BIRDING EVENTS and WALKS — 2022
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April 27, 2022
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
April 30, 2022
Saturday, 9:00 a.m.
Event: Daffodil Walk at Kalmia
We’ll start with a walk on the trail through Kalmia’s forest leading to the spot where volunteers planted daffodils last fall. For those interested, we’ll also walk into the Roraback State Forest bordering Kalmia to look for returning warblers. The walk is easy, but wear sturdy footwear. Meet Marie Kennedy in the Kalmia parking lot at the end of Laurel Road in Harwinton; follow the sign to the parking lot on the right, past the last house.
For more information, contact Marie at: mariekennedy226@gmail.com or 914-393-6270
Saturday, 9:00 a.m.
Event: Daffodil Walk at Kalmia
We’ll start with a walk on the trail through Kalmia’s forest leading to the spot where volunteers planted daffodils last fall. For those interested, we’ll also walk into the Roraback State Forest bordering Kalmia to look for returning warblers. The walk is easy, but wear sturdy footwear. Meet Marie Kennedy in the Kalmia parking lot at the end of Laurel Road in Harwinton; follow the sign to the parking lot on the right, past the last house.
For more information, contact Marie at: mariekennedy226@gmail.com or 914-393-6270
May 4, 2022
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
May 8, 2022
Sunday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Morning Bird Walk at White Memorial
Join Angela Dimmitt in the museum parking lot to leave at 8 a.m. SHARP! We might wend our way down to Little
Pond, passing through woods full of newly arrived warblers and other migrating songbirds, all singing, full of the joys of spring. Or we might meander down past Ongley Pond and through the woods to Bantam Lake. Depends on our mood and people's wishes! Questions?
Contact Angela at angeladimmitt@aol.com or 860-355-3429.
Sunday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Morning Bird Walk at White Memorial
Join Angela Dimmitt in the museum parking lot to leave at 8 a.m. SHARP! We might wend our way down to Little
Pond, passing through woods full of newly arrived warblers and other migrating songbirds, all singing, full of the joys of spring. Or we might meander down past Ongley Pond and through the woods to Bantam Lake. Depends on our mood and people's wishes! Questions?
Contact Angela at angeladimmitt@aol.com or 860-355-3429.
May 10, 2022
Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Bird Walk on the Appalachian Trail in Cornwall
Donna Rose Smith will lead a walk on the Appalachian Trail along the Housatonic River to look for spring migrants. Directions: Navigate to the junction of Route 4 and Route 7 in Cornwall Bridge; drive over the bridge toward Sharon. Then take the first right onto River Road (enter 1-99 River Road, Cornwall Bridge into your navigation device). We will meet under the bridge and carpool to the end of the road, as parking is limited.
Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Bird Walk on the Appalachian Trail in Cornwall
Donna Rose Smith will lead a walk on the Appalachian Trail along the Housatonic River to look for spring migrants. Directions: Navigate to the junction of Route 4 and Route 7 in Cornwall Bridge; drive over the bridge toward Sharon. Then take the first right onto River Road (enter 1-99 River Road, Cornwall Bridge into your navigation device). We will meet under the bridge and carpool to the end of the road, as parking is limited.
May 11, 2022
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
May 15, 2022
Sunday, 11:00 a.m.
Event: "Celebrating Migratory Birds" A Boyd Woods Family Walk
They’re back! Mark the return of many fine feathered friends as we celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with an
educational talk and hike for families at the Boyd Woods Sanctuary. On this walk, led by Kent Center School Science Teacher Josh Szwed and LHAS President Marie Kennedy, we’ll learn about migration flyways, marvel at some migratory champions, and learn how you can help give returning birds a warm welcome! We’ll meet at the parking lot off Route 254 in Litchfield, make our way to the bird blind, and learn about the theme for this year’s World Migratory Bird Day. We’ll look for returning and year-round birds on a short hike, then send you on your way with some “homework” for the birds! After a water break, we’ll head back out for those who want to hike and bird some more! No dogs.
For more information, contact Marie Kennedy at 914-393-6270 or mariekennedy226@gmail.com.
Sunday, 11:00 a.m.
Event: "Celebrating Migratory Birds" A Boyd Woods Family Walk
They’re back! Mark the return of many fine feathered friends as we celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with an
educational talk and hike for families at the Boyd Woods Sanctuary. On this walk, led by Kent Center School Science Teacher Josh Szwed and LHAS President Marie Kennedy, we’ll learn about migration flyways, marvel at some migratory champions, and learn how you can help give returning birds a warm welcome! We’ll meet at the parking lot off Route 254 in Litchfield, make our way to the bird blind, and learn about the theme for this year’s World Migratory Bird Day. We’ll look for returning and year-round birds on a short hike, then send you on your way with some “homework” for the birds! After a water break, we’ll head back out for those who want to hike and bird some more! No dogs.
For more information, contact Marie Kennedy at 914-393-6270 or mariekennedy226@gmail.com.
May 17, 2022
Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Bird Walk on the Appalachian Trail in West Cornwall
Donna Rose Smith will lead this walk along the Housatonic River along Lower River Road in West Cornwall to look for spring migrants. Directions: From the east take Route 128 into West Cornwall; just before you get to the covered bridge, turn left onto Lower River Road. Continue on Lower River Road past Trinity Retreat Center to the end where there is a small parking area. From the south take Route 7 north and turn right toward West Cornwall, cross over the covered bridge. Take the first right onto Lower River Road and follow directions from the east, above.
Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Bird Walk on the Appalachian Trail in West Cornwall
Donna Rose Smith will lead this walk along the Housatonic River along Lower River Road in West Cornwall to look for spring migrants. Directions: From the east take Route 128 into West Cornwall; just before you get to the covered bridge, turn left onto Lower River Road. Continue on Lower River Road past Trinity Retreat Center to the end where there is a small parking area. From the south take Route 7 north and turn right toward West Cornwall, cross over the covered bridge. Take the first right onto Lower River Road and follow directions from the east, above.
May 18, 2022
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
May 22, 2022
Sunday, 7:30 p.m.
Event: Chimney Swift Swirl
At dusk, Chimney Swifts by the hundreds pour from the sky into large chimneys to roost for the night. Come witness this spectacle at Mitchell School in Woodbury. Meet leader Russ Naylor outside the Canfield Corner Pharmacy at the intersection of Routes 6 and 47 in Woodbury.
For more information, call Russ at 203-841-7779.
Sunday, 7:30 p.m.
Event: Chimney Swift Swirl
At dusk, Chimney Swifts by the hundreds pour from the sky into large chimneys to roost for the night. Come witness this spectacle at Mitchell School in Woodbury. Meet leader Russ Naylor outside the Canfield Corner Pharmacy at the intersection of Routes 6 and 47 in Woodbury.
For more information, call Russ at 203-841-7779.
May 25, 2022
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
June 1, 2022
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
Wednesday - Time TBD
Event: Wednesday Morning Birding with Ray
Ray Belding's spring migration bird walks will begin the last Wednesday of April and end the first Wednesday of June. If interested in attending, send your email address to Ray at: turaco3000@gmail.com. He will let you know where and when the walks will take place.
June 4, 2022
Saturday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Botany and Birds at White Memorial
LHAS member and avid birder Ann Orsillo and her friend Eileen Cooper are leading this special walk. Eileen is a retired educator, writer, artist, and knowledgeable botanist. Here is your chance to learn about the spring birds and flora. We will meet in the White Memorial Museum parking lot. Bring water, insect spray, binoculars, and wear long pants and a hat.
Please notify Ann if you plan on attending in case of any changes to the plan; contact her at 910-880-1518 or spoonbill@optonline.net. Rain date: June 5.
Saturday, 8:00 a.m.
Event: Botany and Birds at White Memorial
LHAS member and avid birder Ann Orsillo and her friend Eileen Cooper are leading this special walk. Eileen is a retired educator, writer, artist, and knowledgeable botanist. Here is your chance to learn about the spring birds and flora. We will meet in the White Memorial Museum parking lot. Bring water, insect spray, binoculars, and wear long pants and a hat.
Please notify Ann if you plan on attending in case of any changes to the plan; contact her at 910-880-1518 or spoonbill@optonline.net. Rain date: June 5.
