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SUMMARY:October 10\, 2020 - Greenstone Hollow - Saturday\, 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Oct 10\, 2020 – Greenstone Hollow –  Saturday 8 am \n Subject to the COVID-19 restrictions for a maximum of 10 participants.  You must pre-register.  Please contact trip leaders to register and if you have any additional questions: \nChris&Diane Fisher   ChrisF001@aol.com       860-967-5976 T \n31 Ridge Rd\, 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. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/october-10-2020-greenstone-hollow-saturday-8-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris / Diane Fisher":MAILTO:chrisf001@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201003T120000
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SUMMARY:Smith Richardson Preserve in Westport\, CT - Trip Report - 10/3/2020
DESCRIPTION:Five birders joined me for a trip to the Connecticut Audubon Society’s Smith Richardson Preserve in Westport\, an excellent place to see sparrows and other migrants particularly in fall migration.    The trip lasted for about 3.5 hours and we walked 2.73 miles. \nThe birds were quite skittish today and some folks had trouble getting on the birds before they ducked into cover\, and some birds were only seen by 1-2 participants. \nHighlights included:  Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers\, Blue-headed Vireo\, Red-breasted Nuthatches\, a Marsh Wren\, Grasshopper Sparrow (only seen by leader)\, Clay-colored Sparrow (only seen by two)\, Field Sparrow\, White-crowned Sparrows\, Lincoln’s Sparrows\, Tennessee Warbler\, lots of Indigo Buntings and two Blue Grosbeaks\, seen only by a few. \nPatrick \nPatrick Comins \nExecutive Director \n(203) 259 0416 x107
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/smith-richardson-preserve-in-westport-ct-trip-report-10-3-2020/
LOCATION:CT
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Comins":MAILTO:pcomins@audubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
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SUMMARY:October 3\, 2020 - Smith Richardson Sanctuary - Saturday\, 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Oct 3\, 2020 –  Smith Richardson Sparrowdise  –  Saturday 8 am \nBeing held subject to COVID-19 restrictions.  \nPlease contact trip leader for any questions: \nPatrick Comins     pcomins@ctaudubon.org    860-977-4469 T \n\n Smith Richardson Sanctuary\, 39 Sasco Creek Rd\, Westport\n\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
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/october-3-2020-smith-richardson-sanctuary-saturday-8-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Comins":MAILTO:pcomins@audubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200808T145512Z
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SUMMARY:September 30\, 2020 - Lewis Farm Sanctuary - Wednesday\, 8:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 30\, 2020 –  Lewis Farm Sanctuary  – Wednesday 8:30 am \nSubject to COVID-19 restrictions. \nContact Abby Wolcott to make reservation or if you have any additional questions. \nAbby Wolcott              abwol81@cox.net          860-436-7667 T \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/
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/september-30-2020-lewis-farm-sanctuary-wednesday-830-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T125722Z
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SUMMARY:Great Pond\, Glastonbury Trip Report - Sep 23\, 2020 8:01 AM - 10:17 AM
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader:   Annette Pasek\nGreat Pond\, Glastonbury\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, US\nSep 23\, 2020 8:01 AM – 10:17 AM\nProtocol: Traveling\n1.322 mile(s)\nChecklist Comments:     Seven of us gathered at Great Pond preserve in South Glastonbury. Winds were mild with a chilly start at 55 degrees and clear skies. Entrance provided good birding as well as the mud flats at the pond. \nBest birds\, Sandpipers Solitary / Least\, Lesser Yellowleg\, Killdeer\, Warblers / Black and White\, Black-throated Green\, Blackburnian. \n28 species include: \nMourning Dove  2\nKilldeer  4\nLeast Sandpiper  17\nSolitary Sandpiper  2\nLesser Yellowlegs  2     Good looks bill length not as long as greater bigger than solitary near one another.\nGreat Blue Heron  1\nCooper’s Hawk  1\nRed-shouldered Hawk  2     One immature\nRed-bellied Woodpecker  2\nDowny Woodpecker  2\nHairy Woodpecker  1\nEastern Phoebe  1\nBlue Jay  4\nAmerican Crow  7\nBlack-capped Chickadee  3\nTufted Titmouse  1\nWhite-breasted Nuthatch  3\nCarolina Wren  3\nGray Catbird  4\nAmerican Robin  10\nHouse Finch  2\nAmerican Goldfinch  6\nChipping Sparrow  2\nRed-winged Blackbird  5\nCommon Grackle  1\nBlack-and-white Warbler  1\nBlackburnian Warbler  1\nBlack-throated Green Warbler  1 \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/great-pond-glastonbury-trip-report-sep-23-2020-801-am-1017-am/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
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SUMMARY:September 26\, 2020 - Station 43 Beginners Walk #1 - Saturday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 26  Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #1 Sat 8 am \nSubject to COVID-19 restrictions for a maximum of 8 participants.  You must pre-register. \nPlease contact trip leader to register and if you have any additional questions: \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com       860-416-3958 T \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/
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/september-26-2020-station-43-beginners-walk-1-saturday-8-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T184103Z
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SUMMARY:September 26\, 2020 -Glastonbury Meadows - Saturday - 7 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 26\, 2020 –  Glastonbury Meadows  –  Saturday 7 am \nBeing held subject to COVID-19 restrictions.  \n\nPlease contact Bill for reservations and directions and any other questions you may have:\n\nBill Asteriades     bill.asteriades@gmail.com      860-690-1152 \nAndrew Dasinger              amdasinger@gmail.com  860 652-5925 \n\nA morning walk through one of the best birding locations in Hartford County which includes a marsh\, farmland with weedy growth\, and bordering trees. The terrain consists of dirt roads and farmland\, which can be moderately difficult at times. It can be wet in spots with any recent rainfall. Ankle-size boots\, long pants and bug spray are recommended. We typically end the walk by late morning or early afternoon depending on bird activity. Birders can leave early. Terrain is flat with road   Can be wet in spots.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/september-26-2020-glastonbury-meadows-saturday-7-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Asteriades":MAILTO:bill.asteriades@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200904T182855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200907T160021Z
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SUMMARY:Glastonbury Great Pond - September 23 - Wednesday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION: Sep 23              Glastonbury Great Pond         Wed 8 am \nPlease contact the trip leader for any questions: \nAnnette Pasek                   apasek@cox.net               860-490-8357 T \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.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/glastonbury-great-pond-september-23-wednesday-8-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200908T181640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T183213Z
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SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Booth Hill - September 20 - Sunday  9 am
DESCRIPTION:Being held subject to COVID-19 restrictions\, except that there is no maximum number of participants but you must pre-register.  Please contact trip leader Paul Carrier to pre-register or if you have any additional questions: \nCarrierGraphics@sbcglobal.net      860-689-6590 T \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 \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
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hawk-watch-at-booth-hill-september-20-sunday-9-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Carrier":MAILTO:carriergraphics@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200908T181502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T183117Z
UID:12907-1600506000-1600520400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Booth Hill - September 19 - Saturday 9 am
DESCRIPTION:Being held subject to COVID-19 restrictions\, except that there is no maximum number of participants but you must pre-register.  Please contact trip leader Paul Carrier to pre-register or if you have any additional questions: \nCarrierGraphics@sbcglobal.net      860-689-6590 T \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 \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
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hawk-watch-at-booth-hill-september-19-saturday-9-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Carrier":MAILTO:carriergraphics@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200908T180907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T105026Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Hawk Watch at Booth Hill - September 16 - Wed 9 am
DESCRIPTION:Being held subject to COVID-19 restrictions\, except that there is no maximum number of participants but you must pre-register.  Please contact trip leader Paul Carrier to pre-register or if you have any additional questions: \nCarrierGraphics@sbcglobal.net      860-689-6590 T \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 \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 \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hawk-watch-at-booth-hill-september-16-wed-9-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Carrier":MAILTO:carriergraphics@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200904T182343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200907T155838Z
UID:12875-1599897600-1599915600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Great Pond Simsbury Bird Walk - September 12 - Saturday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Sat\, Sept 12\, Great Pond\, Simsbury. Being held subject to COVID-19 restrictions\, subject to the COVID-19 restrictions for a maximum of 8 participants.  You must pre-register. \nPlease contact trip leader to register and if you have any additional questions:\nJon Ward          jward88787@aol.com           860-416-3958 T \nLocation:  156 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
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/great-pond-simsbury-bird-walk-september-12-saturday-8-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200904T182102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T181352Z
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SUMMARY:Hawk Watch at Booth Hill - September 11 at 9 am
DESCRIPTION:Sep 11            Hawk Watch at Booth Hill          Fri 9 am \nBeing held subject to COVID-19 restrictions\, except that there is no maximum number of participants but you must pre-register.  Please contact trip leader Paul Carrier to pre-register or if you have any additional questions: \nCarrierGraphics@sbcglobal.net      860-689-6590 T \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 \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 watches will also be held on the following dates at this location and may also be subject to COVID 19 regulations:   Please check with trip leader in advance. \n Sep 16            Hawk Watch at Booth Hill       Wed 9 am \nSep 19            Hawk Watch at Booth Hill         Sat 9 am \nSep 20            Hawk Watch at Booth Hill        Sun 9 am
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hawk-watch-at-booth-hill-september-11-friday-9-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Carrier":MAILTO:carriergraphics@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200908T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200808T132424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200906T223503Z
UID:12669-1599593400-1599598800@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:September 8\, 2020 Monthly Meeting: Rays of the Sun-A Hummingbird Sampler
DESCRIPTION:“Rays of the Sun” – A Hummingbird Sampler \nSpeaker: Chris Wood \nChris will present an illustrated discussion on hummingbirds\, one of birders’ favorite families. Called “rays of the sun (huitzitzil)” by the Aztecs\, who also thought them reincarnations of brave warriors\, they have long captured affection for their colors\, boldness\, and diversity. Chris Wood has been an active birder and bird photographer for 45 years. He is currently a member of the Connecticut Ornithological Association Board of Directors and is a former member of the Avian Records Committee of Connecticut. \nPlease Note:  This meeting will be held virtually via ZOOM –  \nIf you did not receive the link\, or are from the public and would like to participate\, please email HAS President Sarah Faulkner for the link at sffaulkner@comcast.net”
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/september-8-2020-monthly-meeting-rays-of-the-sun-a-hummingbird-sampler/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200615
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200703T130235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200703T131623Z
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SUMMARY:Hartford Summer Bird Count Summary - June 13-14\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:HARTFORD SUMMER BIRD COUNT SUMMARY – JUNE 13-14 2020 \nWhat a strange year this has been!  After some question as to whether there should even be Summer Bird Counts (SBC) in Connecticut the decision was made to hold them as scheduled.  It was reasoned that birding lends itself nicely to social distancing and the Hartford SBC was held with the recommendation that people go out individually or only with family members rather than in larger groups. \nJune 13th-14th 2020 provided great weather on both days of the weekend.  There was concern that participation might suffer because of  COVID-19\, however\, this proved not to be the case as over 60 observers spread out over the Hartford area as compared to 38 participants in 2019.   That is not to say that there were not issues. \nIn the Hartford area\, we were denied access to the campus of the University of Hartford from which we access the Park River and the areas behind the magnet school.  Apparently the campus is closed without authorized permission to enter. \nWe will check into this before December’s Christmas Bird Count.  In addition to more participants\, this year also saw a significant increase in party hours as a total of 195 far exceeded last year’s 127.5 party hours. \nTotal species came in at 110\, a decrease by two from 2019\, and included one rather astonishing report.  A possible Western Meadowlark was observed and photographed in the Glastonbury meadows.  Although we are including this sighting on our report for now\, this record has been forwarded to the Avian Record Committee for evaluation.   A decision will probably not come until after the Committee’s annual meeting in early 2021.   Although nothing compares to this sighting\, additional birds of note included a Great Egret in Wethersfield (last year a bird was seen across the Connecticut River in Glastonbury)\, an American Woodcock and Yellow-rumped Warbler in East Hartford\, a Herring Gull in Hartford\, a Sharp-shinned Hawk in Glastonbury\, a Blue-headed Vireo in Bloomfield\, and a Worm-eating Warbler in West Hartford. \nOther species went unreported this year.  The marshes of South Windsor and Glastonbury did not produce any Sora or Virginia Rails this year\, perhaps due to the drought?  A number of species\, represented by a single individual in 2019\, did not return this year.  These included Mute Swan\, Ring-necked Pheasant\, Tri-colored Heron\, and Brown Thrasher.  Grasshopper Sparrow was missed for the second consecutive year\, although other grassland birds were well represented. \nA single American Kestrel was reported from South Windsor\, while at least two Peregrine Falcon nests provided 7 of these magnificent raptors.  Ospreys continue to increase as there are now at least a half dozen nests in the greater Hartford area.  Twenty ospreys\, a new high count\, were tallied on this year’s Count. Bald Eagles are also doing well with several nests reported along the Connecticut River and 15 eagles reported. \nWith regard to swallows\, the small Purple Martin colony in Glastonbury is hanging on with five birds reported.  Cliff Swallows in Bloomfield\, West Hartford and Windsor totaled 40 birds between these three sites.   Although our Count tallied 11 warbler species\, several were in very low numbers.  I do believe that more extensive coverage in the West Hartford Reservoir system and in the woodlands in Manchester might increase these numbers.  Rentschler Field\, once the premier site for grassland birds\, is now no longer accessible and is being managed in such a way that it is no longer providing habitat for grassland species.   Let us hope the few remaining grassland habitats will continue into the future. \nThe Hartford SBC\, has now completed its thirtieth year\, providing information on the status of breeding bird populations in the Hartford area.  In the third season of what was a three year\, but has become a four year state-wide atlasing project\, the Summer Bird Count continues to add valuable data to this worthy effort.  As compiler\, I thank the area captains and the 62 participants who donated their time to participate in the Count this year.  Results of ours and the other Connecticut SBCs will be published in an upcoming edition of The Connecticut Warbler\, quarterly journal of the Connecticut Ornithological Association.  For more information on the atlasing project\, go to www.ctbirdatlas.org \nA full accounting of the species found on the Hartford Count is available by e-mailing me at jaybrd49@aol.com \nJay Kaplan\, Compiler \nHartford Summer Bird Count \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hartford-summer-bird-count-summary-june-13-14-2020/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Kaplan":MAILTO:jaybrd49@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200615
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T004851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T181328Z
UID:1507-1592006400-1592179199@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:UPDATED - PLEASE READ -June 13-14\, 2020 - Summer Bird Count - Saturday-Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Hartford Summer Bird Count Update from Jay Kaplan\, Compiler: \nPlease note that the Summer Bird Count (SBA) will take place on the second weekend of June.  This count can be done individually and does not require birding in groups.  Additional information will be forthcoming after the conclusion of the ongoing spring census. \nJay Kaplan\, Compiler \nJoin Hartford Audubon members as we participate in the 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 collect breeding bird data and track species trends for Connecticut. \nFor more information\, contact Jay at 860-693-0157 or jaybrd49@aol.com
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/june-13-14-2020-summer-bird-count-saturday-sunday/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190803T215615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T224109Z
UID:1389-1591725600-1591736400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled -  June 9\, 2020 - Pot Luck Picnic and Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Dear Hartford Audubon Members\,\n\nWith sadness I’m writing to let you know that we’re canceling the June 9th Potluck Picnic we hold every year at Northwest Park.  The Park has canceled all events\, and although we considered relocating the picnic it seems premature for us to return to a social event.  So\, I wish you all a wonderful summer!\n\nThe new Program Book will be mailed in August.  I look forward to seeing you all while out birding — socially distanced\, of course!\n\nSarah Faulkner\nHAS President\n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/june-9-2020-pot-luck-picnic-and-bird-walk/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T004652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200509T003940Z
UID:1505-1591430400-1591455600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - June 6\, 2020 - Greenstone Hollow/Trails Day - Saturday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders – Sarah Faulkner and Larry Lunden \nCelebrate CT Trails Day with a leisurely 2-hour bird walk on trails through mixed woodlands and fields\, across wetlands and near ponds. Wear boots and bring insect repellant. \nRidge Blvd\, E Granby – meet at main entrance at the end of the guard rail. \nFor more information\, contact Sarah at 860-543-1280 or sffaulkner@comcast.net or contact Larry at 860-232-2416 or killdeer431@comcast.net
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/june-6-2020-greenstone-hollow-trails-day-saturday-8-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200531T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T004326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T211050Z
UID:1503-1590910200-1590937200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - May 31\, 2020 - Station 43 - Sunday - 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader – Paul Cianfaglione \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. \nMeet at corner of Newberry Rd and Main St\, S Windsor \nFor more information – contact Paul at 860-836-3443 or pgcianfaglione@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-31-2020-station-43-sunday-730-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T003900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T211245Z
UID:1501-1590220800-1590426000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:STILL PLANNED and dependent on hotel availability: May 23\, 2020 - Watertown\, NY - 3 days
DESCRIPTION:STILL PLANNED and dependent on hotel availability: May 23\, 2020 – Watertown\, NY – 3 days \nTrip Leader – Peter Stephan \nVisit Perch River Marsh\, Cape Vincent\, Fort Drum\, Ferd’s Bog and Moose River Plains with stops along the way when Peter hears birds. \nCall Peter for arrangements at 860-729-8374 or stephraf@aol.com \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-23-2020-watertown-ny-3-days/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T003659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T211004Z
UID:1499-1590220800-1590246000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled -May 23\, 2020 - Greenstone Hollow - Saturday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader – Larry Lunden \nEnjoy a morning walk at a Hartford Audubon sanctuary with shrub\, swamp\, marsh\, wet meadow\, pond and wooded habitats. \nRidge Blvd\, E Granby – Main entrance at the end of the guard rail. \nFor more information\, contact Larry at 860-232-2416 or killdeer431@comcast.net
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-23-2020-greenstone-hollow-saturday-8-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200523T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T003438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T210930Z
UID:1497-1590217200-1590246000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - May 23\, 2020 - Fisher Meadows - Saturday - 7 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader:  Brian Toal \nTake an easy morning stroll\, suitable for all levels of birders\, around the pond. Habitats include fields\, woodlands\, and shrub land. \nOld Farms Rd\, Avon – Fisher Meadows parking lot at main entrance \nFor more information\, contact Brian at 860-677-7156 or brian.toal@sbcglobal.net \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-23-2020-fisher-meadows-saturday-7-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200517T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T003137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T210850Z
UID:1495-1589700600-1589727600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - May 17\, 2020 - Nepaug  - Sunday - 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader – Jamie Meyers \nThis roving trip to an excellent area always produces interesting migrants. Come see Nepaug at its best. \nCommuter parking lot\, Route 179\, Canton;  Just north of the intersection of Route 202 and Route 44. \nFor more information\, contact Jamie at 860-693-4497 or sunnyctredbird@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-17-2020-nepaug-sunday-730-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T002848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T210810Z
UID:1493-1589614200-1589641200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - May 16\, 2020 -Machimoodus State Park - Saturday - 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders – Alberta & Rob Mirer \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. \nParking lot on the west side of Rte.151 (Leesville Road) \nFor more information\, contact them at 860-891-8364 or twomirers@comcast.net \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-16-2020-machimoodus-state-park-saturday-730-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T002601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T210737Z
UID:1491-1589614200-1589641200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - May 16\, 2020 - Mt Auburn & Plum Island\, MA - Saturday - 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader – Jon Ward \nThe cemetery is a famous warbler hotspot and has beautiful park-like grounds. Plum Island is one of the best year-round birding locations on the east coast. Bring lunch. Enjoy dinner in Newburyport before leaving for home. \nMeet at Mount Auburn Cemetery entrance\, Cambridge\, MA. \nFor more information\, contact Jon at 860-416-3958 or jward88787@aol.com
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-16-2020-mt-auburn-plum-island-ma-saturday-730-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T000000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190803T214919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T211641Z
UID:1385-1589241600-1589241600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 12\, 2020:  Annual Meeting Held Via Zoom for members:  Banquet postponed to October
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 12: Annual Meeting and Evening Program will be held virtually.  Members will be emailed login information for the meeting.  Questions?  email sffaulkner@comcast.net \nThe Annual Meeting features the election of Officers and Directors\, the Treasurer’s Report\, presentation of awards\, and the President’s update on the organization. \nThe annual banquet\, usually held in May\, will be postponed till October\, 2020 – More details will be shared\, when appropriate. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-12-2020-banquet-and-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200511T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200531T000000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200511T182648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T185143Z
UID:12653-1589155200-1590883200@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:E Media Volunteer Wanted!
DESCRIPTION:E Media Volunteer Wanted! \nHAS needs a  volunteer to do our membership emails and write press and social media announcements!  If you are a strong writer\, enjoy using the computer for social media\, and can coordinate press releases\, we need you! \nPlease email Sarah Faulkner to explore further.  Sarah Faulkner (sffaulkner@comcast.net)
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/e-media-volunteer-wanted/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Club Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200512
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20200511T181859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T184954Z
UID:12651-1589155200-1589241599@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Greenstone Hollow Update from Chris Fisher - 5/9/2020
DESCRIPTION:Greenstone Hollow Update from Chris Fisher: \nHi Everyone – I wanted to give you an update on work that’s been going on at our Greenstone Hollow Nature Preserve in East Granby. \nThe Butterfly Garden has beautiful bulbs blooming that Roberta Gowing and friends planted last year. \nCathy Delasco placed two bluebird houses at the corners of the garden and at least one of them has a Tree Swallow family in residence.  Cathy\, Drew Smith and Michelle Clifford and I have been spreading 8 truckloads of mulch given to us by the town of East Granby. \nWe have almost finished spreading it on the entire Wood Thrush trail on the south side of Ridge Road. This trail goes through a lot of nice habitat\, but was hard walking because it tended to be muddy and have a lot of above ground roots to trip on. \nNow it is really pleasant walking – come give it a try. \nAs we were working we heard Blue-winged Warblers\, Black-and-White Warblers\, Common Yellowthroats and Northern Parulas. \nLarry Lunden heard and saw several of those and more as he did his bird survey to report to E-bird. \nFinally\, Diane and I have put in 3 new benches and may get a couple more in today.  There’s one at the Butterfly Garden\, one at Yellowthroat Overlook and one at Bluebird Hollow. \nSo come out and explore this lovely spot.  It’s a nice\, uncrowded place to get outdoors.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/greenstone-hollow-update-from-chris-fisher-5-9-2020/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Club Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200509T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T002339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T000050Z
UID:1489-1589007600-1589036400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - May 9\, 2020 - Freja and Bolton Notch - Saturday - 7 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader – Ernie Harris \nThis walk in Bolton visits two beautiful parks that border the Hop River Trail in Bolton Notch. Bring insect repellent. \nHead east on I-384\, bear left onto Rte 44 where Rte 44 and Rte 6 separate. Take a quick left after passing under the bridge to head west on I-384. Watch carefully for a sharp right turn to lot. \nFor more information\, contact Ernie at 860-603-2655 or pdlqlt@mac.com \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-9-2020-freja-and-bolton-notch-saturday-7-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200509T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T130500
CREATED:20190805T002121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T000017Z
UID:1487-1589007600-1589036400@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - May 9\, 2020 - East Rock Park - Saturday - 7 am
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader – Paul Desjardins \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. \n915 Whitney Ave\, Hamden – meet at Eli Whitney Museum parking lot. \nFor more information\, contact Paul at 860-623-3696 or paul.desjardins2@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-9-2020-east-rock-park-saturday-7-am/
LOCATION:East Rock\, 915 Whitney Ave.\, Hamden\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Desjardins":MAILTO:paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
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