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SUMMARY:January 12\, 2021 ZOOM Meeting - The importance of Inland Wetlands for Birds and Other Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:January Member’s Meeting Program will be this Tuesday\, January 12th at 7:00.  to be held via ZOOM \nPlease join Jim Arrigoni from the CT Audubon Society for his talk about the “Importance of Inland Wetlands for Birds and Other Wildlife”.  Wetlands provide critical habitat for biodiversity and also provide ecological services for human communities such as water purification and storm-water storage. Jim will give an overview of the types of wetlands in Connecticut and the unique wildlife they support.  We will start with a short business meeting to be followed immediately by the program. \nPlease contact Sarah Faulkner at sffaulkner@comcast.net or Annette Pasek at apasek@cox.net  if you have any questions or wish to join the ZOOM Meeting. \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/january-12-2020-monthly-meeting-the-importance-of-inland-wetlands-for-birds-and-other-wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210117T170000
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SUMMARY:Canceled - January 16\, 2021 - Cape Ann & Newburyport\, MA - Saturday -  2 days
DESCRIPTION:This trip below has been canceled due to Covid-19 concerns. See you in January 2021. \nJan 16      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. \nFrances D’Amico    frandamico525@yahoo.com 203-237-2734 \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/january-16-2021-cape-ann-newburyport-ma-saturday-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:20210119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
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SUMMARY:ZOOM Meeting - January 19\, 2021: Wildlife Series -Following Peregrine Falcon Recovery - 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:This program will be held via a virtual ZOOM Meeting due to COVID 19.\nTuesday  7:00 –  8  pm \nSpeaker: Tom French  \n30 Years Following Peregrine Falcons to Recovery and Beyond – Tom’s work with Peregrine Falcons in Massachusetts\, chronicles the loss of nesting Peregrines in the state in 1955 through their current recovery to over 30 nesting pairs. Tom provides many photos and stories of their nesting throughout the state. Their population is now limited by nesting sites. Since 1987\, over 500 have been wild born in Massachusetts. \nAll are invited to attend the Wildlife Series. If you have not yet paid for a ticket and wish to attend\, you can send $4.00 for a single program to Frances D’Amico\, 508 Preston Ave.\, Meriden\, CT  06450. Checks should be made out to Hartford Audubon Society. Please write Wildlife Series on the note line.  If you need more information\, please call Fran at 203-237-2734.  The Zoom link will be send a few days before the program.  \nPlease contact Frances D’Amico if you have any questions:\nfrandamico525@yahoo.com /  203-237-2734 T \nif you wish to attend via ZOOM: \n please email Sarah Faulkner at:  sffaulkner@comcast.net for more information or contact Fran above. \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/october-20-2020-wildlife-series-peregrine-falcons-to-recovery-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Series
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210206
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
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SUMMARY:REMINDER - Hartford County  - 2021 Big January of Birding Challenge Coming to a Close!
DESCRIPTION:The Hartford Big January of Birding challenge is coming to a close!  Please make sure all your January observations are entered into ebird.org\, the free birdwatching site maintained by the Cornell University Lab of Ornithology\, no later than the end of January 31st.   You do not need to be an HAS member to enter.  If you are not using ebird\, please email me your list no later than Friday\, February 5th (sffaulkner@comcast.net). Winners will be announced on February 6th!    There are four categories for entry: \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 \n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Reminder: Participants are cautioned to follow COVID-19 protocols while birding.  Wear masks that cover your nose when near others; socially distance at least 6’ from others and more distance when walking; bird only with others in your immediate family or in very small groups; and wash your hands as frequently as possible.  Please be considerate of others and give a wide berth to others on trails.  \n\n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hartford-county-big-january-of-birding/
CATEGORIES:Club Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210204T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210228T235900
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SUMMARY:February CT Bird Atlas Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:We had so much fun looking for birds in January that HAS has decided to issue a new challenge\, this time to augment the data for the Connecticut Bird Atlas. \nParticipants should do one-hour time surveys in blocks needing more data\, and submit them by the end of February in eBird or on paper. Details are in the email sent out on February 2nd. \nPrizes and certificates to the top three birders!!! \nFor a copy or more information\, contact Sandi Jones at   frogcop@cox.net (please use subject: CT BIRD ATLAS)\, or text: 860-883-8996.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/february-ct-bird-atlas-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T153645Z
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SUMMARY:February 6\, 2021 - Cape Cod Tour\, MA -  Saturday -  2 days
DESCRIPTION:Feb 6\, 2021 –  Cape Cod Tour\, MA  – Saturday –  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 shoud see Alcids and Waterfowl. Call Peter for information and reservations. \nPeter Stephan             stephraf@aol.com          860-729-8374 T \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/february-6-2021-cape-cod-tour-ma-saturday-2-days/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Stephan":MAILTO:stephraf@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T125832Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled - February 7\, 2021 - Hartford County Boat Launch Tour
DESCRIPTION:NOTE:  This trip has been canceled due to COVID. \n  \nFeb 7\, 2021 –   Hartford County Boat Launch Tour  – Sunday 8 am \n12 South River St\, Enfield \nDonald Barnes Boat Launch \nThis is a  morning tour of eight area boat launches\, from Enfield to Rocky Hill. Dress warmly and bring your scope. \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/february-7-2021-hartford-county-boat-launch-tour-sunday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Cianfaglione":MAILTO:pgcianfaglione@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T134412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T134718Z
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SUMMARY:ZOOM MEETING - February\, 9\, 2021 Monthly Meeting - Survival by Degrees
DESCRIPTION:Feb 9\, 2021 – Monthly Meeting  –  Tue 7 pm   \nThis program will be held via a ZOOM Meeting. \nSpeaker: Kenneth Elkins \nSurvival by Degrees \nSurvival by Degrees – Shrinking and shifting ranges could imperil nearly half of U.S. birds within this century. Audubon’s scientists are plotting a future for birds. Tonight’s program will discuss strategies about how they could survive. Ken’s interest in birds started when he was 10-years old\, while watching the birds at his grandmother’s feeders in Vermont\, and he has been obsessed ever since. He is currently the Director of Education at Connecticut Audubon Society. \nIf you’d like to attend the Zoom meeting\, please send an email to sffaulkner@comcast.net. \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/february-9-2020-monthly-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
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SUMMARY:February 27\, 2021 - Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #3 -
DESCRIPTION:Feb 27\, 2021 –   Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #3  – Saturday 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 T \nPlease contact leader for any information or COVID 19 protocols that should be followed.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/february-27-2021-station-43-beginners-bird-walk-3-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20210411T161810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T162148Z
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SUMMARY:"Birding With Your Phone" Workshop - February 27th Report and Link
DESCRIPTION:“Birding With Your Phone” workshop with Ken Elkins was held on February 27th.   Ken taught us about how to use eBird as well as a variety of birding apps on your phone.   \nHere is a link to the information shared:
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/birding-with-your-phone-workshop-february-27th-report-and-link/
CATEGORIES:Club Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T154542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210410T214034Z
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SUMMARY:ZOOM Meeting:  February 27\, 2021 - Birding With Your Phone  - Saturday - 10:30 am
DESCRIPTION:“Birding With Your Phone” workshop on February 27th with Ken Elkins will be held over VIRTUALLY OVER ZOOM  \nKen will teach about how to use eBird as well as a variety of birding apps on your phone.  We ran the workshop for the first time last year\, and it was very successful and popular.    \nHere is a link to the information shared: \n \nIf you’re interested in attending and reserving a spot\, please contact: Sarah Faulkner      sffaulkner@comcast.net     860-543-1280 T \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/february-27-2021-birding-with-your-phone-saturday-1030-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T134648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210221T181136Z
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SUMMARY:ZOOM Meeting:  March 9\, 2021 - Magee Marsh - Warbler Capital of the World
DESCRIPTION:Mar 9\, 2021 – Monthly Meeting –     7 – 8 pm via ZOOM \nSpeaker: Matthew Bell \nMagee Marsh – The Warbler Capital of the World \nMagee Marsh – The Warbler Capital of the World – Join Matt as he talks about his experiences at Magee Marsh and “The Biggest Week in American Birding\,” one of the largest birding festivals in the world. This spectacle of The Biggest Week is one all birders should have on their bucket list! Matt works for Connecticut Audubon where he leads Day Trips and Overnight Tours. \nPlease contact Annette  Pasek if you have any questions:\nAnnette Pasek              apasek@cox.net           860-490-8357 T \nMeeting may be subject to Covid restrictions – please check the website for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/march-9-2020-monthly-meeting-magee-marsh-the-warbler-capital-of-the-world/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210315
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20210213T174027Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED:  Daylight Savings Time Birdathon - Sunday\, March 14th
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. \nHello Hartford Audubon Members\, \nThe days are getting longer!! It is time for the Daylight Savings Time Birdathon. Always the second Sunday in March. Mark your calendars and spring forward!!\n\nI would like to acknowledge last year’s winner of the first HAS birdathon: Team “Roger’s TeeBirds” Doug Beach\, Shirley Beach and Mike LaBossiere. Congratulations on the 2021 win and good luck this year!\nPlease join the Hartford Audubon Society on Sunday\, March 14th to celebrate the return of daylight savings time with a one-day bird-a-thon. \n\nBird by teams (2-4 people) – Teams should have names and are encouraged to “go crazy” with hats\, tee-shirts\, and decorations! Please send me your team’s picture and information (name\, participants) by March 10th if possible.\nBird in Hartford County from 6 am to 6 pm.\nEvery species found is worth one point\, and if found at a HAS sanctuary is worth 2 points.\nPrizes and awards will be presented at the member’s meeting in April.\nWe ask that each team promptly completes an ebird or paper list for each location visited.\nIf you welcome a NEW birder into the team\, 10 points will be awarded.\nIf you find a rare bird please text or call 860-604-4903 right away so I may share with the rest of the group.\nPlease\, stay safe while birding and follow COVID-19 protocols: wear your mask\, keep appropriate distance\, and car pool only with members of your close family.\n\nSend me (Maggie) your results at end of day either by email ( wings.mp@gmail.com) or by text (860-604-4903). \nYou need not be a member of Hartford Audubon to participate – all are welcome to help usher in spring!\nInformation about the four Hartford Audubon preserves is available on our website at  https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/ under Sanctuaries.  Questions and confirmation of participation please\, email Maggie Peretto at:  wings.mp@gmail.com
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/daylight-savings-time-birdathon-sunday-march-14th/
CATEGORIES:Club Event,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Peretto":MAILTO:wings.mp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210320T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
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SUMMARY:March 20\, 2021 - Woodcocks at Nod Brook - Saturday 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:Mar 20\, 2021  – Woodcocks at Nod Brook  –   Saturday 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/march-20-2021-woodcocks-at-nod-brook-saturday-7-pm/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Toal":MAILTO:briantoal@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T155131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210227T144835Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - March 21\, 2021 - Silver Sands State Park - Sunday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Please Note:  This trip has been canceled. \nMar 21\, 2021 –  Silver Sands –   Sunday 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 T \n 
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/march-21-2021-silver-sands-state-park-sunday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Peretto":MAILTO:wings.mp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T140050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210227T144309Z
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SUMMARY:ZOOM Meeting - March 23\, 2021 - Wildlife Series - Weather’s Impact on Migration - 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:This program will be held via a virtual ZOOM Meeting due to COVID 19 on 3/23/2021 – Tuesday  7:00 –  8  pm \nWeather’s Impact on Migration \nSpeaker: Patrick Comins \nWeather’s Impact on Migration – Ever hear about morning “fallouts in spring? Ever wonder how to anticipate rare birds that may show up during fall migration? In tonight’s program\, Patrick will take the mystery out of these phenomena. Welcome to weather for birding 101. Patrick is the Executive Director of The Connecticut Audubon Society and a Life Member of Hartford Audubon. \nPlease contact Frances D’Amico if you have any questions:\nfrandamico525@yahoo.com    203-237-2734 T \nPlease send your request for a ticket to:\nFrances D’Amico\n508 Preston Ave\nMeriden\, CT 06450 \nif you wish to attend via ZOOM: \n please email Sarah Faulkner at:  sffaulkner@comcast.net for more information or contact Fran above.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/march-16-2020-wildlife-series-weathers-impact-on-migration/
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20210328T185225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T143815Z
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SUMMARY:Sachuest Point N W R - Trip Report - March 27\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 27 eighteen people gathered for my annual Rhode Island trip at Sachuest Point N W R under a beautiful sunny sky.\n\nWe started out along the trail at the oceans edge quickly spotting several waterfowl species such as Buffleheads\, Common Goldeneyes\, Common Eiders and Black Scoters as well as several Horned Grebes and a Red Throated Loon. We soon ran into a local birder who informed us that there were only a couple of Harlequin Ducks present. Boy was she wrong! As we rounded the bend we spotted probably 30 or more of them and they were close in affording excellent views! Also seen on the off shore rocks were a number of Great Cormorants.\n\nOur next stop took us to Trustom Pond N W R where we always add songbirds to the list as well as more duck species. Here we added common birds such as Black Capped Chickadees\, Tufted Titmice\, White Breasted Nuthatches etc which we see every year but the male Eastern Towhee was a nice addition. Also heard but not seen was an Eastern Phoebe. This was near the bird feeders and the parking lot. As we ventured along the trail near the open field we saw the first Tree Swallows of the day. Upon arriving at the pond we added additional duck species such as both Scaup\, Common Mergansers and Ruddy Ducks. One birder spotted a far off Northern Gannet  and there was a pair of Ospreys here.\n\nOur last stop was at Ninigret Park where we hoped to see the long staying Lesser Black Backed Gull but unfortunately it could not be found. Here a Killdeer was seen for our only shorebird of the trip. We ended up with 52 species which is somewhat lower than I had anticipated but it still was a fun trip.\n\nPaul Desjardins\, guide
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/satchuest-point-n-w-r-trip-report-3-27-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
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SUMMARY:March 27\, 2021 - Sachuest Point\, RI -  Saturday -  8:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Mar 27 \, 2021    Sachuest Point\, Rhode Island Sat 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 \nPaul Desjardins    Paul.Desjardins2@gmail.com     860-623-3696 \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/march-27-2021-sachuest-point-ri-saturday-830-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Desjardins":MAILTO:paul.desjardins2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T155705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200808T155705Z
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SUMMARY:April 10\, 2021 - Great Pond\, Simsbury - Saturday - 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Apr 10\, 2021 –   Great Pond\, Simsbury –    Saturday  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 T \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-10-2021-great-pond-simsbury-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20210411T162631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T162631Z
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SUMMARY:Birding-with-your-phone-workshop-February 27th:  report-and-link
DESCRIPTION:“Birding With Your Phone” workshop was held on February 27th with Ken Elkins. \nKen taught us about how to use eBird as well as a variety of birding apps on your phone.  We ran the workshop for the first time last year\, and it was very successful and popular and decided to run it again this year. \nHere is a link to the information shared:
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/birding-with-your-phone-workshop-february-27th-report-and-link-2/
CATEGORIES:Club Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T134837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210227T145439Z
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SUMMARY:ZOOM Meeting - April 13\, 2021 Program:  Milford Point 2020 Nesting Season: Piping Plovers & American Oystercatchers
DESCRIPTION:ZOOM Meeting on 4/13/20121 from 7 – 8 PM \nProgram:  Milford Point 2020 Nesting Season: Piping Plovers & American Oystercatchers Speaker:      Katerina “Kat” Gillis   The Milford Point shoreline is home to many nesting shorebird species including the American Oystercatcher\,  Least and Common Terns\, and Piping Plover. The birds arrive in late March and spend the duration of the summer nesting and raising their young. The Connecticut Audubon Society and the Audubon Alliance\, help by taking necessary precautions to protect these birds. This presentation highlights the 2020 nesting season for these shorebirds and how these birds were able to overcome the challenges to successfully raise their young. Katerina Gillis is currently working on the last semester of her Master’s thesis program in Wildlife Conservation and Biology at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU). She has worked as the Coastal Ranger at Milford Point Audubon assisting in preparations for Piping Plovers’ nesting and engaging with the public. In winters\, Kat is a wildlife technician with CCSU\, installing game cameras throughout the state in hopes to detect Fishers for her thesis. Currently\, she has installed over 200+ cameras and hiking over 1800 hours during the last three winter seasons.   \nPlease contact Annette Pasek or Fran D’Amico if you have any questions regarding this program: \nAnnette Pasek:   apasek@cox.net \nFrances D’Amico:  frandamico525@yahoo.com
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-13-2020-special-monthly-meeting-at-wood-memorial-library/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T155924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162336Z
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SUMMARY:April 17\, 2021 - Greenstone Hollow - Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Apr 17\, 2021 –  Greenstone Hollow –  Saturday 8 am \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. \nChris&Diane Fisher   ChrisF001@aol.com       860-967-5976 T \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-17-2021-greenstone-hollow-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris / Diane Fisher":MAILTO:chrisf001@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T140411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210124T145735Z
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SUMMARY:ZOOM Meeting - April 20\, 2021 - Birding in Costa Rica - 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:This program will be held via a virtual ZOOM Meeting due to COVID 19.  Tuesday. 4/20/2021;   7:00 –  8  pm\nSpeaker: Chris Fisher \nBirding in Costa Rica \nCosta Rica has an area only slightly more than Vermont & New Hampshire put together.  Yet it is home to over 850 different bird species – More than all of Mexico\, the United States and Canada put together!  It’s climate is equally amazing covering 8 different climatic zones from Tropical Rainforest to Polar Tundra.  This program combines photographs of many of the colorful bird species and scenery from two different trips to Costa Rica\, the first in 2009 and the second in 2014 and has been designed specifically for a zoom meeting. \nPlease contact Frances D’Amico if you have any questions:\nfrandamico525@yahoo.com    203-237-2734 T \nPlease send your request for a ticket to:\nFrances D’Amico\n508 Preston Ave\nMeriden\, CT 06450 \nif you wish to attend via ZOOM: \n please email Sarah Faulkner at:  sffaulkner@comcast.net for more information or contact Fran above.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-20-2020-wildlife-series-springtime-in-western-canada/
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T160107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162424Z
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SUMMARY:April 24\, 2021 - Laurel Marsh -  Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Apr 24                     Laurel Marsh                 Sat 8 am \nMiddle Turnpike West\, Manchester \n1/4 mile east of I-84 on Rts 6 and 44 (Middle Turnpike) \nLaurel Marsh Trail  Parking Lot on south side of road  \nThe trail follows sections of the Hockanum River and butts up against the Manchester Landfill at times. Forest\, meadow\, wetlands and sections of Hop Brook will provide a diversity of bird species. \nDavid Funke           dfunke2121@gmail.com     860-463-2020 T \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-24-2021-laurel-marsh-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="David Funke":MAILTO:dfunke2121@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T160446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162505Z
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SUMMARY:April 24\, 2021 - Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #4  - Saturday 8 am
DESCRIPTION:Apr 24\, 2021  Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #4 Sat 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 T \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-24-2021-station-43-beginners-bird-walk-4-saturday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T160302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210515T182913Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Spring Census From Apr 24th to Sunday May 16th
DESCRIPTION:Annual Spring Census   \nFrom Apr 24th to Sunday May 16th \nJoin fellow HAS members for our annual 3 week 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 area captains as you wish.  A list of Captains will be released at a later date. \nJamie Meyers     sunnyctredbird@gmail.com     860-693-4497
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-24-2021-annual-spring-census-runs-for-3-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Club Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Meyers":MAILTO:sunnyctredbird@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T160838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162548Z
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SUMMARY:April 28\, 2021 - Glastonbury Great Pond - Wednesday\, 8 am - 10 am
DESCRIPTION:Apr 28\, 2021 –  Glastonbury Great Pond  – Wednesday 8 am – 10 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.  Extend your morning by birding nearby Cotton Hollow and Ferry Road\, a CT River ferry landing. \nAnnette Pasek              apasek@cox.net           860-490-8357 T \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/april-28-2021-glastonbury-great-pond-wednesday-8-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210501T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T161509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162622Z
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SUMMARY:May 1\, 2021 - Quarry Park - Saturday - 7 am
DESCRIPTION:May 1\, 2021 – Quarry Park –  Saturday 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 \n Trip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-1-2021-quarry-park-saturday-7-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Lunden":MAILTO:killdeer431@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T090000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20200808T162026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210417T162704Z
UID:12788-1619937000-1619946000@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:May 2\, 2021 - Roaring Brook Nature Center - Sunday - 6:30 am
DESCRIPTION:May 2\, 2021 – Roaring Brook Nature Center –  Sunday 6:30 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 T \nTrip may be subject to Covid restrictions – contact the trip leader for any updates.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/may-2-2021-roaring-brook-nature-center-sunday-630-am/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Kaplan":MAILTO:jaybrd49@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T100609
CREATED:20210423T132746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210423T132750Z
UID:13174-1620203400-1620210600@www.hartfordaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Lewis Farms Sanctuary Field Trip - May 5\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:May 5 2021 WEDNESDAY \n8:30 AM. (approximately 2 hours planned). \nLocation: Lewis Farm Sanctuary  – Address:  1035 Hill St. Suffield\, CT \nWhere to park:  Park off road on the WEST side only (by the sign for the Sanctuary)  Limited parking and use caution pulling off the road curbing onto woodchip area.  Very poor sight line for oncoming traffic on this busy through town street. \nBring 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. \nLeader:  Abby Wolcott –  860-436-7667  \nFor Reservations TEXT  Abby ahead of time to reserve a spot as space will be limited.  Covid precautions remain in place.  Wide wood road and trails accommodate social distancing easily.  Cold/rainy weather may cancel the trip.
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/lewis-farms-sanctuary-field-trip-may-5-2021/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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