The Nature Store at the Fairfield Nature Center
Holiday Schedule for the Fairfield Nature Center and Nature Store:
Tuesday, December 24 — closing early at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, December 25 and Wednesday, January 1 — closed.
Trails remain open daily, dawn to dusk
The Birds of Prey Compound is currently closed.
STORE HOURS
Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
203-259-6305 ext. 109
The Nature Store has a great selection of bird- and seasonal nature-themed items including field guides, bird feeders and seed, wall art, wind chimes, books, puzzles, toys and much more! Stop by the store to see our full selection.
Shop locally at the Nature Store and you’ll also be supporting Connecticut Audubon’s conservation and environmental education programs. Members receive a 10% discount on purchases. Please consider joining or renewing your membership today.
Shop for the Holidays!
There are more reasons than ever to do your holiday shopping at the Center’s Nature Store! Come see what’s new this year, including many products from New England area small businesses. You’re sure to find unique décor and memorable gifts for all ages.
New and favorite bird-themed products from Hester & Cook including cards, seasonal placemats and table accents.
Ornaments for decorating trees of all sizes.
Organically farmed and ethically sourced artisan teas and drinking chocolate from Flying Bird Botanicals (new flavors added this year!)
All-natural lip balms, moisturizing body products and beeswax candles from Little Bee of Southbury, CT.
Holiday cards–from whimsical to peaceful messages of the season.
Books, games and puzzles for curious minds of all ages.
Fabric gifts, notepads and kitchen textiles
from Alice’s Cottage. Designed, printed and
sewn in western Maryland.
Kitchen towels, versatile gift cards and bookmarks made from recycled content and certified fiber. Vintage-inspired, hand-crafted products from Brook Isle in Chester Spring, PA.
Naturally fragrant, eco-friendly products including sachets, room and linen sprays made with organic herbs and essential oils from Perry Home Naturals in Maine.
Eco-friendly, gift wraps and nature-inspired gifts and games for kids from Sea Urchin Studios of Ridgefield, CT.
From Artist Susan Macari-Brady
We are excited about the addition of new items in the store featuring images from the original bird paintings of local artist Susan Macari-Brady.
Songbird Notecards: Susan’s Songbird Series has grown, and new notecards from this collection feature her Tufted Titmouse, Eastern Bluebird, Cedar Waxwing and other paintings. Stop by the store to see them all. The note cards measure 4.25″ x 5.5″ and are $6.50.
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“The Owls” Note Cards: When you need to send something more personal than an email, look no further than the “The Owls.” This series of handmade note cards from the artist’s original paintings was begun in 2020 during the pandemic. It has grown to include new portraits like this engaging image of Eastern Screech-Owls “Louie & Malcom.” Susan photographed her paintings, and printed and hand-signed each card. The cards are sold individually for $6.50.
Silk Scarves: These 100% silk charmeuse scarves beautifully capture the colors and images from Susan’s “Owls” and “Songbirds” collections. They are finished with a machine rolled baby hem for long-lasting durability. Two designs available, in two sizes: 10″ x 45″ and 16″ x 72″.
About the artist: Susan began turning her paintings into cards and other items as a way to preserve the original work and to share her images. A graduate of Pratt Institute, she studied fine art photography and, for the past 20 years, has worked commercially for a collectibles company.
Bird Seed and Suet
Bird Seed is available year-round at the Nature Store. We carry premium brands of seed without waste and filler for the best nutritional quality and value. Mixes or single varieties, and seed without shells are always in stock. Good choices include sunflower seeds, safflower seeds, seed/nut blends and suet – a great energy source!
Bird Feeders
The Nature Store has an extensive line of bird feeders to help attract feathered friends to your yard, including many that are squirrel resistant! These feeders are all currently in stock, but quantities are limited, so don’t delay (a wide selection of bird seed is in stock, as well). Along with other Nature Store items such as birding books, bird houses, bird-themed puzzles and games, these feeders make a great gift.
From left to right: Audubon Squirrel-Resistant Caged Tube Feeder, Birds Choice Classic Bird Feeder with Baffle & Pole, Bromebirdcare SquirrelBuster Classic Bird Feeder with Baffle & Pole and Bromebirdcare SquirrelBuster Plus.
- Audubon Squirrel-Resistant Caged Tube Feeder: Durable, clear plastic tube feeder with green metal top, base, perches, ports and protective cage. Features protective grid work that allows birds to feed while keeping predators out. Easy to fill and clean!
- Birds Choice Classic Bird Feeder with Baffle & Pole: This squirrel-resistant feeder’s green top and baffle is made with baked enamel coating. The large seed reservoir is made from UV-resistant polycarbonate and there are four aluminum seed ports and perches.
- Bromebirdcare SquirrelBuster Classic: Four ports and wire mesh shroud allows for wide variety of perching and clinging birds to share the feeder. The negative grip tube prevents squirrels from grabbing the wire hanger with their hind legs, hanging down alongside the feeder and defeating the closing mechanism.
- Bromebirdcare Squirrel Buster Plus: This feeder breaks new ground with design features available for the first time on any bird feeder. Openings in the bottom section of the feeder (shroud) align with seed ports, providing birds access to the seeds. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the shroud down, closing the seed ports. Squirrels and large birds are thwarted, but are not harmed in any way.
Magnet Mesh Nyjer Feeder
Having a quality finch feeder is the cornerstone of successful bird feeder. You’ll love seeing this screen loaded with finches and their friends! Purchase with a small bag of finch blend or nyjer seed for a perfect gift.
- All-metal construction, polyester powder-coated yellow top and bottom with a black screen; 12 inches (1 quart capacity).
- This patented mesh screen will attract up to double the number of birds than other mesh on the market.
Decomposition Brand Products
Just in time for back-to-school shopping, check out the eco-friendly notebooks and other supplies from Decomposition–the popular designer and producer of sustainably made paper and stationery products. With whimsical, vintage designs, their sewn and spiral-bound notebooks are made from 100% post-consumer-waste recycled paper and come in standard and pocket sizes. Many fun, nature-inspired patterns to choose from. Check out their earth-friendly pens and pencils too–and round out your school shopping with a CT Audubon water bottle or tote bag.
Stainless-Steel Water Bottles
An ideal way to stay hydrated on the trails or paired up with our tote bag (below), our royal blue, 24 oz. water bottle is made of stainless-steel with a threaded BPA-free lid.
Cloth Tote Bags
With nine inch tall handles, this spacious blue tote bag will fit easily over your shoulder. It’s a perfect, plastic-free choice for your shopping needs!
The tote bag measures 15 inches wide by 16 inches high.
L-R: Sibley Birds East, Laminated Folding Pocket Naturalist Guides (Connecticut Wildlife, New England Trees & Wildflowers, Connecticut Birds, Bees & Other Pollinators), Kaufman Field Guide to Nature of New England and Birds of Connecticut Field Guide.
Bird and Nature Field Guides
You’ll be inspired to explore the outdoors with our specially curated selection of bird and nature field guides focused on the natural world in our geographic region. From tiny tidepool creatures to mighty raptors, your understanding and appreciation of the diverse life all around us will be enriched with one or more of these handy, informative guides.
Wind Chime
Add the perfect finishing touch to your outdoor spaces with this delightful wind chime. It is made of polished aluminum/zinc and the stylized, central flower has a chain from which hangs decorative petals holding four, strung tubes. Also available in frog, owl, butterfly and turtle designs.
You’ll be sure to enjoy their gentle tones when the wind softly blows! Dimensions: 1.75″ W x 8” H.
Cedar Bluebird Houses
Handcrafted of natural cedar, these nesting boxes are a great way to support Bluebirds during the busy spring season. They are easy to clean, have proper drainage and ventilation, come with mounting screws and are made in the U.S.A.
To make your backyard habitat even more attractive to Bluebirds, grow some native plants that are their favorites. Flowering dogwood, hollies and blueberries are a few examples of excellent choices.
The Sibley Birder’s Life List and Field Diary
From leading ornithologist and bestselling author David Sibley comes this essential write-in field companion for all levels of birders.
This indispensable birder’s companion includes both ample space for on-site notes and a life list to be filled in by the legions of passionate birders who have bought Sibley’s bestselling guides.
Jigsaw Puzzles
Puzzles are a great way to take a break, and with this Bloomin’ Birds jigsaw puzzle by Cobble Hill, you’ll have lots of family fun. This 350-piece puzzle depicts a scene that celebrates spring’s flowers and beautiful birds, with the opportunity for puzzlers of all skill levels to work different sides of the puzzle at the same time.
Other puzzles choices include (below from left to right): Birds on a Wire (poster included; 500 pieces), Popular Backyard Wild Birds of North America (1,000 pieces), The Towering Tree Puzzle (17 double-sided pieces, ages 3+), Songbirds (500 pieces, ages 8+) and Birds A-Z (500 pieces, ages 8+). Your whole family enjoys will enjoy these new puzzle activities!
Crazy for Cardinals
Cardinal-themed items include specially designed travel mugs, feeders, tea towels, books and more!
Antique-Style Glass Bottle Hummingbird Feeder
This feeder has a 10 oz. nectar capacity with a base that comes apart for easy cleaning and four decorative flower feeding ports. Additional features include:
— Decorative, green antique-style glass bottle
— Elegant base accents with brushed-nickel finish
Ruby Glass Hummingbird Feeder
This feeder has a 10 oz. size nectar capacity with with circular perch and built-in ant moat. Additional features include:
— Wide opening glass bottle and detachable flat base for easy cleaning and filling
— Five integrated perches designed with hummingbirds in mind
— Decorative hanger included
Elegant Copper Glass Hummingbird Feeder
Combining brushed copper and sturdy hardened glass, this feeder adds a touch of classic charm while the red, flower-shaped feeding ports invite hummingbirds to dart over and nourish themselves on the nectar it holds. Additional features include:
— Wide-mouth, 12 oz. size bottle allows for easy filling and cleaning
— Wraparound perch has space for multiple birds
— Built-in bee guards defend against unwanted insects
Window Hummingbird Feeder
This charming hummingbird feeder holds four ounces of nectar and has two raised ports. It conveniently attaches to a window with a suction cup, and the elevated, extended perch allows hummingbirds to rest and easily feed. The feeder includes an engraved nectar scale and supports nectar tips.
Hummer Ring
Feed hummingbirds right out of your hand with this Hummer Ring. Made from light-weight, yet durable and easy-to-clean plastic, the ring stays light on your finger. It makes a terrific gift for a wild bird and backyard nature lover. Holds 10 milliliters of nectar and is top-rack dishwasher safe.
