill Grant                billgrant@hotmail.com       203-915-2142 T \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-8-2021-fannie-stebbins-wildlife-refuge-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T175349
CREATED:20200808T163608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T122106Z
UID:12794-1620457200-1620475200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED - May 8\, 2021 - East Rock Park - Saturday 7 am
DESCRIPTION:May 8\, 2021 –  East Rock –  Saturday 7 am \n915 Whitney Ave\, Hamden \nEli Whitney Museum parking lot \nThis is one of the best spots to find migrating warblers\, as it is the first large land mass birds see after crossing Long Island Sound. Walk about 2 miles over 3 hours with some hills. \nPaul Desjardins   Paul.desjardins2@gmail.com  860-623-3696 \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-8-2021-east-rock-park-saturday-7-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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