Posts Tagged ‘77’

Saturday, October 8 10 – 11 a.m. Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street Learn how to identify birds by sight and sound. Discover bird feeding habits and ways to attract them to your feeder.  Free.  Preregistration required.  To register call 203-259-6305 ext. 109.  

You won’t want to miss the launch of our exclusive line of chocolates AudubonBons at our 45th Anniversary Party!   Buy at Ticket Today – Click here! Not able to attend, but would like to make a donation?  Click here!     AudubonBons debut at the Party! AudubonBons are handcrafted in small batches in Fairfield, Connecticut by […]

Friday’s, November 11, 7:00– 9:15 p.m. When the sun retreats, owls awaken to go in search of prey. Some say that owls are wise, others that they sparked legends of ghosts. Whatever the truth, autumn is a fine time to uncover the mysteries of these amazing nocturnal hunters. We’ll learn about a few of the […]

Tuesdays, October 4 – November 15 3:30 – 5 p.m. For students in grades 6 and 7 Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street Join us in caring for the resident non-releasable animals who live at the Center. From glamorous to gross, learn about animal husbandry care, preparing and offering their food and ensuring they have a […]

A Fundraiser to Support the Coastal Center Sunday, October 9 Our Connecticut Audubon Society’s Surf Scopers will once again compete in the Big Sit! This international event, were teams count birds from within a 17 foot circle for up to 24 hours, helps to raise money for conservation and education, and is a fundraiser for […]

Saturday, September 17 from 10:30 a.m. – Noon Center at Fairfield 2325 Burr Street Come learn what makes raptors unique! See them up close and learn about their features, adaptations and behaviors. Take a guided hike and enjoy snacks! Children must be able to sit during a live birds of prey presentation. Connecticut Audubon Society  […]

Saturday, September 10 at 9 a.m.Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street Hike the trails with our naturalist and learn what birds are migrating.  Bring binoculars if you have them!  Ages 12 and up.  Donation suggested.  Please call to reserve your spot. 203-259-6305 ext. 109

An introduction to nature for children ages 3 – 5 and their favorite adult. Participants are introduced to a different nature theme each session. Explore the wonders of nature through stories, a nature lesson, and a craft to do together.             January 17, 2017 – Mixed up Chameleon (lizards) 10 – 11 a.m.  Discover the amazing […]

  Animals have to eat healthy too, and thanks to volunteers from the Fairfield Chapter of the National Charity League, Inc., critter residents at the Center at Fairfield will soon be dining on home-grown organic greens fresh from their own garden.  As part of on-going support to Connecticut Audubon, 17 NCL, Inc. Fairfield Chapter members spent […]

Sponsoring a Bird of Prey at the Center at Fairfield is a rewarding way to ensure the welfare of a bird that cannot survive on its own.  It’s a unique present for someone special or as a treat for yourself!  Your sponsorship will support the daily upkeep of your chosen bird, and the considerable amount […]

Saturday, June 11  open 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Join us for Connecticut Open House Day — a unified  celebration of the state’s   fascinating world of art,   history and tourism. The Center at Fairfield, along with more than 200 other organizations and attractions throughout the state, will open its doors and offer free admission to visitors. The […]

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Farm-to-Table Veggies on the Menu at The Connecticut Audubon Society in Fairfield Animals have to eat healthy too, and thanks to volunteers from the Fairfield Chapter of the National Charity League, Inc., critter residents at The Connecticut Audubon Society’s Center at Fairfield will soon be dining on home-grown organic greens fresh from their own garden.  […]

 Saturday, June 410 a.m. and 1 p.m. Choose from one of two guided 1-hour hikes: 10:00 am or 1:00 pm. The leisurely 1.5 mile journey will pass through the Larsen Sanctuary where we’ll discover a temperate  deciduous forest, ponds,   garden marsh, meadow and swamp, while observing   several bird habitats and ecological points of interest and discussing […]

Wednesday,  May 25 from 7:30– 9:15 p.m. When the sun retreats, owls awaken to go in search of prey. Some say that owls are wise; others say that they have sparked legends of ghosts. Whatever the truth, we’ll uncover the mysteries of these amazing nocturnal hunters, while learning about the species that co-exist in our area. […]

Monday, May 23 from 10 – 10:45 a.m. For children ages 2-3 years accompanied by an actively participating adultCenter at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street Join us for outdoor fun and adventure as spring unfolds in the Larsen Sanctuary. We’ll listen for frogs calling, view turtles sunning and watch birds journey back from their winter travels. Please […]

Saturday, May 21 at 11 a.m. Come watch while our animal caretakers feed some of our resident animals. Discover fun facts about these creatures while you get an up-close view. Free.  This program is held at Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street. Pre-registration required.   Call for reservations: 203-259-6305 ext. 109.  

Saturday, May 1410:30 a.m. Owls fly, hoot, eat and they leave behind all sorts of tracks and traces, like owl pellets! Find out what a pellet is, meet our non-releasable owls up close and head to the woods looking for signs of owls. $5/person. All ages welcome, children must be able to sit during an owl […]

Saturday, May 7 10:30 – Noon Hike the trails with our naturalist and discover what spring has to offer in the Sanctuary: skunk cabbage, peepers calling, migrating birds.   All ages welcome, but no strollers please. Bring binoculars if you have them!  This program is held at Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street. Pre-registration required.   Call for […]

              The results are in. Frank Gallo and his team traveled throughout Connecticut on Sunday counting birds to raise funds for our Milford Point Coastal Center. Their total: 179 species, about eight below their average (Frank says it was a slow migration day with few lingering ducks). Still, 179 […]