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SUMMARY:Hilltop Farm Bird Walk - September 4\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 4\, 2024                    Hilltop Farm                 Wed 8:30 am \n1616 Mapleton Ave\, Suffield\, CT \nEnter at Workday Sign Entrance \nPark near the red barn.  Additional 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 Bird Garden area – home to bluebirds\, wrens and hummingbirds.  This area\, also enhanced with the HAS grant\, provides a more passive place for those who would like to sit and relax while enjoying birds and butterflies.   Butterfly\, pollinator\, and hummingbird gardens all surround the historic barn. We will be walking on 2 miles of hilly farm road and well-established woodland trails.  3 hours.  https://www.hilltopfarmsuffield.org/ \nJoan & Tom Heffernan \n joanheffernan@gmail.com  \n860-668-5328/860-983-5158 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/hilltop-farm-bird-walk-september-4-2024/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T080000
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SUMMARY:Great Pond\, Simsbury Bird Walk - September 7\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 7               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 \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/great-pond-simsbury-bird-walk-september-7-2024/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T091651
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SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting - Dark Sky International - September 10\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 10             ✪ Monthly Meeting ✪          Tue 7:30 pm \nSocial Time at 7:00pm \nSt James’s Episcopal Church\,1018 Farmington Ave\, WH \nSpeaker:  Leo Smith  \nDark Sky International \nLeo Smith is the Chair of the Connecticut Chapter of Dark Sky International. He was instrumental in the adoption of a light pollution control amendment to the Connecticut state building code in 2004.  This program will help us understand the adverse consequences of light pollution on birds\, bugs\, bats\, people\, climate change and energy usage. \nFrances D’Amico      frandamico525@yahoo.com  203-237-2734  T \nVideo of Presentation
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/monthly-meeting-dark-sky-international-september-10-2024/
LOCATION:St. James’s Episcopal Church\, 1018 Farmington Ave.\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Frances D%E2%80%99Amico":MAILTO:frandamico525@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
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SUMMARY:Glastonbury Great Pond Bird Walk - September 14\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 14           Glastonbury Great Pond         Saturday 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. \nAnnette Pasek               apasek@cox.net                     860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/glastonbury-great-pond-bird-walk-september-11-2024/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Pasek":MAILTO:apasek@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T110000
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SUMMARY:Simsbury River Bird Walk - September 14\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 14             Simsbury River Walk                 Sat 8 am \n 46 Drake Hill Rd\, Simsbury \nPark at the Simsbury High School Crew Boathouse across from \nDrake Hill Rd from Flower Bridge. Do not park at Flower Bridge \nThe Simsbury River Walk provides beautiful and varied birding habitat along the Farmington River floodplain and can be great for warblers and other passerines.  Plan to walk approximately 2 miles over 2-3 hours.  The trail is flat but may be wet in places\, depending on recent rainfall.  Bring bug spray and appropriate footwear. For a map and more information visit. \nhttps://www.simsbury-ct.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif1216/f/file/file/riverwalk.pdf \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/simsbury-river-bird-walk-september-14-2024/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T120000
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SUMMARY:Paul Carrier Hawk Watch - September 20\, 21\, 22\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 20-22         Paul Carrier Hawk Watch          3 days starting at 9 am each day. \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 \nFriday\, Saturday and Sunday.   \nWhile we are planning for the 3 dates listed above\, we will use the All HAS e-mail to announce any changes based on weather and actual migration patterns.  View 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. You can download Paul’s hawk silhouette guide free at: \nhttp://www.battaly.com/nehw/carrier_guide/carrier_guide_2008.pdf \nJoan Lupacchino      Joanlup6@yahoo.com              860-649-1157 T \nRich Nieman       Ren180@comcast.net
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/paul-carrier-hawk-watch-september-20-21-22-2024/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T110000
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SUMMARY:Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #1 - September 21\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 21    Station 43 Beginners Bird Walk #1     Sat 8 am \n953 Main St\, South Windsor \nCorner of Newberry Rd and Main St \nPark along road near intersection. \nThe first of four morning walks designed for beginners at Hartford Audubon’s oldest sanctuary. Station 43 is an excellent birding area year ‘round and on each walk we will look for seasonal birds. The walk is roughly 2.5 miles long (about 3 hours) over flat terrain but we may encounter muddy areas and water covering parts of the path. Bring spotting scope if you have one. High\, water-proof boots and insect repellent are suggested. \n  \nhttps://www.hartfordaudubon.org/sanctuaries/station-43-wildlife-sanctuary/ \nJon Ward                  jward88787@aol.com                860-416-3958 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/station-43-beginners-bird-walk-1-september-21-2024/
LOCATION:S Windsor\, 990 Main St.\, South Windsor\, CT\, 06074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Ward":MAILTO:jward88787@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T170000
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SUMMARY:Cruisin' with Birds & Brews Bird Walk - September 26\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 26        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 the picnic area for common birds\, woodpeckers and gulls\, ducks are likely too!  Migration may bring some surprises.  The big question is when will a Sandhill Crane be spotted in the farm fields?  Flat terrain\, easy birding.  The walk ends around the corner at 275 Dug Rd\, Hops on the Hill Brewery where Thursday evenings they host a Car Cruise Night! Bring a lawn chair. \nTake Route 17 to South Glastonbury\, then turn on Rt. 160 and follow to Ferry.  If you want to take the ferry from Rocky Hill\, take the Silas Dean Highway to CT 160 and follow to Ferry.  The Ferry costs $5 per vehicle and only runs until 6:45pm.  Weather and mechanical issues can affect whether the Ferry is running\, so check the website to be sure. \nhttps://portal.ct.gov/DOT/Traveler/ferries/Rocky-Hill-Ferry \nAnnette Pasek               apasek@cox.net                     860-490-8357 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/cruisin-with-birds-brews-bird-walk-september-26-2024/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Pasek":MAILTO:apasek@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T110000
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SUMMARY:Glastonbury Meadows Bird Walk - September 28\, 2024 - Closed due to full attendance
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE as of 9/23/24: \nThe Glastonbury Meadows Walk scheduled for September 28th is now CLOSED.  This walk is limited to 10 pre-registered participants and is now full.  The farmers have requested the maximum limit since the walk is on private lands.  Bill Asteriades has requested that we comply with their wishes. \nSep 28             Glastonbury Meadows                Sat 7 am \nBehind Glastonbury Town Hall\, 2155 Main Street – Near the Water Treatment Plant \nLIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS – MUST PRE-REGISTER WITH LEADERS \nJoin us for a 4-5 mile 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; however\, you can leave early. \nBill Asteriades     bill.asteriades@gmail.com           860-690-1152 T \nAndrew Dasinger amdasinger@gmail.com                860 652-5925 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/glastonbury-meadows-bird-walk-september-28-2024/
LOCATION:Glastonbury Meadows\, 1918 Main St/\, Glastonbury\, CT\, 06033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Asteriades":MAILTO:bill.asteriades@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T100000
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SUMMARY:Greenstone Hollow Bird Walk - September 28\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sep 28                Greenstone Hollow                   Sat 8 am \n31 Ridge Blvd\, East Granby – Park on north side of road \n\n\n\n\n\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\n\nChris & Diane Fisher     ChrisF001@aol.com           860-967-5976 T
URL:https://www.hartfordaudubon.org/trip-event/greenstone-hollow-bird-walk-september-28-2024/
LOCATION:CT
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris / Diane Fisher":MAILTO:chrisf001@aol.com
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