Eastern Warbler Extravaganza

May 9 – 18, 2023    10 Days! THREE SPACES LEFT!

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! THREE SPACES LEFT!

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.

Connecticut Lakes

June 14 – 17, 2023    Four Days!

The Connecticut Lakes region is the wild area at the northern tip of New Hampshire, the center of the North Country’s moose habitat where the Connecticut River is born. Birds may include Spruce Grouse, Black-backed Woodpecker, Canada Jay, Mourning Warbler, and Boreal Chickadee. Stay at a peaceful lakeside lodge and hike to the headwaters, straddling the river where it begins its journey south. 

Leader: Jim Sherwonit. 

Fee: $1,398. Members: $1,198.

Eagle/Osprey Boats

Saturday,

May 6th

19 a.m. and 12 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.

9 a.m. Departure

12 p.m. Departure

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