Field Trips
Join us on our next field trip and see what you've been missing. Most of our trips are free and open to the public, and beginners are always welcomed.
Christmas Bird Count
For those new to birding or to the Christmas Bird Count, this is the longest running of all citizen-science surveys. The Count was begun in 1900 as an alternative to the Christmas hunt during which thousands of birds were shot for dinner or merely for sport. Christmas Bird Counts provide valuable information on trends in…
Full DetailsStation 43 Beginners Bird Walk #2
This will be a cold one, but don’t let that discourage you from coming.
Full DetailsCape 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.
Full DetailsCape 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.
Full DetailsHartford 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
Full DetailsStation 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.
Full DetailsWoodcocks at Nod Brook
See the unique mating display or “sky dance” of the American Woodcock on a relatively short evening trip.
Full DetailsWestern Connecticut Shoreline
Take a morning tour from Sherwood Island to New Haven looking for late wintering birds and early spring migrants
Full DetailsSachuest Point, RI
View Harlequin Ducks and seabirds hard to see in CT. Also visit Trustom Pond, Ninigret, and locations showing rarities. Bring lunch.
Full DetailsGreat Pond, Simsbury
Great Pond is the biggest part of a beautiful state forest and a neat place for a morning walk. Expect a nice assortment of birds, with some about to leave and others arriving.
Full DetailsOvernight trips: For any overnight trips, the leader must be contacted two weeks prior.
Weekday walks: Please check the website and HASnotes for field trip announcements.
Note: Please inform the leaders if you plan to join the group. Pouring rain generally cancels a trip, but it may not be raining at the trip site, so call.
Attendees are responsible for their own meals, travel expenses and accommodations, when applicable.
Please check the website for any changes to field trip dates due to weather or other circumstances.
Members and non-members can email us at info@HartfordAudubon.org for further information or assistance. You may also contact the trip leader listed for a particular trip via email or phone.
Reminder: The Hartford Audubon Society Board would like to encourage its members and guests to take seriously the goals of this organization to promote conservation of our natural resources and car pool whenever possible.