Fairfield, CT - There's so much going on in January at the Connecticut Audubon's Center at Fairfield! See below:
Daisy Girl Scout Day: Rosie’s Story (Saturday, Jan. 11, 10 to 11 a.m.)
Daisy Girl Scouts learn to reduce, reuse and recycle on Saturday, Jan. 11, from 10 to 11 a.m.at Connecticut Audubon’s Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street. We'll talk about compost, play recycle relay and discover new uses for old things—all things we can do to make the world a better place. Each Daisy takes home ideas and a personal poster to share with her family. Fulfills some requirements for the Daisy Rosie Petal; petal not included. For troops and individuals with accompanying adult. Fee: $14/scout; $2/adult. Register at:ctaudubon.org/2019/11/girl-scout-badge-day-daisy-scouts-rosies-story/.
Junior Animal Care Keeper (Tuesdays, Jan. 14 through Feb. 18, 3:30 to 5 p.m.)
Connecticut Audubon offers this after-school opportunity, for 6th and 7th graders, to work with naturalist staff in caring for the Center at Fairfield’s resident education animals. Hands-on learning about habitats, health and dietary needs of reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals and invertebrates. Meets Tuesdays, Jan. 14 through Feb. 18, 3:30 to 5 p.m. at 2325 Burr St. Sign up for the series and save: CAS members $75, non-members $100; per class fee: CAS members $15, non-members $20. Pre-registration required at:www.ctaudubon.org/2019/11/junior-animal-care-keeper-10/ or call 203-259-6305, x109.
Toddler Wacky Wednesdays (Wednesdays, Jan. 15 through Feb. 26; no class Feb. 12)
Hands-on, fun exploration of nature, for children ages 2 to 3 with participating adult. Meets Wednesdays, Jan. 15 through Feb. 26, 10 to 11 a.m. at Connecticut Audubon’s Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street. Learn about nature and animal life through stories, crafts, sensory experiments and meeting animals up close. Sign up for the series and save: CAS members $75, non-members $100; per class fee: CAS members $15, non-members $20. Pre-registration required at: www.ctaudubon.org/2019/12/toddler-wacky-wednesdays/
Enjoy exercise, good company and fresh air on a noontime walk at Connecticut Audubon’s Larsen Wildlife Sanctuary in Fairfield. Walk will be a moderate pace on trails with raised boardwalks and bridges that give access to the varied landscapes and habitats. Meets at noon, at the Connecticut Audubon Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr St. CAS members $7, non-members $10. Pre-registration required at:www.ctaudubon.org/2019/11/wednesday-noon-walks/.
Exploration of Winter Plants (Saturday, Jan. 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Join botanist and naturalist Jim Cortina for a look at interesting plants and other wonders of nature you might find on a winter walk in the woods. Program meets Saturday, Jan. 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Connecticut Audubon’s Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr St. Begins with a classroom discussion and examination of specimens including herbaceous plants, woody shrubs, galls and pods. Following a lunch break, head outdoors for a guided walk to view more in the Larsen Sanctuary. For adults, all levels of experience welcome. CAS Members $10, non-members $13. Pre-registration required at: www.ctaudubon.org/2019/11/exploration-of-plants/.
Snowshoe Walk (Saturday, Jan 25, 1 p.m.)
Come enjoy the peaceful side of nature on a guided snowshoe walk in Connecticut Audubon’s Fairfield Larsen Sanctuary, Saturday, Jan. 25, at 1 p.m. Not only a good opportunity for low-impact exercise, the walk will provide glimpses of winter wildlife activity and tracks in the snowy landscape. For ages 10+. Bring your own snowshoes or borrow a pair (a limited number, generously provided by REI, will be available first-come-first-served with advance registration.). Meet at the CAS Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr St. Event is cancelled if no snow. CAS members $10, non-members $13. Pre-register at: www.ctaudubon.org/2019/12/snowshoe-walk/.