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:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260808T164502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T165223Z UID:10000077-1792224000-1792234800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Country Club of Woodbridge Property\, Woodbridge - Chris Loscalzo DESCRIPTION:Join Chris Loscalzo for a walk on this former golf course (now a valued open space as the fairways have transformed into weedy and brushy fields) as he looks for sparrows and other late fall migrants. The walk will be preceded on Friday\, October 16th by a presentation on sparrow identification via Zoom when Chris will review the ID of all 27 species of sparrow that have been seen in CT; see notice under Indoor Meetings. \nAdvance registration will be requested\, but additional walks will be arranged if interest in the walk exceeds available spaces. Watch for the NHBC email announcement for details. \nMeet at the gravel parking lot on Johnson Road\, immediately southeast of the intersection of Johnson Road and Ansonia Road in Woodbridge. \nLeader: Chris Loscalzo\, 203-214-3473 or closcalz@optonline.net URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-country-club-of-woodbridge-property-woodbridge-chris-loscalzo/ LOCATION:Country Club of Woodbridge Property\, Woodbridge\, 50 Woodfield Road\, Woodbridge\, CT\, 06525\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T150302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T150302Z UID:10000057-1792177200-1792180800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:SPECIAL EVENT (Virtual Only): Identification of Connecticut's Sparrows - Chris Loscalzo DESCRIPTION: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 points for all of our sparrow species. Join in online and learn about these underappreciated but wonderful birds. Then go for the walk on Saturday and put your heightened skills to use! \nWatch for the Zoom link in your email several days prior to the event. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/special-event-virtual-only-identification-of-connecticuts-sparrows-chris-loscalzo/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Indoor Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T103000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260808T164227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T164227Z UID:10000076-1791964800-1791973800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Bauer Park (Bauer Farm)\, Madison - Chuck Imbergamo DESCRIPTION:Explore fields\, community gardens\, and woodland trails for resident birds and migrants. The terrain is easy and mostly flat. \nMeet at the Bauer Park Community Gardens parking area\, 257 Copse Road\, Madison. \nLeader: Chuck Imbergamo\, imbercj@comcast.net  URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-bauer-park-bauer-farm-madison-chuck-imbergamo/ LOCATION:Bauer Park\, Madison\, 257 Copse Road\, Madison\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20251125T184654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T164924Z UID:10000005-1791590400-1791763199@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:The Big Sit!™ 2026 DESCRIPTION:Yes\, The Big Sit!® is on!\nThe Big Sit®\, established by the NHBC\, has become an international event\, with birders from all over the world trying to record as many species of birds as possible in one day from one 17-foot diameter circle. There are local circles at a number of birding hot spots throughout Connecticut. Join other birders at one of the established circles or create your own circle. You can do as many or as few hours as convenient\, on one or both days. You don’t have to be a hardcore birder to join in the fun. \nVisit the Big Sit website for details. \nContact: Craig Repasz\, 203-745-6683 or crepasz@hotmail.com \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 CATEGORIES:Bird Count,Walks ORGANIZER;CN="New Haven Bird Club":MAILTO:ask@newhavenbirdclub.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260807T191152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T191152Z UID:10000074-1791590400-1791676799@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Fall Migration Festival\, Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven DESCRIPTION:Join the New Haven Parks Department for the Annual Migration Festival.\nLighthouse Point Park is located on the Atlantic flyway\, a major route for butterflies\, hawks\, and many other bird species in their annual migration south for the winter months. Events include bird watching walks\, hawk displays\, butterfly observations\, and the annual hawk count\, among others. \nMeet at Lighthouse Point Park\, 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven. Check back here for times. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/fall-migration-festival-lighthouse-point-park-new-haven/ LOCATION:Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven\, 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven\, CT\, 06512\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Count END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T210000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T150043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T150043Z UID:10000056-1791486000-1791493200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Indoor Meeting - Twitching (Birding) at the Yale Center for British Art - Mark Aronson DESCRIPTION: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 senior conservator of paintings at the Yale Center for British Art\, has spent some of his time birding the paintings in the collection and he will show some of the 75+ birds seen on the walls of the YCBA.  A visit to this free museum serves as a perfect way to get your twitch on during a rainy day. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/indoor-meeting-twitching-birding-at-the-yale-center-for-british-art-mark-aronson/ LOCATION:Whitney Center – Cultural Arts Center\, Hamden\, 200 Leeder Hill Dr.\, Hamden\, CT\, 06517\, United States CATEGORIES:Indoor Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260807T190321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T190321Z UID:10000072-1791360000-1791370800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - First Wednesday Walk: Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven - Frank Gallo DESCRIPTION:Join us on a visit to this premier local birding location\, renowned for its migrating raptors and other passerines. If the weather conditions are favorable\, we may see hundreds of hawks in flight over the park. \nNOTE: the walk will be limited to 20 participants. Watch for the NHBC email announcement for details. \nMeet at the Hawk Watch parking lot\, Lighthouse Point Park\, 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven. \nLeader: Frank Gallo\, 203-644-2163 or peeplo@aol.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-first-wednesday-walk-lighthouse-point-park-new-haven-frank-gallo/ LOCATION:Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven\, 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven\, CT\, 06512\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260807T185524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T190008Z UID:10000071-1791100800-1791111600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Great Meadows Unit\, Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge\, Stratford - Corrie Folsom-O'Keefe DESCRIPTION:The salt marshes of Connecticut are active during early fall migration. Come visit one of the state’s largest salt marshes to observe Palm Warblers\, wading birds\, shorebirds\, migrating sparrows and swallows\, Merlins\, Northern Harriers\, and others. Corrie Folsom-O’Keefe\, Director of Bird Conservation at Audubon Connecticut\, will also discuss salt marsh ecology and the large marsh restoration project that is in progress at Great Meadows. \nMeet in the Refuge parking lot at (approximately) 600 Long Beach Boulevard\, Stratford. \nLeader: Corrie Folsom-O’Keefe\, 203-233-0535  or cfolsom-okeefe@audubon.org URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-great-meadows-unit-stewart-b-mckinney-national-wildlife-refuge-stratford-corrie-folsom-okeefe/ LOCATION:Great Meadows Unit\, Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge\, Stratford\, 5R7R+9RX\, Stratford\, CT\, 06615\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260807T185235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T185235Z UID:10000070-1791014400-1791025200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Hammonasset Beach State Park\, Madison - Maria Stockmal DESCRIPTION:Visit one of our state’s best fall birding spots\, where the abundance of some migrants and sightings of less common species can make for a truly memorable trip. The walking is easy\, all on level ground. \nMeet outside the park at the Shoreline Greenway Trail parking area on Boston Post Road\, Madison\, just east of the park’s main entrance road. \nLeader: Maria Stockmal\, 203-305-3728  or m.stockmal@snet.net  URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-hammonasset-beach-state-park-madison-maria-stockmal/ LOCATION:Shoreline Greenway Trail\, Madison\, Shoreline Greenway Trail Eastern Trailhead Parking Lot\, Madison\, CT\, 06443\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T150728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T150951Z UID:10000059-1790812800-1790899199@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Hawk Watch / Bird Count at Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven: Daily September to December DESCRIPTION:Lighthouse Point Park is a premier location in southern New England for observing migrating raptors and a wide variety of songbirds. The watch starts daily at 7 a.m. and continues as long as the hawks keep flying. Stop by anytime. We meet by the tall lone tree on top of the hill. If the gate is staffed\, just let them know you are there for the Hawk Watch. 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven. \nCoordinator Steve Mayo\, 203-772-9842\, scmayo999@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/hawk-watch-bird-count-at-lighthouse-point-park-new-haven-daily-september-to-december/2026-10-01/ LOCATION:Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven\, 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven\, CT\, 06512\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260807T191616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T192036Z UID:10000075-1790697600-1790701200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:NHBC Sponsored Children's Program - A Place Called Hope: Birds of Prey DESCRIPTION:NHBC Sponsored Children’s Program!\nMeet 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. \nRegistration is required for this event\, and registrations close on September 29\, 2026 @ 4:00 pm. Register here. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/nhbc-sponsored-childrens-program-a-place-called-hope-birds-of-prey/ LOCATION:Blackstone Library\, Branford\, 758 Main Street\, Branford\, CT\, 06405\, United States CATEGORIES:Indoor Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T200000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260521T162842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T154818Z UID:10000048-1790620200-1790625600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Book Club - Monday\, September 28\, 2026 at Mitchell Library\, New Haven DESCRIPTION:The “Birds in Words” book club will meet on Monday\, September 28\, 2026 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the Mitchell Library in New Haven. \nFeel free to bring snacks to enjoy and share! \nThe club will discuss Feather Wars: And The Great Crusade to Save America’s Birds by James H. McCommons. \n“A definitive history of bird conservation in America.” (Kirkus Reviews\, starred)\n\nFrom the time the country was founded\, early Americans assumed that the land’s natural resources were infinite\, including its birds\, which were zealously hunted for food\, game\, and fashion. With the rapid extinction of the passenger pigeon―a bird once so numerous that its flocks darkened the sky in flight―many realized actions needed to be taken if other birds were to be saved. What followed was both a spiritual awakening and a great crusade to save birds and their habitat. The campaign took place on many battlefields: society teas in Boston\, hunt clubs on the East Coast\, the mangroves in the Everglades\, and in the editorial pages of newspapers and periodicals. From many corners of the country the bird protection movement was born and brought together a remarkable coalition of people and organizations to save America’s birds. \nThe Feather Wars is an entertaining and expansive work of American history\, an incredible story about how disparate characters―progressive politicians\, free-thinking society belles\, nature writers and artists\, bird-loving U.S. presidents\, gunmakers\, business titans\, and brave game wardens―came together to save hundreds of species of birds. Heroes\, martyrs\, villains\, and conflicted do-gooders―the early bird conservation movement had them all. Together they transformed how Americans thought and cared about birds\, forever altering the American landscape. \nAny questions\, contact Craig Repasz at craigr@newhavenbirdclub.org. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/book-club-monday-september-28-2026-at-mitchell-library-new-haven/ 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:20260927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T190941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190941Z UID:10000069-1790496000-1790506800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Lake Wintergreen\, New Haven - Molly Zahn and Peter Grund DESCRIPTION:Join Molly Zahn and Peter Grund for a walk at the Lake Wintergreen area of West Rock Ridge State Park. We will circle the lake and\, if there is time\, walk up to the water tower close to the top of the ridge. The walk around the lake is on gravel or dirt paths and is mostly flat. The walk to the ridge is uphill. We hope to see a broad range of migrating and resident birds\, including some waterfowl on and around the lake. \nMeet at the Lake Wintergreen parking lot off Main Street\, Hamden. \nLeaders: Molly Zahn\, 785-383 8695 or mollymzahn@gmail.com;  Peter Grund\,  785-727-3962 or petergrund93@yahoo.com  URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-lake-wintergreen-new-haven-molly-zahn-and-peter-grund/ LOCATION:Lake Wintergreen\, Hamden\, 448 Main Street\, Hamden\, CT\, 06514\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T190638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190638Z UID:10000068-1790409600-1790420400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Edgewood Park\, New Haven - DeWitt Allen DESCRIPTION:Edgewood Park is an important stop-over site for migrating birds in the fall\, and a wide variety of song-birds\, raptors\, and land-birds are possible. Join us as we explore river\, woods\, pond\, and open field habitats. The walk is easy and flat\, but might include one dirt path through a wooded area and an often-wet field. Wear appropriate shoes. Total distance is approximately 2.5 miles. \nMeet at the Edgewood Park parking lot off West Rock Avenue near the tennis courts\, just south of Whalley Avenue\, New Haven. \nLeader: DeWitt Allen\, 860-949-0995 or allendatlow@gmail.com  URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-edgewood-park-new-haven-dewitt-allen/ LOCATION:Edgewood Park\, New Haven\, 361 West Rock Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T190222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190444Z UID:10000067-1789891200-1789902000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Hanover Pond and Linear Trail\, Meriden - Mark Wantroba DESCRIPTION:Help us explore Hanover Pond in Meriden. The large pond and trails around it are a reliable site for herons\, egrets\, eagles and other raptors\, and an often-surprising variety of migrating waterfowl and passerines. \nMeet at the Meriden Linear Trail Phase II parking lot\, Oregon Road\, Meriden. \nLeader: Mark Wantroba\, 203-974-3966 or markwantroba@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-hanover-pond-and-linear-trail-meriden-mark-wantroba/ LOCATION:Hanover Pond\, Meriden\, G5F7+HQ\, Meriden\, CT\, 06451\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T185522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190021Z UID:10000066-1789804800-1789815600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Farm River State Park\, East Haven - Maria Stockmal DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk in this species-rich but under-birded state park in East Haven. September possibilities include shorebirds and herons\, various migrating hawks and falcons\, resident woodpeckers\, and a wide range of resident birds and other passerines in migration. If time allows\, we will also walk the short East Haven Greenway Trail loop\, which offers a variety of species. \nMeet at the dirt parking lot at the corner of Mansfield Grove Road and Hoop Pole Lane\, East Haven. \nLeader: Maria Stockmal\, 203-305-3728 or m.stockmal@snet.net URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-farm-river-state-park-east-haven-maria-stockmal/ LOCATION:Farm River State Park\, East Haven (Hoop Pole Lane parking lot)\, 96-98 Hoop Pole Lane\, East Haven\, CT\, 06512\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T185011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T185249Z UID:10000065-1789545600-1789556400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - White Memorial Little Pond Boardwalk Trail\, Litchfield - Celeste Echlin DESCRIPTION:The White Memorial Little Pond Boardwalk Trail is an elevated\, 1.2-mile loop trail located within the 4\,000-acre White Memorial Conservation Center\, an Important Bird Area. The trail crosses the Bantam River twice and proceeds through wetlands with waterfowl and various resident and migratory passerines. We will also explore several wooded areas with trails nearby. \nMeet at the Little Pond Boardwalk parking lot on Whites Wood Road\, just north of the intersection with Bissell Road\, Litchfield. \nLeader: Celeste Echlin\, 860-485-2567 or cechlin151@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-white-memorial-little-pond-boardwalk-trail-litchfield-celeste-echlin/ LOCATION:White Memorial Little Pond Boardwalk Trail\, Litchfield\, PQHW+G2\, Litchfield\, CT\, 06759\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T153205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T204829Z UID:10000064-1789200000-1789210800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Fresh Meadows Preserve\, Cheshire - Corrie Folsom-O'Keefe DESCRIPTION:Group 1: 8–9:30 a.m.; Group 2: 9:30–11 a.m. \nMigrating birds looking for a place to rest and refuel on their southbound journeys are attracted to the variety of habitats within Cheshire Land Trust’s Fresh Meadows Preserve. With conifer groves\, deciduous woodlands\, and meadows\, all located along the Mill River\, it’s worth a visit. Expect a 1-2 mile walk on mostly level ground. Muck boots or other waterproof boots and footwear are strongly advised\, especially if there has been recent rain. We will have two groups of 10 people each. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! If you are interested in participating with the walk\, please fill out the form below. Registrations are due by Tuesday\, September 8 at 10 pm. Participants will be selected at random from the registration list\, and you will be notified on Wednesday\, September 9 if you are on the attendee list or wait-listed. \nMeet at the information kiosk on Cook Hill Road. Park there or across the street on Corliss Lane. \nLeader: Corrie Folsom-O’Keefe\, 203-233-0535 or cfolsom-okeefe@audubon.org  \n\n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Indicate your choice of time(Required)\n \n Group 1: 8 - 9:30 am\n \n \n Group 2: 9:30 - 11 am\n \n \n No preference\n \n Submit URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-registration-required-fresh-meadows-preserve-cheshire-corrie-folsom-okeefe/ LOCATION:Fresh Meadows Preserve\, Cheshire\, F483+WH\, Cheshire\, CT\, 06410\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T210000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T145718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T145718Z UID:10000055-1789066800-1789074000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Indoor Meeting - Bald Eagles - Ginny Apple DESCRIPTION: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 population in our state. URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/indoor-meeting-bald-eagles-ginny-apple/ LOCATION:Whitney Center – Cultural Arts Center\, Hamden\, 200 Leeder Hill Dr.\, Hamden\, CT\, 06517\, United States CATEGORIES:Indoor Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T151144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T151144Z UID:10000062-1788681600-1788692400@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Introduction to Lighthouse Point and Hawkwatching - Steve Mayo DESCRIPTION:Join Hawk Watch Coordinator Steve Mayo for an introduction to identifying and counting the raptors that stream over and through Lighthouse Point Park during fall migration. Lighthouse Point is a premier location on the East Coast and watching the migrating raptors pass through can be thrilling. \nMeet at the Hawk Watch  parking lot\, Lighthouse Point Park\, 2 Lighthouse Rd\, New Haven. If the gate is staffed\, let them know you are there for Hawk Watch. \nLeader: Steve Mayo\, 203-772-9842 or scmayo999@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-introduction-to-lighthouse-point-and-hawkwatching-steve-mayo/ LOCATION:Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven\, 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven\, CT\, 06512\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T151329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T151836Z UID:10000063-1788336000-1788346800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - First Wednesday Walk: Branford Trolley and Footbridge Trail - Linda Meyer DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bird walk along the Branford Trolley and Footbridge Trail in the Stony Point section of Branford. We’ll walk a broad trail over an old iron trolley bridge\, along a cut through solid rock\, and across a footbridge over a large wetland. We’ll look for wading birds\, shorebirds\, early migrants\, and lingering breeders in a beautiful setting. \nMeet at the Branford Trolley Trail and Footbridge parking area in front of West Point Field. Reach West Point Field via Thimble Island Road; turn right opposite the Legacy Theatre and right at the next T intersection. (41°16’10.3″N 72°45’14.6″W). \nLeader: Linda Meyer\, 203-996-5666 URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-first-wednesday-walk-branford-trolley-and-footbridge-trail-linda-meyer/ LOCATION:Branford Trolley and Footbridge Trail\, Branford\, 769W+Q9\, Branford\, CT\, 06405\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks GEO:41°16'10.3"N;72°45'14.6"W X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Branford Trolley and Footbridge Trail Branford 769W+Q9 Branford CT 06405 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=769W+Q9:geo:72°45'14.6"W,41°16'10.3"N END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260902 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260806T150728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T150951Z UID:10000058-1788220800-1788307199@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Hawk Watch / Bird Count at Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven: Daily September to December DESCRIPTION:Lighthouse Point Park is a premier location in southern New England for observing migrating raptors and a wide variety of songbirds. The watch starts daily at 7 a.m. and continues as long as the hawks keep flying. Stop by anytime. We meet by the tall lone tree on top of the hill. If the gate is staffed\, just let them know you are there for the Hawk Watch. 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven. \nCoordinator Steve Mayo\, 203-772-9842\, scmayo999@gmail.com URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/hawk-watch-bird-count-at-lighthouse-point-park-new-haven-daily-september-to-december/2026-09-01/ LOCATION:Lighthouse Point Park\, New Haven\, 2 Lighthouse Road\, New Haven\, CT\, 06512\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260728T141007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T141007Z UID:10000054-1788076800-1788087600@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Harkness Memorial State Park\, Waterford - Dan Erichetti DESCRIPTION:Harkness Memorial offers a wide variety of habitats including beach\, sand dune\, salt marsh\, saltwater cove\, and grassland. We’ll explore\, looking for migrants and local residents. \nMeet at the western end of the main parking lot\, Harkness Memorial State Park\, 275 Great Neck Road\, Waterford. \nLeader: Dan Erichetti\, danerrichetti@gmail.com   URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-harkness-memorial-state-park-waterford-dan-erichetti/ LOCATION:Harkness Memorial State Park\, Waterford\, 275 Great Neck Road\, 8V2P+VQ Waterford\, Waterford\, CT\, 06385\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T113000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260728T135828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T140920Z UID:10000053-1787128200-1787139000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Field Trip - Boyd Woods Audubon Sanctuary\, Litchfield - Celeste Echlin DESCRIPTION:This 106-acre site is owned by Litchfield Hills Audubon with varied wooded habitat and well-maintained trails\, a bird blind\, vernal pools\, and a bordering brook. If time permits\, we will make short visits to other nearby stops. \nMeet at Boyd Woods Audubon Sanctuary parking lot\, Northfield Road (Route 254)\, Litchfield (41.724868\, -73.148762). Driving directions. \nLeader: Celeste Echlin\, 860-485-2567 or cechlin151@gmail.com  URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-boyd-woods-audubon-sanctuary-litchfield/ LOCATION:Boyd Woods Audubon Sanctuary\, Litchfield\, PVF2+WC Litchfield\, Litchfield\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks GEO:41.724868;-73.148762 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boyd Woods Audubon Sanctuary Litchfield PVF2+WC Litchfield Litchfield CT United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=PVF2+WC Litchfield:geo:-73.148762,41.724868 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260728T133919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T230835Z UID:10000052-1786177800-1786186800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Field Trip - Milford Point: Shorebirds and Terns - Frank Mantlik DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED! \nWe’ll walk out on the sandbar to see a variety of shorebirds and terns. Beach walking is involved; please wear appropriate footgear. We’ll also check the Coastal Center grounds for songbirds. Meet at the Coastal Center at Milford Point’s parking lot\, 1 Milford Point Road\, Milford. \nNOTE: THE WALK IS LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \nParticipants will be selected by random number from the list of all who have registered through the online form. DeWitt will let you know whether you are on the list of 20 or on a wait list.  \nLeader: Frank Mantlik\, 203-984-9410 or mantlik@sbcglobal.net URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-milford-point-shorebirds-and-terns/ LOCATION:Milford Point Coastal Center\, Milford\, 1 Milford Point Road\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T150000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260617T150708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T150708Z UID:10000051-1785070800-1785078000@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Wingspan Game Event - Sunday\, July 26 at Whitney Center DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of playing Wingspan\, the board game focused on birds! For players new to Wingspan\, we will offer an introduction to the game and a guided playing experience. Players already familiar with Wingspan are welcome to set up independent games. \nThe game is played over four rounds\, which involve different “actions” of acquiring foods and bird cards\, laying eggs\, and playing bird cards on a player mat. Players get points by reaching short-term and long-term goals\, and the player with the most points at the end of round four wins! A four-round game takes 1-2 hours. If you are interested in learning more about the rules\, you will find more information here. \nThe NHBC has a number of base sets of the game\, but feel free to bring your own game as well. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nOrganizer: Ann Meacham\, Annm@newhavenbirdclub.org URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/wingspan-game-event-sunday-july-26-at-whitney-center/ LOCATION:Whitney Center – Cultural Arts Center\, Hamden\, 200 Leeder Hill Dr.\, Hamden\, CT\, 06517\, United States CATEGORIES:Indoor Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T113000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260114T185715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T153339Z 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 and 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. \nUpdate 5/14/26: New Starting Location! We will meet at the parking lot for Church Pool Park and then carpool over to the entrance for Peoples State Forest. \nChurch Pool Park is located at: 10 Pleasant Valley Rd\, Barkhamsted\, CT 06063 (41.9133759\, -72.9864183) \nMost people will likely be taking Rt 44 to either Rt 318 or Rt 181. \nFrom Rt 318: Follow Rt 318 until you cross over an old iron bridge. Parking lot will be on right just after the bridge. \nFrom Rt 181: Follow Rt 181 until you come to a 4 way intersection. Turn right onto the old iron bridge. Parking lot will be on right just after the bridge. \nLeaders: Paul Mahler\, 860-459-6942; Michele McDermott\, 860-485-3087 URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/field-trip-peoples-state-forest-barkhamsted-paul-mahler-and-michele-mcdermott/ LOCATION:Church Pool Park\, Barkhamsted\, 10 Pleasant Valley Road\, Barkhamsted\, CT\, 06063\, United States CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T200000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260226T190154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T154600Z UID:10000044-1782757800-1782763200@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Book Club - Monday\, June 29\, 2026 at Mitchell Library\, New Haven 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. \nFeel free to bring snacks to enjoy and share! \nThe club will discuss Lorna Gibson’s Birds Up Close: An Engineer Explores Their Hidden Wonders. \nA renowned engineer and lifelong birder reveals the marvel of how birds work—from the tips of their beaks to the sheen of their tailfeathers. \nWith over 150 full-color illustrations\, a unique gift book for everyone from the avid birder to the bird beginner. \nConsider feathers: They define birds’ wings\, enabling flight. They insulate against cold. They repel water. They even control sound. And how feathers work is just one aspect of the wonders of birds explained by pathbreaking researcher and birder Lorna Gibson in Birds Up Close. \nFeathers\, bones\, bills\, eggs\, flight: all come in for scrutiny in this engaging book. What produces the iridescence of plumage? How does the internal structure of a bird’s bones make them lightweight? How do different birds use their bills and tongues—from woodpeckers penetrating the holes they drill to hummingbirds imbibing nectar\, to sandpipers needling the sand\, and to phalaropes drawing water droplets containing plankton into their mouths without sucking (no lips!)? \nDrawing on her expertise and personal experience in both engineering and ornithology\, the author explores the hidden microscopic structures and engineering principles that keep birds aloft and alive—how an egg is formed\, how a bird generates lift; how raptors soar and glide\, albatrosses fly thousands of miles\, hummingbirds hover\, puffins and penguins “fly” underwater. She also considers the longer view of birds in their habitats and natural history. Her up-close look at avian mysteries provides a perspective like no other for the expert ornithologist and curious observer alike. \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:20260628T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 CREATED:20260617T150606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T150606Z UID:10000050-1782651600-1782658800@newhavenbirdclub.org SUMMARY:Wingspan Game Event - Sunday\, June 28 at Whitney Center DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of playing Wingspan\, the board game focused on birds! For players new to Wingspan\, we will offer an introduction to the game and a guided playing experience. Players already familiar with Wingspan are welcome to set up independent games. \nThe game is played over four rounds\, which involve different “actions” of acquiring foods and bird cards\, laying eggs\, and playing bird cards on a player mat. Players get points by reaching short-term and long-term goals\, and the player with the most points at the end of round four wins! A four-round game takes 1-2 hours. If you are interested in learning more about the rules\, you will find more information here. \nThe NHBC has a number of base sets of the game\, but feel free to bring your own game as well. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nOrganizer: Ann Meacham\, Annm@newhavenbirdclub.org URL:https://newhavenbirdclub.org/event/wingspan-game-event-sunday-june-28-at-whitney-center/ LOCATION:Whitney Center – Cultural Arts Center\, Hamden\, 200 Leeder Hill Dr.\, Hamden\, CT\, 06517\, United States CATEGORIES:Indoor Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T090556 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 END:VCALENDAR