Audubon Greenwich Nature Programs & Special Events
Saturday, January 25 – Sunday, February 22
BAGELS & BIRDS OF PREY
A Family Breakfast & Wildlife Show
THIS SUNDAY (January 25 from 9:30-11:00 am)
Join us for a special Audubon Greenwich event featuring live birds of prey in Audubon's Kimberlin Nature Education Center! See live hawks, falcons, owls - up close and personal - in a fun setting, suitable for all ages! Ideal for families with children interested in wildlife! All ages welcome. $10 per person. Space limited. Please RSVP to Jeff at 203-869-5272 x349. EVENT WEBSITE: http://greenwich.audubon.org/events/jan-25-family-breakfast-wildlife-show
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Saturday, February 7
Hudson River EagleFest (in Croton-On-Hudson, New York)
9:00 am-4:00 pm
A very exciting way to see live eagles in their winter habitat. For details visit www.teatown.org or call (914) 762-2912. (Snow Date: Feb. 8.)
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Wednesday February 4
FILM EVENT:
"Pelican Dreams" @ The Avon Theatre (Stamford)
7:30-9:00 pm
This documentary follows a wayward, starving California brown pelican from her "arrest" on the Golden Gate Bridge into care at a wildlife
rehabilitation facility, and from there explores pelican nesting grounds, Pacific coast migration and survival challenges. Following the film,
Audubon Naturalist Ted Gilman will discuss waterbirds and ways Audubon is working to conserve birds in Important Bird Areas across Connecticut. Avon or Audubon Members: $6 or $11 otherwise. Purchase online: www.avontheatre.org or call 203-967-3660, x2 for tickets.
EVENT WEBSITE: http://greenwich.audubon.org/events/feb-4-pelican-dreams-film-ted-gilman-avon-theatre-stamford
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Sunday, February 8
2nd Sunday Hike
9:30-11:00 am
A regularly scheduled guided hike on the second Sunday of every month. Hiking groups meet before 9:30 am in the Audubon Greenwich parking lot.
For hike location and degree of difficulty, contact Jeff at 203-613-8813. Free for members & $5 otherwise. RSVP required: greenwichcenter@audubon.org.
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Sunday, February 22
Coyotes & Foxes…Oh My!
1:00-2:30 pm
Eastern coyotes and red foxes play important ecological roles and have become more common in our region. Frank Vincenti, founder of The Wild Dog Foundation, will explain how people and predators can live in harmony. Chris Nagy, Director Research & Land Management, for the Mianus River Gorge Preserve will discuss coyote biology and the unique Gotham Coyote Project. Q&A will follow. Proceeds directly benefit Audubon's local conservation initiatives. $10/adult. $5/child. Ages 7 & up suggested. RSVP to Jeff at 203-869-5272 x349.
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ABOUT AUDUBON MEMBERSHIP:
Audubon Greenwich family membership start at only $35 per year/family. Sign up today! Visit the Audubon Greenwich website to learn about all the membership benefits.
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Shop to Support Audubon Greenwich. Visit the shop for bird seed, coffee, gifts & more! You are sure to find something for yourself and the perfect gifts for any occasion.
Audubon Greenwich's Nature Store & Gift Shop
Our shelves are stocked with many new items in addition to:
· Fun and educational children's nature toys, games and puppets
· The best in birdfeeders and bird feeding accessories
· A wide selection of nature books for adults and children
· Quality binoculars and spotting scopes and optic accessories
· Sturdy bird houses, designed to suit particular species
· Fresh, high-quality bird seed and feeding supplies
· Locally produced honey
GUIDED TOUR GIFT CERTIFICATES
Experience nature in new ways with a professional Audubon guide
Give the gift of nature this holiday season! Purchase a gift certificate for a personalized tour of our 285-acre sanctuary or other natural areas in the region. These unique experiences are customized to your interests and guaranteed to uncover natural wonders you've never experienced before. 1.5 hour tours for up to ten guests, starting at $150, can be scheduled any time of year. To reserve a gift certificate today, call 203-869-5272 ext. 351 or email: greenwichcenter@audubon.org.
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MUSEUM-QUALITY ART PRINTS BY OPPENHEIMER
ABOUT AUDUBON MEMBERSHIP: Audubon Greenwich family membership starts at $35 per year. Please visit our Greenwich website to learn about all the membership benefits.
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Audubon Greenwich | 613 Riversville Road | Greenwich, CT 06831
RSVP HOTLINE: (203) 930-1349
The Audubon Greenwich mission is to engage and educate people to conserve, restore, and enjoy nature, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats. To learn more about Audubon Greenwich and our upcoming events and camp experiences, visit us online: http://greenwich.audubon.org
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MESSAGE SENT BY:
Jeff Cordulack
Events & Communications Manager
203-613-8813
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