BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New Haven Bird Club - Connecticut - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:New Haven Bird Club - Connecticut X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New Haven Bird Club - Connecticut REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T193825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T193834Z UID:10000033-1777188600-1777199400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Kellogg Environmental Center and Osbornedale State Park\, Derby - Maria Stockmal DESCRIPTION:Osbornedale State Park offers a variety of species in its fields and forest\, and around its ponds. It is always a surprise which species will be discovered as we walk through the park. We may see a flyover Bald Eagle\, nesting Bluebirds\, early warbler migrants\, Green Heron\, and Orchard Oriole\, as well as Indigo Bunting\, Rose-Breasted Grosbeak\, and the various thrushes. We will explore the Kellogg Environmental Center grounds and then walk over to Osbornedale Park to explore and see what we find. \nMeet at the Kellogg Environmental Center parking lot at 500 Hawthorne Avenue\, Derby. \nLeader: Maria Stockmal\, 203-305-3728 or m.stockmal@snet.net URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-kellogg-environmental-center-and-osbornedale-state-park-derby-maria-stockmal/ LOCATION:Kellog Environmental Center\, Derby\, 500 Hawthorne Ave\, Derby\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T193712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T193719Z UID:10000032-1777708800-1777717800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Bauer Park\, Madison - Mike DiGiorgio DESCRIPTION:Join nationally-recognized wildlife artist and birder Mike DiGiorgio for a walk to look for resident and migrating songbirds. We’ll explore the fields\, gardens\, and woodland trails. Birders of all ages and skill levels\, including beginners\, are welcome. \nMeet at the Community Gardens parking area\, 257 Copse Road\, Madison. \nLeader: Mike DiGiorgio\, mdigiorgio@comcast.net URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-bauer-park-madison-mike-digiorgio/ LOCATION:Bauer Park\, Madison\, 257 Copse Road\, Madison\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T193552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T193600Z UID:10000031-1777795200-1777804200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Farm River Trolley Trail with Friends of Farm River Estuary - DeWitt Allen DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Farm River Estuary invite the New Haven Bird Club to share a walk along the tracks of the Shoreline Trolley Museum in East Haven through several productive habitats. The timing should be good for us to find a mix of resident and migrating salt marsh birds\, raptors\, and woodland species. A bonus – at the end of the walk a trolley from the museum will give us a ride back to our starting point. \nMeet in the rear parking lot of the Shore Line Trolley Museum\, 17 River Street\, East Haven. \nLeader: DeWitt Allen\,  860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-farm-river-trolley-trail-with-friends-of-farm-river-estuary-dewitt-allen/ LOCATION:Shore Line Trolley Museum\, East Haven\, 17 River Street\, East Haven\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T193405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T193405Z UID:10000030-1778054400-1778065200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - First Wednesday Walk: East Rock Park\, New Haven - John Oshlick DESCRIPTION:East Rock Park in early May is one of the best places in the state to see migrant warblers. Fifteen to twenty species are possible on a good day. \nMeet at the Eli Whitney Museum parking lot\, 915 Whitney Avenue\, Hamden. \nLeader: John Oshlick\, 203-584-1955 or john.oshlic@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-first-wednesday-walk-east-rock-park-new-haven-john-oshlick/ LOCATION:Eli Whitney Museum\, Hamden\, 915 Whitney Ave\, Hamden\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T193311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T193321Z UID:10000029-1778311800-1778331600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - River Road\, Kent - Travels Along a Riparian Woodland Corridor - Allan Welby DESCRIPTION:River Road in Kent along the Housatonic River provides a major north-south riparian corridor for spring migration. River Road has produced a nice variety of Northwestern Connecticut nesting species including Acadian and Least Flycatchers; Yellow-throated and Blue-headed Vireos; Winter Wren; and Cerulean\, Golden-winged\, and Worm-eating Warblers. The vast uninterrupted forest rising from the river is an ideal location for a moderate to strenuous walk on beautiful terrain. \nMeet in Kent at the old train station\, 3 Railroad Avenue\, just north of the intersection of Routes 7 & 341. We carpool from there. \nLeader: Allan Welby\, 630-303-3411 or antpitta4@yahoo.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-river-road-kent-travels-along-a-riparian-woodland-corridor-allan-welby/ LOCATION:Kent Old Train Station and Welcome Center\, 3 Railroad Street\, Kent\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T193203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T193211Z UID:10000028-1778392800-1778432400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Big Day Marathon - Sunday\, May 10 DESCRIPTION:Take part in all or part of this event. We’ll focus on New Haven area hotspots\, seeking 100–130 species. We start at East Rock and search several other local migrant traps\, as well as the coast from Lordship to Hammonasset. The Big Day could potentially involve several miles of walking on more strenuous terrain. \nMeet at the Eli Whitney Museum parking lot\, 915 Whitney Avenue\, Hamden. \nLeader: John Oshlick\, 203-584-1955 or john.oshlic@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/big-day-marathon-sunday-may-10/ LOCATION:Eli Whitney Museum\, Hamden\, 915 Whitney Ave\, Hamden\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Count,Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T192950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T192957Z UID:10000027-1778653800-1778670000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Hartman Park\, Lyme - John Oshlick DESCRIPTION:Hartman Park is known for its mix of forest and wetland that hosts many of Connecticut’s breeding birds\, including Cerulean Warbler. There is also a power cut which may have Prairie\, Blue-winged\, Magnolia and other warblers. Both Cuckoos have been seen here as well. The Hartman Park walk involves a moderate distance walk on moderately strenuous terrain. \nMeet at the commuter parking lot\, Exit 55 off I-95; we carpool from there. \nLeader: John Oshlick\, 203-584-1955 or john.oshlic@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-hartman-park-lyme-john-oshlick/ LOCATION:Branford Commuter Lot\, Exit 55 off I-95\, 342 East Main Street\, Branford\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20251125T183939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T214848Z UID:10000004-1778781600-1778796000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Annual Banquet 2026 DESCRIPTION:RSVP by May 7\, 2026!\nSpeaker: Gina Nichol\nSABAH: Borneo’s Wildlife Paradise\nJoin us for a visual journey through Sabah\, Borneo\, with Gina Nichol\, founder and principal tour leader of Sunrise Birding. Occupying the northern part of the island\, the Malaysian state of Sabah protects vast lowland and montane rainforests and harbors extraordinary wildlife\, including more than 40 endemic bird species. From the slopes of Mount Kinabalu to lush forests and wildlife-rich rivers\, Sabah is a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts\, offering spectacular species such as brilliantly colored pittas and broadbills\, Great Argus\, Bornean Bristlehead\, Whitehead’s Trogon\, Whitehead’s Broadbill\, and Storm’s Stork\, along with iconic primates like Proboscis Monkeys and Orangutans. Through vivid photography and engaging stories\, this presentation brings to life the remarkable biodiversity of one of the world’s great wildlife destinations. \nJoin us for our annual banquet! Reserve your spot using the online payment form below\, or click here to register by mail. For the online payment\, you do not need to have a PayPal account to use a credit card. 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The park hosts diverse habitats: riparian woods\, rivers and streams\,  stands of white pines\, mature deciduous forests\, and cliffs and meadow edge. Although it is famous for its ankle-twisting and heart-pumping terrain\, we will bird along the uphill but (mostly) smooth-surfaced Tower Path. As we move slowly along the Path\, we can expect to find a rich mix of migrant and resident warblers\, thrushes\, vireos\, and woodpeckers. We should be able to locate the nesting ravens and may also get glimpses of the resident Peregrine Falcons. \nMeet at the Sleeping Giant State Park entrance on Mt. Carmel Avenue\, Hamden. \nLeaders: Jim Sirch\, jimsirch95@gmail.com; \nCraig Repasz\, 203-745-6683 or crepasz@hotmail.com; \nDeWitt Allen\, 860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-sleeping-giant-state-park-jim-smirch-craig-repasz-and-dewitt-allen/ LOCATION:Sleeping Giant State Park\, Hamden\, 200 Mount Carmel Ave\, Hamden\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T192358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T192416Z UID:10000024-1779001200-1779019200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Naugatuck State Forest\, Naugatuck - Chris Loscalzo DESCRIPTION:Join us at the peak of spring migration on this moderately strenuous hike in a fine birding location. We’ll search for migrants and residents. We often see more than 15 species of warblers on this trip\, including resident Hooded\, Chestnut-sided\, Prairie\, and Worm-eating Warblers. Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers\, Scarlet Tanagers\, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks\, Blue-gray Gnatcatchers\, and many other birds are residents here\, too. \nMeet at the commuter lot at Exit 24 off Route 8\, Naugatuck. \nLeader: Chris Loscalzo\, 203-214-3473 or closcalz@optonline.net URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-naugatuck-state-forest-naugatuck-chris-loscalzo/ LOCATION:Rt 8 Exit 24 Commuter Parking Lot\, FX92+MF\, Naugatuck\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260226T185057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T190607Z UID:10000043-1779129000-1779134400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Book Club - Monday\, May 18\, 2026 at Mitchell Library DESCRIPTION:The “Birds in Words” book club will meet on Monday\, May 18\, 2026 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Mitchell Library in New Haven. \nThe club will discuss either Jon Young’s What the Robin Knows or Carl Safina’s Alfie and Me: What Owls Know\, What Humans Believe. \nFeel free to bring snacks to enjoy and share! \nAny questions\, contact Craig Repasz at craigr@newhavenbirdclub.org. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/book-club-monday-may-18-2026-at-mitchell-library/ LOCATION:Mitchell Branch – New Haven Public Library\, 37 Harrison Street\, New Haven\, CT\, 06515\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T192228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T192236Z UID:10000023-1779262200-1779273000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Lake Chamberlain\, Bethany - Pat Leahy DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk on Regional Water Authority property in Bethany. Pat Leahy has been maintaining a bluebird trail on several of the properties there. Bluebirds\, swallows\, and spring migrants are plentiful. Walking is not strenuous and on well-maintained trails. \nMeet at Lake Chamberlain Regional Water Authority parking area on Sperry Road\, the second metal gate south of Morris Road\, Bethany. \nLeader: Pat Leahy\, 203-314-0566 or ptjleahy@yahoo.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-lake-chamberlain-bethany-pat-leahy/ LOCATION:Lake Chamberlain Recreation Area\, Bethany\, Corner of Sperry Rd and Morris Rd\, Bethany\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T191700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191733Z UID:10000021-1779523200-1779534000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Julius M. Hansen Park\, North Haven - Craig Repasz and DeWitt Allen DESCRIPTION:Rich meadows and fields\, forested wetlands\, trap rock ridge\, and riparian woods host breeding populations of sparrows and warblers\, woodpeckers\, hawks\, Baltimore Orioles\, Rose-breasted Grossbeaks\, Indigo Buntings\, and other field and woodland birds. Other migrating species are possible. \nMeet at the Hansen Park parking lot down a driveway just east of 52 Patten Road\, North Haven. \nLeaders: Craig Repasz \, 203-745-6683 or crepasz@hotmail.com; DeWitt Allen\, 860-949-0095 or allendatlow@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-julius-m-hansen-park-north-haven-craig-repasz-and-dewitt-allen/ LOCATION:Julius M. Hansen Park\, North Haven\, 53 Patten Road\, North Haven\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T191530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191618Z UID:10000020-1779609600-1779624000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Barn Island Wildlife Management Area\, Stonington - Chris Loscalzo and Dan Errichetti DESCRIPTION:Barn Island WMA is a large expanse of varied habitat along the Connecticut shore near the Rhode Island border\, including large tracts of salt marsh\, deciduous woodlands and a large brushy field. We’ll see 60+ species of birds\, with notable resident species including White-eyed and Yellow-throated Vireo\, Saltmarsh Sparrow and Willow Flycatcher likely to be seen. This is a good spot to look for rare shorebirds such as Wilson’s Phalarope and Black-necked Stilt. We’ll take a long hike of approximately 4 to 5 miles through the property\, which is mostly flat on good trails. Wear comfortable shoes and bring bug spray and water. \nMeet at 8 a.m. at the WMA entrance on Palmer Neck Road\, Stonington \nOfficial state map – the entrance off Palmer Neck Road is marked with an “E.” \nLeaders: Chris Loscalzo\, 203-214-3473 or closcalz@optonline.net; \nDan Errichetti\, danerrichetti@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-barn-island-wildlife-management-area-stonington-chris-loscalzo-and-dan-errichetti/ LOCATION:Barn Island Wildlife Management Area\, Stonington\, 84RC+3W\, Pawcatuck\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T191324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191454Z UID:10000019-1779867000-1779879600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Lake Watrous\, Woodbridge - Pat Leahy DESCRIPTION:Join Pat Leahy for a walk on protected Regional Water Authority property in Woodbridge with views of the lake and dam\, some wetlands\, and lakeside forest. The trip will be a 3 mile hike on a flat trail. \nMeet at Lake Bethany Regional Water Authority parking area on Hatfield Hill Road\, Bethany. We will carpool to Lake Watrous from there. \nLeader: Pat Leahy\, 203-314-0566 or ptjleahy@yahoo.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-lake-watrous-woodbridge-pat-leahy/ LOCATION:Lake Bethany\, 179 Hatfield Hill Road\, Bethany\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T191220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191228Z UID:10000018-1780210800-1780221600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Chippens Hill Grassland Birds - Jack Swatt DESCRIPTION:The Chippens Hill area of Bristol has historically been farmland. The Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut and the city of Bristol are working to save some of the habitat where Bobolinks\, Meadowlarks\, and Grasshopper Sparrows have been found. Join Jack Swatt for a tour of these areas in search of these declining species. Bring plenty of water and be prepared to walk in sunny field habitat that may contain ticks. \nMeet at the Bristol Dog Park parking lot ​at 400 Perkins Street in Bristol\, just north of the intersection with Pinehurst Road. \nLeader: Jack Swatt\, 203-592-4686 or jswattbirds@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-chippens-hill-grassland-birds-jack-swatt/ LOCATION:Chippens Hill\, Bristol\, 400 Perkins Street\, Bristol\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T191050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191057Z UID:10000017-1780473600-1780484400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - First Wednesday Walk: Mohawk Mountain State Park - Jack Swatt DESCRIPTION:Join  us as we explore the birds in this scenic and spacious forest in the northern part of the state. Nesting species here include Blue-headed Vireo\, Hermit Thrush\, Canada Warbler\, and Black-throated Blue Warbler. Mostly easy walking\, with carpooling between sites. \nMeet at the entrance to Mohawk Mountain State Park on Route 4 in Cornwall\, four miles west of Goshen. \nLeader: Jack Swatt\, 203-592-4686 or jswattbirds@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-first-wednesday-walk-mohawk-mountain-state-park-jack-swatt/ LOCATION:Mohawk Mountain State Park\, Cornwall\, Mohawk Mountain State Park\, Cornwall\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T191902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T184831Z UID:10000022-1780704000-1780876799@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:New Haven Summer Bird Count DESCRIPTION:Saturday–Sunday\, June 6–7\, 2026\, all day \nA wonderful opportunity to work on your song identification skills and see what birds are nesting in your area. For the names of area captains\, to join a team\, and for other information\, contact Steve Mayo. Meet at various points. \nMap of Christmas and Summer bird count local areas (courtesy of Bill Rankin) \nCoordinator: Steve Mayo\, 203-772-9842 or scmayo999@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/new-haven-summer-bird-count/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Bird Count END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T190716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T200153Z UID:10000016-1781339400-1781348400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Ewen Farm Preserve\, Orange - Bev Propen and Nancy Clark DESCRIPTION:A scenic late spring walk around former hay fields\, past streams and a pond. Ewen Farm Preserve contains 43 acres of deep woods\, meadows\, ponds\, wetlands\, and fields that attract resident and migrating birds. A 75-yard boardwalk takes you through wetlands to the Indian River. The trail crosses wet areas; wear appropriate footwear. \nMeet at the intersection of St. John’s Drive and Farm River Road in Orange. \nLeaders: Beverly Propen\, 203-640-4089 or bpropen@gmail.com;  Nancy Clark\, nancyclarkbirder@gmail.com  URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-ewen-farm-preserve-orange-bev-propen-and-nancy-clark/ LOCATION:Ewen Farm Preserve\, Orange\, 654 St Johns Road\, Orange\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T190124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T190432Z UID:10000015-1781424000-1781434800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Mendell's Folly and Van Epps Preserve\, Bethany - John Triana and Christin Arnini DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION REQUIRED by June 10\, 2026 \nJoin the Bethany Land Trust and NHBC for a vigorous birding walk on the trails of several of the Bethany Land Trust’s parcels. The properties include a variety of habitats including wetland\, field\, upland deciduous and hemlock forest sections with rocky ledges\, and streams. Expect some steep and rocky areas with rough terrain and uneven and wet footing. Wear appropriate footwear and tick-proof clothing. Bring water. Inclement weather cancels. \nMeet at the roadside parking area at the Van Epps Preserve at 390 Beacon Road (route 42) in Bethany. Off road parking behind the gate is also available. \nTO REGISTER\, contact Bethany Land Trust Trails Chair\, Bob Harrison\, by Friday June 10\, 2026\, via cell 203-506-5888 or bjh51box@gmail.com. Walk will be limited to 20 participants. \nLeaders: John Triana\, 203-758-7203 or jtriana1@rwater.com; Christin Arnini\, 203-671-5567 or cevea55@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-mendells-folly-and-van-epps-preserve-bethany-john-triana-and-christin-arnini/ LOCATION:Van Epps Preserve\, Bethany\, 390 Beacon Road\, Bethany\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T185927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T185934Z UID:10000014-1781942400-1781953200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Brooksvale Park\, Hamden - Alan Malina and DeWitt Allen DESCRIPTION:Brooksvale is a city park with a small barnyard for children. The rest of the park features a tree-lined pond and streams\, deep woods\, field/wood edges\, and a large weedy field with bluebird/swallow boxes and an array of bird-attracting feeders at a private residence just beyond the park. There is also easy access to the Farmington Canal Greenway Trail. Join us to look for raptors and nesting birds that share the various habitats. \nMeet in the large unpaved parking lot\, just south of the Barnyard main entrance. \nLeaders: Alan Malina\, 203-606-0437 or alm5565@msn.com; DeWitt Allen\, 860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-brooksvale-park-hamden-alan-malina-and-dewitt-allen/ LOCATION:Brooksvale Park\, Hamden\, 524 Brooksvale Ave\, Hamden\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260226T190154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T190254Z UID:10000044-1782757800-1782763200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Book Club - Monday\, June 29\, 2026 at Mitchell Library DESCRIPTION:The “Birds in Words” book club will meet on Monday\, June 29\, 2026 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Mitchell Library in New Haven. \nThe club will discuss Lorna Gibson’s Birds Up Close: An Engineer Explores Their Hidden Wonders. \nFeel free to bring snacks to enjoy and share! \nAny questions\, contact Craig Repasz at craigr@newhavenbirdclub.org. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/book-club-monday-june-29-2026-at-mitchell-library/ LOCATION:Mitchell Branch – New Haven Public Library\, 37 Harrison Street\, New Haven\, CT\, 06515\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20260114T185715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T185728Z UID:10000013-1784446200-1784460600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Peoples State Forest\, Barkhamsted - Paul Mahler and Michele McDermott DESCRIPTION:Peoples State Forest spans over 3\,000 acres of diverse habitats and features 14 miles of trails\, yet it has been infrequently birded over the years. Join us as we explore various hotspots within the forest. Species we’re likely to encounter include: Blackburnian\, Canada\, Black-throated Blue\, and Black-throated Green Warblers\, Northern Waterthrush\, Ovenbirds\, Red-breasted Nuthatches\, Scarlet Tanagers\, Least and Alder Flycatchers\, Winter Wrens\, and more. Great Horned and Barred Owls\, along with Broad-winged Hawks\, also nest within the forest. Please note: the forest can be quite buggy in summer. Mosquito nets and/or generous use of bug spray are highly recommended. We will drive to several locations and walk approximately 2–3 miles throughout the morning. Terrain will include boardwalks\, rocky access roads\, and forest trails with many stumps and roots — please plan footwear and mobility accordingly. \nMeet at Matthies Grove (106 East River Road\, Barkhamsted). Meet in front of the pavilion to the left of the entrance. Due to limited parking at other spots in the forest\, we will carpool from there. \nLeaders: Paul Mahler\, 860-459-6942; \nMichele McDermott\, 860-485-3087 URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-peoples-state-forest-barkhamsted-paul-mahler-and-michele-mcdermott/ LOCATION:Matthies Grove – Peoples State Forest\, Barkhamsted\, 106 E. River Road\, Barkhamsted\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260423T114858 CREATED:20251125T184654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T184654Z UID:10000005-1791590400-1791763199@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:The Big Sit!™ 2026 DESCRIPTION:Yes\, The Big Sit!® is on!\nThe Big Sit! is on! And has migrated back to the New Haven Bird Club\, where it began in 1992. Although there are a few changes\, most stays the same\, including the primary rule: HAVE FUN! The Big Sit is a semi-competitive birding event originated by the New Haven Bird Club. It is open and FREE to anyone (individuals and teams) all over the world! How many birds can you identify in one day while staying within a 17-foot / 5.2-meter diameter circle? That’s the challenge of The Big Sit! \nFinal dates/times and registration will be announced in 2026! Visit the Big Sit website for more information. \nThe Big Sit!™ is a registered trademark of the New Haven Bird Club\, Inc. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/the-big-sit-2026/ LOCATION:CT ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR