Clubs and Organizations
January 23, 2023
From: Fairfield Migration MadnessMay 9 – 18, 2023 10 Days!
This ultimate adventure circumnavigates Lake Erie at the peak of migration. Protected areas along the shoreline provide stopover habitat for migrants on their way to boreal breeding grounds. Explore Presque Isle, Tawas Point, world-famous Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, and Point Pelee National Park. Over 30 warbler species are expected, along with many vireos, flycatchers, swallows, and thrushes. A final night near Niagara Falls allows for reminiscing over the new friendships and memories made. Trip is via our luxury van from Connecticut. This is a perfect trip for birders of all levels!
Leader: Matt Bell.
Fee: $3,498. Members: $3,098.
Experience birding festivals, camaraderie, and the greater birding community as we follow along with migration!
Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice
May 9 – 18, 2023 10 Days!
Travelers visiting Iceland today follow in the steps of the mighty Vikings who first visited the island in the 9th century. Whether you delight in vast uninhabited expanses of landscape or walking around town making friends, you’ll feel free in Iceland and enter a whole new realm of experience. You’ll discover original nature as you’ve never seen it before while visiting thousands of cliff-nesting birds and exploring the culture, history, geology, and more.
Leader: Andy Griswold.
Fee: $7,998. Members: $6,998.
Scottish Highlands and Islands
June 2 – 12, 2023 11 Days!
This fabulous tour of the Scottish Highlands is a great mix of daily explorations through stunning hills, glens, forests, and coasts as you encounter eagles, pine martens, otters, deer, crossbills, badgers, porpoises, Western Capercaillie, and more. Scotland is #1 in Europe for up-close wildlife watching, and this part of the country offers an unusual and curious variety. Under the guidance of a qualified local naturalist you’ll learn the wonders of the wild Highlands and the Orkney archipelago, discovering a land of colorful history and outstanding beauty.
Leaders: Local guides and Rob Taylor.
Fee:$6,598. Members: $5,598.
Sign up now for this small group adventure! Capped at 6 travelers, you're sure to have a wonderful time with expert guides, getting a true experience of the Scottish highlands!
Eagle/Osprey Boats
Saturday,
April 29th
10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Departures
Connecticut Audubon Society EcoTravel will again offer boat cruises to search for Bald Eagle, Osprey, and other bird species migrating and nesting along the Connecticut River. Bald Eagle can be found along the lower river, a habitat that hosts a transient winter population as well as nesting residents. Naturalists are on board the vessel to share information about the Connecticut River, the bird life, and natural history. The vessel has a heated cabin, restrooms, and three decks for optimal viewing.
Tours are approximately three hours in length and depart at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. from Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam. Appropriate for children eight years old and over. Food and drink available on board. Enjoy the beauty of the Connecticut River in spring!
Fee: $45 for Members and Nonmembers. Reserve online or call us at 860-767-0660.