Bird Walks & Events — 2026
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Summer Bird Count
June 13-14, 2026
Saturday & Sunday
Calling all captains, members, and anyone willing to lend a hand for a great LHAS/COA event, the Summer Bird Count.The count can be done on one day or spread over both days. The results are sent to the Connecticut Ornithological Association.
If you want to participate this year, send an email to Dave Tripp at dtrippjr@gmail.com.
Bird Walk with Goshen Land Trust
June 20, 2026
Saturday, 7:30 AM
Location: Goshen
Ann Orsillo will lead this joint walk for LHAS and the Goshen Land Trust. Meet at the Mountain View Trailhead. Directions: From the Goshen rotary at the junction of Route 4 and 63 go north on 63 for 4.4 miles. You will see the red Art Barn on the right. Immediately after the Art Barn turn right into the Land Trust driveway and there will be parking on the field. Heavy rain cancels.
For questions, call Ann Orsillo at 910-880-1518.
Paddling Trip
June 23, 2026
Tuesday, 9:00 AM
Location: Cornwall
Ann Orsillo and Pam Hicks will lead this trip at Mohawk Pond in Cornwall. Bring your kayak or canoe, binoculars, water, and snack. Meet at the Mohawk Pond boat launch. Directions: Take Milton Road north from Route 202 in Litchfield. After 4-5 miles, turn right at the YMCA camp sign for the boat launch before the YMCA camp.
Call Ann Orsillo at 910- 880-1518 or Pam Hicks at 203-922-2684 to register or with questions.