CENTER AT POMFRET

Nature Sketchbook Journaling
Sat., July 29 - 10 a.m. to noon
Roxanne Steed returns with lessons on the practice of the ”10-minute-sketch-walk” and then it's back inside to finish our pages with paint and details. We’ll discuss ways to make the images into larger nature paintings. Suggested supplies: watercolor sketchbook, permanent marker, portable watercolor kit, small cup to hold water, and paper towels. Call 860-928-4948 to register. Fee: $15 CAS members; $25 non-members.

Register for the following bird walks by emailing [email protected] or by calling 860-928-4948.

Evening Bird Walk

Thursday, August 10 at 6 p.m.

Join Andy to search for various species of birds. We will look for newly fledged birds as well as mixed groups of post-breeding birds. Fee: $10 members; $20 nonmembers.

Plainfield Fish Hatchery Walk

Tuesday, August 29 at 8 a.m.

Andy will guide you around the hatchery grounds. This is one of the top birding spots in Windham County. Fee: $20 members; $30 non-members.

Nighthawk Watch

Wed., August 30 at 6 p.m.

We will hike the Bafflin Sanctuary looking for nighthawks and other birds. Fee: $10 members; $20 nonmembers. 

FLASH!

Meet Our Local Fireflies

Sandy Tosi Photography

on exhibit at the Center through July 30

Most of us have childhood memories of playing in our backyards on warm summer nights. Many of us chased fireflies, also called lightning bugs, catching them in a glass jar and then releasing them. While the singing of katydids announces the end of summer, the blinking of fireflies signals its arrival. Explore the world of fireflies through photographs by Sandy Tosi, photographer and CAS Master Naturalist. Free admission.

2023 Summer Bike Camp

Ages 9 to 13. Ten campers per session!

Come for one week or both.

July 17-21, History on Wheels

Aug. 14-18, Pedal Power

Register online.

To download the brochure and

for more information, click here.

Visit the Center's Programs & Events web page for more.

Trail Wood Bird Walk

Thursday, July 20 at 8 a.m.

Walk the paths of Trail Wood searching for various bird species. Possibilities include Blue-winged Warbler, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Scarlet Tanager, and many more. Limited to 8 people. Email [email protected] or call 860-928-4948 to register. Fee: $10 members; $20 nonmembers.

Friday Afternoon Walks

at 1:00 p.m.

Join volunteers at Trail Wood for an invigorating hike on the Edwin Way Teale sanctuary. Bring binoculars and a camera, if you wish. Limited to 12 people. Fee: Free to CAS members; $3 non-members. Register by email at trailwood@ctaudubon.org or call 860-928-4948.

Spend an inspired day in Edwin’s writing cabin!

Want to kick start your work, writing or art project? Tap the vibe of a Pulitzer prize-winning author! Book a day of creative solitude in Edwin Way Teale’s rustic off-the-grid writing cabin by the pond, Connecticut’s own Walden. CAS members only. Fee: $30 per day. Dates available through November. Email [email protected] to inquire.

Visit Trail Wood's web page for more.