Join Ginny Apple, a Master Wildlife Conservationist with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, for an engaging presentation on bald eagles and their remarkable resurgence in Connecticut. Through a slide show and discussion, Ginny will explore the lives of these magnificent birds of prey, their important role in the ecosystem, and the conservation success story behind their growing… ..

NHBC Sponsored Children's Program! Meet a hawk, falcon, and owl from a Place Called Hope! Learn about three species of birds of prey along with each birds personal story of survival and the many simple ways to lessen conflicts with the wildlife that lives in your very own backyard. For all ages. Sponsored by the New Haven Bird Club. Registration… ..

The history of birds, formal studies of ornithology and birdwatching owe much to the efforts of British natural historians, scientists and collectors.  In the 17th and 18th centuries artists helped systematically cataloguing and depicting both British and world birds. By the 19th century artists tried to depict all the species they came across during their world travels.  Mark Aronson, the… ..

Chris Loscalzo will give a zoom presentation on the identification of the 27 species of sparrows known to have occurred in Connecticut as preparation for his walk to be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the old Country Club of Woodbridge; see Outdoor schedule. The talk will last 45 to 50 minutes and will focus on the important identification… ..

Vermont Center for Ecostudies biologist Eric Hanson will discuss the amazing recovery of loons in Vermont over the past 30 years, the threats that they face, and the conservation actions that have brought them back. We’ll explore their fascinating behaviors and natural history, from territorial takeovers to visual and verbal communication. The Vermont Loon Conservation Project is a program of… ..

In 1900, ornithologist and Bird-Lore editor Frank Chapman called for “a Christmas bird-census” to counter the ongoing slaughter of millions of North American birds. Two pioneer counts were held in Connecticut, and in 1901 Aretas A. Saunders held New Haven’s first Christmas Bird Count (CBC) in Edgewood Park. The CBC, sponsored by National Audubon Society, has matured over the past… ..

Join Dr. Sarah Knutie, Associate Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Connecticut, for a presentation on the remarkable birds of the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador. Learn about the unique birdlife of this iconic island ecosystem and what makes it one of the world’s most important places for studying evolution, ecology, and conservation.

Join Matt Joyce, Conservation Science Manager at the Connecticut Audubon Society, for a presentation detailing the ongoing conservation efforts to preserve Connecticut's charismatic shoreline bird species. This presentation will show the challenges faced by these birds; the techniques the Audubon Alliance staff and volunteers use to monitor and protect species such as Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, Least Tern, and Common… ..

Join author Will McLean Greeley for the story of Connecticut’s George P. McLean and his pivotal role in securing lasting legal protections for birds. Greeley will discuss how McLean helped oversee passage of the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act, landmark environmental legislation still in effect today, and place this achievement within McLean’s distinguished 45-year career of public service and reform.… ..

Stefan Martin, Conservation Manager for Connecticut Audubon, will discuss the latest research from Osprey Nation, including findings from the 2026 Osprey Prey Study and field season. He will also look ahead to the future of the project and discuss next steps for understanding Connecticut’s Osprey population and the health of the waters upon which they depend. NOTE: The April meeting… ..